PT 777 Professionalism — The Doctoring Profession

This seminar course provides the PT clinical doctoral learner the opportunity to analyze and discuss the roles/responsibilities and challenges/opportunities inherent in doctoral-level physical therapy practice. Development of practitioners who view their education as a route to engaged professionalism is emphasized. The components of a doctoring profession in PT are examined: autonomous practice, direct access, evidence-based practice, practitioner of choice, and professionalism. Professionalism, articulated in the APTA’s Core Values in Physical Therapy, is grounded in seven core professional values: accountability, altruism, excellence, compassion/caring, social responsibility, integrity, and professional duty. Each of these values will be explored in this seminar. (2)