Course Requirements

PT programs MAY require the following pre-requisite coursework. This is NOT an exhaustive list, as requirements vary by program. Remember that it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure completion of all pre-requisites. Check the PTCAS Summary of Prerequisite Courses for individual program requirements.

Course requirements for PT programs typically include:

• Biology (BIOL 1107 with lab)
  • BIOL 1108 with lab is required for most out of state programs
• Chemistry (CHEM 1211/1212 with lab)
• Physics (PHYS 1111/1112 with lab)
• Statistics (STAT 2000)
• Anatomy/Physiology (CBIO 2200/2210 with lab)
• General Psychology (PSYC 1101)
• One semester of Behavirol Science (ANTH 1102 or SOCI 1101 are the ones most students choose from but there are a lot of choices).

**Note: Some programs will accept AP credit for prerequisite courses; however, it is always best practice to confirm this with each particular PT program of interest. 

Additional courses that are often recommended or required:

• Medical Terminology (CLAS 1030) - 43 PT programs in the United States require this course.
• Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 3230)
• Lifespan Development (HDFS 2200)
• Nutrition (NUTR 2100) only two schools that use PTCAS need this course.