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University of Perpetual Help System DALTA’s highly regarded physical therapy and occupational therapy programs offer rich opportunities for academic and experiential learning. Our graduates are well-prepared to pass national licensing examinations and receive immediate employment here and abroad.

 

The College aims to develop and nurture competent, skillful, and morally upright physical therapy and occupational therapy practitioners through the following means:

 

  1. Educational programs which are built on well- founded theories in basic, medical, and applied sciences.
  2. Research and creative projects which contribute to the discovery and expansion of knowledge in the health sciences.
  3. Community outreach programs and extensive fieldwork experiences.
  4. Close student-faculty relationships as our competent faculty regularly advise and evaluate students’ academic performance.
  5. Hands-on training in University of Perpetual Help Medical Center, a tertiary teaching hospital.
  6. Professional socialization through participation in professional activities and organization.

 

PROGRAM OFFERED

 

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

The program prepares students to work with patients in the preservation, development, and restoration of their optimum physical function. This includes entry-level practice in the proficient performance in patient-care such as assessment and treatment, intervention techniques, consultation, screening, and referral. Students become skilled generalists in caring and helping patients to regain function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit their permanent physical disabilities.

 

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy is a health profession that helps to improve the well-being and functions of people with developmental delay and physical and psychological dysfunction. Students train to learn the skills to help people cope with physical, developmental, emotional, and cognitive disabilities. The rigorous and engaging program employs a variety of teaching styles to enrich classroom learning and collaborative research activities.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

 

BS Physical Therapy graduates

  1. Clinical Practitioner (Pediatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics/Surgical and Cardiopulmonary)
  2. Clinical Administrator and Manager
  3. Clinical Researcher
  4. Administrator in Academic and Clinical Institutions
  5. Athletic Trainer / Program Head of Sports Institutions

 

BS Occupational Therapy graduates

  1. Clinical Practitioner (Pediatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics/Surgical and Cardiopulmonary)
  2. Clinical Administrator and Manager
  3. Clinical Researcher
  4. Administrator in Academic and Clinical Institutions
  5. Athletic Trainer / Program Head of Sports Institutions

 

FACILITIES

 

  1. An interdisciplinary science laboratory
  2. Multi-media computer laboratory
  3. Library with internet access
  4. Fully air-conditioned classrooms
  5. Two gymnasiums equipped for indoor sports and other social activities
  6. Football practice field
  7. Track and field oval
  8. 25-meter swimming pool
  9. Weights room
  10. Dance hall
  11. Chess board room

 

INTERNSHIP AFFILIATIONS

 

  1. University of Perpetual Help System Medical Center
  2. AFP Medical Center
  3. Veterans Memorial Medical Center
  4. Philippine Cerebral Palsy
  5. Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center
  6. Parish of the Last Supper of Our Lord (CBR Center)

 

LINKAGES

 

  1. Association of Physical and Occupational Therapy Schools
  2. Philippine Physical Therapy Association