Course: PT 752C. Supervised Doctoral Project (1)
Prerequisite: PT 750. Corequisites: PT 752A, PT 752B. Advancement to Candidacy and consent of advisor. Researched doctoral project in an area of specialization in physical therapy under the direction of a faculty sponsor. The student will select one of the two emphases: systematic literature review and supervised research. In systematic literature review emphasis, the student will perform a critical analysis of the physical therapy research covering a physical therapy intervention and formulate a position regarding current evidence-based practice. The student will complete a written paper of their analysis. In supervised research emphasis, the student will significantly contribute to or conduct a research study under supervision of a faculty sponsor and formulate a conclusion to provide evidence related to physical therapy practice. The student will complete a written paper of their research study. A total of 2 units must be completed. Courses may be repeated in different semesters to a maximum of 2 units. (Credit/No Credit only)