Pre-Physical Therapy

1. The following science and math courses are likely to be required (contact prospective institutions early for specific requirements):

• Biology 1151, 1152
• Chemistry 1551 (Math 1431 or equivalent needs to have been taken prior to enrollment in Chemistry 1551) and 1552 (inorganic). Chemistry 2551 and 2552 (organic) may be required.
• Trigonometry and calculus: Math 1432 and 2231. Additional math may be required. The sequence to Math 2231 is Math 1431 > Math 1432 > Math 2231.
• Anatomy and Physiology 1571, 1572
• Physics 1201, 1202
  
  

2. Comments about admission to physical therapy school:
Entrance to physical therapy school is very competitive. Applicants need current certification in first aid and CPR, knowledge about APT, and experience in patient care. A bachelor degree is required prior to admittance to a physical therapy program.

3. Physical therapy schools in Illinois

• Bradley University, 1501 W. Bradley Ave, Peoria, IL 61625
• Governors State University, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Health Professions, University Park, IL 60466
• Midwestern University, 555, 31st St., Downers Grove, IL 60615
• Northern Illinois University, Office of Admissions, DeKalb, IL 60115
• Northwestern University, Physical Therapy, Medical School, 345 E. Superior St., Room 1323, Chicago, IL 60611
• Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Physical Therapy Program, School of Related Health Sciences, 3333 Green Bay Rd., N. Chicago, IL 60064
• University of Illinois at Chicago, Dept. of Physical Therapy, College of Associated Health Professions, 1919 W. Taylor, Chicago, IL 60612

 

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