Physical Therapy
Program Mission, Vision & Core Values





 

MISSION

To advance the profession of physical therapy through excellence in education, scholarship and service.


 VISION

Our vision is to produce reflective physical therapy practitioners who demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, education, consultation, and research to meet the physical therapy needs of society.  We strive to transform students personally and professionally. We challenge our students to achieve distinction in examination, evaluation, intervention, outcomes, and prevention of movement dysfunction.  In addition, we nurture the development of leadership, for both faculty and students, to address societal healthcare needs, link evidence to practice and make ethical decisions.



CORE VALUES

Professional and Ethical Behavior

Respect and Appreciation of Differences

Life-Long Learning

Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship, Practice

Appreciation of Personal Well-Being

Collegiality and Collaboration

Social Responsibility

Evidence-Based Practice

Reflective Practice

Advocacy

Leadership


  Last Modified Date: April 6, 2007
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