Thailand: Pre-Physical Therapy (PT) College Prep Program

More than ever, DPT program selection committees are looking for well-rounded students who have a thorough understanding of their respective fields of interest and the ability to work collaboratively across cultures. Our Thailand Pre-Physical Therapy College Prep Program is designed for undergraduate and post-bacc students who want to work with (and learn from) a distinguished group of professional Physical Therapists in a cross-cultural setting.


Your cohort will collaborate with government organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private clinics, universities and charitable organizations to bring services to children in northern Thailand and gain hands-on experience that’s hard to duplicate in the classroom. Our APTA licensed PTs will take you through a cross-disciplinary, cross-sectoral and cross-cultural program that will change the way you develop within your respective field!

IMPORTANT NOTE: There are no prerequisites for this program, and students from any relevant department or major may apply. Students on this program will primarily be working with children, so all applicants should be comfortable working with children and be creative and flexible to get the most out of their experience.


Program Details
Therapy Abroad students and staff provide essential services such as screening, direct rehabilitation, referral and/or care to promote fitness, health and wellness and capacity building in the provision of physical therapy to individuals, organizations, and communities. Collaboration with Thai universities is an incredibly important part of the learning experience for all of our students. Time will also be set aside to learn new concepts, practice communication skills and learn about Thai culture and history. 

Observation And Volunteer Hours
Observing and volunteering are essential to providing you with a first-hand experience of the profession and helping you build your case for graduate school. Our PT  service program in Thailand is a perfect way to diversify your experience working in different settings and gain needed observation and volunteer hours.

Program Life

• Boutique accommodations with communal areas to relax and hang out, meeting rooms for group discussions or presentations, and comfortable rooms for getting shut-eye
• Access to Wifi, fresh drinking water, western-style toilets and showers, and laundry services (laundry will be on site or nearby)
• Meals will be a combination of Thai and Western cuisine consisting of rice, curries, noodles, spicy salads, some fried foods along with fresh vegetables and exotic fruits

Benefits For Students Who Participate In This Program:

• Gain hands-on experience in your field of study
• Build resume for graduate school admissions
• Learn the design, implementation, and evaluation processes used in the education of patients/clients, students, colleagues, and community
• Hone your cultural responsiveness
• Improve intercultural communication skills
• Gain experience in action research and effective collaboration
• Broaden understanding socio-cultural stigmas and enigmas
• Market your international experience to universities and employers alike
• Develop critical thinking and analytical skills
• Engage with cross-cultural competence
• Learn about public health services in other countries

What’s Included
With the exception of international airfare, our trips are all-inclusive. Your tuition covers: All activities. All materials. All meals. All housing. Everything. We want you to arrive and participate fully in the program and take advantage of each learning experience without ever thinking about how much money you are going to spend.