Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

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Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy at Universidad Tecnológica de Ciudad Juárez prepares healthcare professionals specialized in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and conditions that affect movement and physical function.

Throughout the program, students develop knowledge and skills in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and a variety of therapeutic techniques, including manual therapy, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, and neurological, orthopedic, and sports rehabilitation. This comprehensive education combines scientific knowledge, technical expertise, and a patient-centered approach to provide high-quality care.

Upon graduation, Physical Therapy professionals possess the competencies required to work in hospitals, clinics, sports organizations, rehabilitation centers, or establish their own private practice. Physical Therapy is a profession with strong labor market demand and excellent career prospects, focused on improving quality of life and promoting community well-being.

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Morning Schedule: : 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Afternoon Schedule: 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Mission

We are an academic program committed to educating Physical Therapy professionals with the competencies required to provide care and manage comprehensive physiotherapy centers through preventive, corrective, and rehabilitation approaches, thereby contributing to the improvement of the community’s quality of life.

Vision

To be an academic program recognized for the quality of its graduates in Physical Therapy, equipped with the professional competencies necessary to perform effectively in the workforce with national and international recognition, distinguished by their contributions to societal development.

Professional Profile

Graduates of the Physical Therapy program possess the competencies required to provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services. These include:

A strong theoretical foundation in human anatomy and physiology, enabling the application of clinical and functional assessments to develop accurate diagnoses in compliance with current professional regulations.
The ability to design individualized intervention plans based on patient assessment and prognosis, integrating a variety of therapeutic methods aimed at improving health, functionality, and overall well-being.
The capacity to implement multidisciplinary care programs supported by scientific evidence, providing innovative treatment alternatives that benefit patients and the broader community.

Program Structure

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

First Four-Month Term

English I

Human Development and Values

Mathematical Foundations

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Fundamentals of Anatomy

Introduction to Physical Therapy

Communication and Digital Skills

Second Four-Month Term

English II

Socio-Emotional Skills and Conflict Management

Biophysics

Fundamentals of Biochemistry

Anatomy I

Neuroanatomy

Embryology

Third Four-Month Term

English III

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making

Biomechanics of the Upper Extremity and Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)

Histology Applied to Physical Therapy

Anatomy II

Neurophysiology

Health Education

Fourth Four-Month Term

English IV

Professional Ethics

Biomechanics of the Lower Extremity and Spine

Clinical Propaedeutics I

Human Physiology I

Neurodevelopment

Prehospital Care

Fifth Four-Month Term

English V

High-Performance Team Leadership

Functional Clinical Assessment I

Clinical Propaedeutics II

Human Physiology II

Genetics

Health Regulations

Sixth Four-Month Term

English VI

Management Skills

Functional Clinical Assessment II

Medical Imaging in Physical Therapy

Pathophysiology

Human Neuropathology in Pediatrics

Integrative Project I

Seventh Four-Month Term

English VII

Healthcare Services Administration

Differential Diagnosis

Physical Agents I

Exercise Physiology

Adult Human Neuropathology

Integrative Practice I

Eighth Four-Month Term

English VIII

Psychology and Mental Health

Physical Therapy Techniques

Physical Agents II

Therapeutic Exercise

Neurorehabilitation I

Integrative Practice II

Ninth Four-Month Term

Clinical Practice I

Pharmacology in Physical Therapy

Manual Therapy

Physical Agents III

Exercise Prescription

Neurorehabilitation II

Integrative Project II

Tenth Four-Month Term

Clinical Practice II

Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Physical Therapy in Traumatology and Orthopedics

Sexuality and Disability

Sports Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy for the Integumentary System

Evidence-Based Physical Therapy

Eleventh Four-Month Term

Clinical Practice III

Inpatient Physical Therapy

Technology and Innovation in Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy in Obstetrics and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

Functional Training

Physical Therapy in Rheumatology

Research Methodology

Twelfth Four-Month Term

Physical Therapy for Sensory Disorders

Physical Therapy in Oncology

Physical Therapy for Amputee Patients

Orthotics and Prosthetics

Physical Therapy in Geriatrics

Biostatistics

Integrative Project III

Social Service Requirement

One year of mandatory Social Service

Social Service placements are assigned in accordance with the positions available through the Ministry of Health (Secretaría de Salud).