The Ph.D. in Rehabilitation and Movement Science from Azusa Pacific University equips allied health professionals with the tools and knowledge-base required to pursue healthcare research and translate those findings into relevant clinical practice. This terminal degree program is offered in a hybrid, low-residency format, allowing students to complete the majority of the sessions online with two one-week on-campus sessions per year.
Leaders in healthcare change
This Ph.D. program integrates a focus on healthcare ethics from a Christian viewpoint to help advance the field of allied health and make a positive difference in the lives of patients. Students will examine the principles, structure, and functions of health services to develop the research techniques the industry needs to make true innovation in rehabilitation and movement science possible. Students can customize their program to align with career goals with one of the following degree specializations:
- Acute Care
- Movement Science
- Orthopedics
- Neurology
- Performing Arts
- Pain Science