The Mission of the Hampton University Department of Physical Therapy is to provide contemporary physical therapist education in a multicultural learning environment with a special focus on systemically marginalized, under-represented, and under-resourced populations.  The program will prepare its graduates to practice autonomously and collaboratively exemplifying integrity, compassion, and lifelong learning.  The faculty and graduates will advance the profession and community through leadership, research, scholarship and service.

Education and Training

1. Graduates demonstrate skills necessary to practice autonomously with competence, integrity, and compassion in a variety of settings across the life span.
2. Graduates will communicate effectively and appropriately, in a culturally sensitive manner with diverse populations including colleagues, patients, and the public.

Research and Knowledge Creation

1. The graduate will critically analyze published literature and utilize the best available evidence to inform his/her practice.

Leadership and Community Service

1. Graduates will demonstrate a commitment to service to the profession, patients, and the community.