The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Florida advances the science of physical therapy and rehabilitation through innovative interdisciplinary training programs and research. Learn more about our training programs below.
NMPT
T32 Neuromuscular Plasticity Training Program
This interdisciplinary pre-doctoral training program supports clinicians and basic scientists, providing them with rehabilitation research training in the broad area of neuromuscular plasticity.
BREATHE
T32 Breathing Research and Therapeutics Training Program
Our program features state-of-the-art research methodologies and an integrative bench-to-bedside perspective to develop a greater understanding of and treatments for neuromuscular disorders that compromise breathing and airway defense.
Rehabilitation Science PhD Program
This interdisciplinary program serves doctoral students in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology and related fields and is designed for individuals to develop skills in teaching, research and service leadership in rehabilitation.
RRCD
K12 Rehabilitation Research Career Development Program
Developed by the University of Florida, the University of Texas Medical Branch and the University of Southern California, this program provides trainees with the skills necessary to become independent investigators and future leaders and mentors in rehabilitation.
UF Health Sports Physical Therapy Residency
Our clinical residency is designed to substantially advance your expertise in examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and management of patients in a defined area of clinical practice.
