Rehabilitation Science, MS | Arcadia University

Two men conduct a walking test using computers and cameras in the physical therapy department.

Overview

Degree Level: Graduate
Degrees Offered: Master of Science

Department: Physical Therapy in the College of Health Sciences
school/college: College of Health Sciences

Masters in Rehabilitation Science

The Masters of Rehabilitation Science is a fully online program which is housed within the College of Health Science. It is part of Arcadia University’s highly competitive Department of Physical Therapy which was ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the top 10% of Physical Therapy programs nationwide. The Masters of Rehabilitation Science program is a one-year intensive program (12-months). The core curriculum includes coursework in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, rehabilitation sciences, critical appraisal of evidence to support clinical practice, biostatistics, and advanced electives.

The breakdown between asynchronous and synchronous (remote live sessions with a faculty) is 75% asynchronous and 25% synchronous. However, we will also offer on-site synchronous research lab activity opportunities for interested students on a case-by-case basis.

In recent years we have seen a rapid expansion in technology and innovation in health care including within rehabilitation, health promotion, and wellness. Our program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue careers in clinical, health, wellness, and fitness settings. The coursework will also prepare students to apply for admission to physician assistant, public health, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or medical programs. Our graduates will serve as future change makers in health care who will be prepared to shift the focus from a reactive approach to a proactive approach in health and wellness.”

Dr. Philip Malloy – Director, Masters in Rehabilitation Science Program and Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Therapy

Featured Courses

Foundational Science of Rehabilitation

This course series will integrate foundational basic science content across diverse areas of anatomy, histology, physiology, pathology, neuroscience, and epidemiology, in the context of rehabilitation science. These courses will address all body systems including the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, and integumentary systems.

Clinical Science of Rehabilitation

This course series will address clinical science aspects of rehabilitation with each courses focusing on different body systems. The courses will discuss aspects of clinical diagnosis, management, and prevention of disease conditions that impact the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, and integumentary body systems.

Clinical Appraisal of Evidence

This seminar course involves weekly presentations from Arcadia faculty as well as experts in the field of rehabilitation and movement science.

Movement System Seminar

This seminar course involves weekly presentations from Arcadia faculty as well as experts in the field of rehabilitation and movement science.

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