Criminal background checks.
DPT programs may require criminal background checks and/or drug tests in order to verify an individual's suitability to participate in experiential education rotations, to confirm a student's eligibility for licensure, and to ensure patient safety.
Do employers drug test during training?
Yes. A drug test was performed before the hiring process was complete.
Is becoming a DPT worth it?
This study concluded that PT school is a good investment “up to a certain amount of student debt.” According to the study, with the average debt level reported by recent US DPT graduates ($86,563), physical therapy's net present value “was higher than occupational therapy, optometry, veterinary medicine, and ...
