Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program

The Department of Physical Therapy offers a one-year Sports Physical Therapy Residency accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency/Fellowship Education. We’ve designed the program in the spirit of APTA’s vision, which calls for post-professional development of expert clinicians who can function as members of an autonomous profession.

Our residency program is ideal for licensed physical therapists who are motivated to achieve a higher level of training and expertise. As a resident, you’ll receive a clinical and didactic experience that will significantly advance your skill and knowledge in the delivery of sports physical therapy and prepare you for future fellowship opportunities.

Our field venue coverage consists of various sports and levels. We also provide opportunities for coverage of high school football along with coverage at a wide variety of local events and competitions. Additionally, our residency program provides insights and experiences for those interested in an academic career.

During the program, you’ll learn from clinical experts with advanced credentials and residency experience. You’ll provide patient care under the guidance of accomplished mentors and participate in a comprehensive educational curriculum to address all elements of the description of sports physical therapy practice. At the end of the residency, your clinical skills and problem-solving ability will put you on the leading edge of our profession, and will enable you to be a resource for developing clinical excellence for both students and licensed physical therapists.

Residency-based training is becoming a standard in our profession—and you’ll be in the vanguard.

Program Outcomes

To date, since our program's first graduate in 2015, we've had a 100 percent first-time pass rate on the SCS exam. The program has a 100% completion rate. Four of our graduates are employed with National Hockey League teams. Our graduates are leaders in their workplaces and in the profession with involvement in special interest groups in the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy.

In regard to scholarly achievement, two graduates have spoken at state physical therapy association meetings, three have provided platform presentations, and one presented a poster at CSM.

Financial Fact Sheet

Residency and Fellowship Financial Fact Sheet Ortho & Sports 2024