Thinking about advancing from PTA to DPT? In this episode, faculty, students, and a recent graduate from the University of Findlay’s PTA to DPT Bridge Program share what makes this pathway unique, how it’s shaping the future of PT, and what it really takes to bridge the gap.

In this episode of PT Pintcast, host Katie Sutton sits down with:

• Dr. Angie Huber – Program Director, University of Findlay PTA to DPT Bridge Program
• Melissa – Current DPT student and PTA of 8 years
• Amin – Recent graduate of the Findlay Bridge Program, now practicing as a PT

You’ll hear:

• Why the PTA to DPT pathway matters now more than ever
• What makes Findlay’s program unique (weekend format, work integration, national student body)
• The student perspective: balancing school, work, and family while pursuing a DPT
• The graduate perspective: how the bridge program prepared Amin to step confidently into the PT role
• Faculty insight into the kind of PTA who thrives in this model