Fccpt new total course units
You're referring to the FCCPT (Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy) requirements for new total course units!
The FCCPT requires that physical therapy programs meet specific standards for curriculum content and course hours. Here's a breakdown of the new total course units:
New Total Course Units (NTCU): The NTCU is the total number of credit hours or clock hours required for a physical therapy program. The FCCPT requires that all physical therapy programs meet the following NTCU standards:
- Master's Degree Programs: 6,500 hours (approximately 170 weeks) of didactic and clinical education
- Doctoral Degree Programs: 7,200 hours (approximately 180 weeks) of didactic and clinical education
These NTCU standards are designed to ensure that physical therapy programs provide students with a comprehensive education in the sciences, clinical skills, and professional practice.
Didactic Education: The didactic portion of the program includes classroom instruction, laboratory exercises, and online courses. This component typically accounts for about 60-70% of the total program.
Clinical Education: The clinical portion of the program includes hands-on training in a clinical setting, where students work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists. This component typically accounts for about 30-40% of the total program.
It's essential for physical therapy programs to meet these NTCU standards to ensure that graduates are well-prepared to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and become licensed physical therapists.
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