Spalding University Kosair for Kids School of Physical Therapy

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Spalding University Kosair for Kids School of Physical Therapy

Spalding University’s School of Physical Therapy offers a hybrid Entry-level DPT.

Effective October 25, 2022, the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Spalding University has been granted Candidate for Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]). If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 502-873-4449 or email [email protected]

. Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.

05/04/2026

🎓 Another semester down!

Congratulations to our DPT students on successfully completing another semester of physical therapy school. Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence continue to shine as you take on new challenges and grow as future clinicians.

Each semester brings you one step closer to making a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients and communities—and we couldn’t be prouder.

Enjoy a well-deserved break, and we look forward to seeing all that you accomplish next! 💙

05/01/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2nd year DPT students on completing your first clinical rotation!

This is a huge milestone in your journey as future physical therapists. You’ve taken your classroom knowledge into real-world patient care, building confidence, clinical skills, and professional growth along the way.

We are so proud of your hard work and dedication—and grateful to our clinical partners for their mentorship and support.

Here’s to the next step in your journey! 👏

04/29/2026

Our pediatric physical therapy students had an incredible opportunity to visit Home of the Innocents , where they experienced firsthand the compassionate, high-quality care provided to children and families in our community.

From observing physical therapy interventions in action to learning about specialized services like aquatic therapy, our students gained valuable insight into holistic, patient-centered care. Experiences like this truly bring classroom learning to life.

A heartfelt thank you to the team at Home of the Innocents for welcoming our students and sharing your expertise. The impact you make on the lives of your residents and families is profound, and we are grateful for all that you do. We are proud to support and partner with organizations that strengthen and uplift our community. 💙

04/14/2026

Our faculty are more than educators—they are mentors who take the time to know each student, support their growth, and guide them on their journey to becoming compassionate, skilled physical therapists. Through personalized instruction, meaningful feedback, and a truly caring approach, we create an environment where every student is seen, challenged, and encouraged to thrive.

When we invest deeply in our students, they become the clinicians who transform lives and strengthen communities.

04/03/2026

At Spalding University, our Doctor of Physical Therapy program is all about personalized learning and small class sizes, ensuring you get the one-on-one support you need to succeed! 👩‍⚕️📚💙 With close faculty mentorship and hands-on training, you’ll be prepared to make a real impact in the field of physical therapy.

04/01/2026

Our first-year DPT students are diving deep into spinal cord pathways at U of L Health - Center for Pediatric Neurorecovery! 🧠✨

Through hands-on learning and research application, they’re building a strong foundation to understand how the nervous system drives movement and function in pediatric populations.

We’re incredibly grateful for our partnership and the opportunity to provide students with meaningful, real-world learning experiences.

03/23/2026

Join us for an Open House at the Kosair for Kids School of Physical Therapy!

📅 Thursday, March 26
⏰ 3:30 PM

Come meet our faculty and current students, learn more about our program, and take a tour of our facilities. Whether you're exploring your options or ready to take the next step, we’d love to connect with you!

We hope to see you there!

03/20/2026

Huge congratulations to our 1st year DPT students —Spalding University’s intramural basketball champions! 🏀👏 So proud of this team—way to represent! 🎉

03/16/2026

Spalding University faculty partnered with students in the Health Science Academy at Seneca High School to support their preparation for healthcare careers. Dr. Lukszys from the Kosair for Kids School of Physical Therapy led mock interviews, provided personalized feedback, and shared opportunities within physical therapy and Spalding’s health science programs.

Faculty from Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Physical Therapy, and Nursing also highlighted the importance of interprofessional collaboration in patient care. Partnerships like this reflect Spalding University’s commitment to community engagement, mentorship, and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

03/09/2026

Our DPT students visited Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies for experiential learning, getting hands-on experience with pediatric patients. Additionally, our students had the opportunity to experience the therapeutic techniques firsthand!

Experiential opportunities like this bridge classroom knowledge with real-world clinical skills, preparing our future physical therapists to make a meaningful impact in pediatric care.

We are grateful to Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies for partnering with us to support PT student education!

Address

961 South 3rd Street
Louisville, KY
40203

Website

https://spalding.edu/doctor-of-physical-therapy/, https://linktr.ee/spaldingudpt

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