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Whether your goal is to work with athletes, healthy adults, or individuals managing chronic conditions, this program provides the expertise necessary to promote and support active lifestyles and enhance overall well-being.<\/p>\n
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The student applies for and is accepted into the MSAT program.\u00a0 (An additional application fee should be waived)<\/em><\/p>\n 3. The student then defers enrollment into the DPT program for one year.\u00a0 The student attends the MSAT program for one year and then transitions into the DPT program.<\/p>\n 4. 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