The postprofessional DPT degree is conferred upon completion of a structured postprofessional educational experience that results in the augmentation of knowledge, skills, and behaviors to a level consistent with current professional (entry-level) DPT standards.

The postprofessional DPT degree enables the US-licensed physical therapist to attain degree parity with PTs who hold the professional DPT by addressing any gaps between their professional baccalaureate or master's degree PT education and current professional DPT degree education.