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GENERAL INFORMATION

Name of Institution: University of St. Augustine
Address: 1 University Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32086
Year Founded: 1979
First Accredited: 1993
Next Scheduled Review: 2008

Accreditation(s) and Agency E-mail Contact Information: Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). http://www.detc.org/contacUs.html

State Approval and E-mail Contact Information: http://www.firn.edu/doe/cie/

MISSION & DESCRIPTION

Institution Mission Statement:

Description of Institution: University of Saint Augustine for Health Sciences has established a reputation for educational excellence. The institution creates graduates ready to excel in the field of health sciences through their two distinct divisions: The Division of First Professional Studies for those pursuing physical therapy and occupational therapy, and The Division of Post-Professional Studies for those who already have a professional qualifying degree and license.

Transitional DPT Program Mission Statement: The mission of the Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (t-DPT) is to develop leaders in physical therapy patient examination. evaluation, intervention and case management. Special focus is placed on the foundational sciences of anatomy and biomechanics, while enhancing the clinical reasoning and treatment skills of the student. Because this program is designed for physical therapists that work in clinical practice, it is expected that students will bring about positive improvements to the workplace as they progress through the program.

Student Demographic Profile: Working adult professionals practicing in the field of physical therapy.

Programs/Degrees/Courses: The t-DPT degree offers an opportunity for certification in manual therapy, primary care, sports physical therapy and craniofacial therapy. Students can also take a clinical non-specialization track where you will select courses from the University catalog that will promote your professional development.

Average Program Tuition/Cost per credit hour: 385.00 per credit hour is the average cost, this may vary depending on course, certification and method of delivery.

SUCCESS INDICATORS for 2005:

Average Course Completion Rate for Students: For courses with highest enrollments the range of course completion was 88-100% with an average of 96.8%.

Percentage of Students Surveyed Who Responded that they –

• Achieved their learning goals? 96.8 %
• Would recommend the institution to a friend? 95.2%
• Were satisfied with their studies? 97.9%

NUMBER OF STUDENTS GRADUATING IN 2005: 63