Physical Therapy
Welcome to the Physical Therapy Program
Congratulations on your decision to attend the Physical Therapy program at MCPHS!
We’re excited that you’ll be joining us soon. There are some important steps to prepare for your time at MCPHS, detailed below. We will continue to post specific information on this page, so be sure to check back often.
White coats and name tags will be ordered for each student by the department. White coat sizes should be based on blazers or jackets that you wear over other clothing. Students starting the program in fall 2025 should complete the white coat order form no later than July 20, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact Sandra Dompreh at Sidra.Javaid@mcphs.edu.
MCPHS has established technology guidelines for all new students.
All students are required to bring a laptop meeting the minimum specifications below for supporting both Examplify and ExamMonitor.
Each student will be required to purchase a Privacy Screen or Privacy Filter that fits their device.
At this time, Examplify can only be used on Mac, Windows, and iPad operating systems. Examplify will not run on Chromebook, Android, or Linux operating systems. Please review minimum system requirements.
New DPT students are asked to complete a self- study in medical terminology. The department recommends the following text for your self-study:
Nelson, A. Green, K. Medical Terminology for Healthcare Professions: University of West Florida Libraries, 2021
Access this open education resource text.
Medical terminology will not be taught in classes; we will assume you have familiarized yourself with these terms prior to beginning classes. Please focus on Chapters 1-9, 12 and 15.
If you have any questions, please email karen.huhn@mcphs.edu.
All students must complete CPR training before starting any clinical education courses. Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) at the Healthcare Provider Level from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. A course will be offered on campus in September for incoming students who do not have this certification.
If you are already CPR certified, submit a copy of your active Healthcare Provider Level card (which must be recertified every two years). It is recommended to verify the course in advance to ensure it meets requirements.
Students without a current, valid BCLS certificate by the end of September will not be allowed to begin clinical work with patients.
Before arriving on campus, you must upload your immunization records to CastleBranch to comply with the MCPHS Immunization Policy.
Access the Guide to DPT Health Requirements 2025 (PDF) for detailed health requirements specific to the DPT program.
We will also host a virtual Compliance Day in July to address your questions. More details will be sent via email. Attendance is mandatory unless you are fully compliant in CastleBranch (with two green check marks for both state and clinical requirements). If you cannot attend, email janna.kucharskihoward@mcphs.edu to schedule a one-on-one meeting.
Please ensure you create your CastleBranch account and submit your documentation before the meeting. Non-compliant students may experience delays in starting classes or be unable to work with patients.
Download the book list [PDF] for your first semester.
- Students can buy or rent their textbooks from the MCPHS Bookstore.
- Shipping is free to students ordering course material.
- The majority of textbooks are also available online via AccessPhysiotherapy, accessible through the MCPHS library at no cost.