Introduction
Philosophy
In accordance with the motto of Tzu Chi University, which is “the spirit of kindness, compassion, joy and equanimity”, our aim is to educate and develop students as physical therapists that provide humanism, professionalism and ethical leadership. In addition, students are trained to carry out the philosophy of life-long learning and integrated health-promotion.
History
2008
The Department of Physical Therapy at Tzu Chi University (TCU) was formally established on June 6 by the Ministry of Education.
The Department of Physical Therapy at Tzu Chi College of Technology founded in 1995 ended its enrollment of students in 2009.
2009
The Department at TCU admitted its first class of 45 students.
Associate Professor Chien-Hui Huang served as the first department Chair.
All faculty members received problem-based learning tutor training provided by the Center for Faculty Development and Instruction at TCU.
2010
The ongoing renovation of the department floor was completed and new space and lab equipment was ready for use.
2011
The Department, for the first time, admitted 3 student athletes through the University Entrance Examination and