Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Regis University

Program Details

Eliminate the need to relocate for your residency with this online Residency in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy program. Students complete online coursework, travel to the campus in Colorado for two one-week-long intensives, and receive 150 hours of direct mentorship over the course of the one-year program.

Students will learn manual therapy techniques including high velocity low amplitude thrust manipulation, dry needling, soft tissue techniques, joint mobilization, and more. Students can enhance their clinical decision making skills and further their professional development through this program. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) examination from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS).

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Mostly Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Regis University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Application Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Essay/Writing Sample, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • Includes two one-week long intensives on campus
  • Requires U.S. physical therapist license verification
  • Must have completed a CAPTE accredited professional PT program or equivalent