Physical Therapy
Undergraduate program · Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
Modality
In-person
Duration
4 years
Campus
Guayaquil
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About the program
Study Physical Therapy at ECOTEC
The Physical Therapy program prepares well-rounded professionals capable of managing physical, psychological, social, environmental, and rehabilitation processes with technical expertise, critical thinking, and the use of technology and research. The program promotes ethical, responsible, and humanistic professional practice in national and international contexts.
Degree awarded
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
CES Resolution: RPC-SO-09-No.137-2025
Graduate profile
What you will be able to do
When you graduate from Physical Therapy, you will have developed these professional competencies.
Carry out processes of analysis and interpretation of information in diverse contexts, promoting the assessment of data to make well-founded judgments, while maintaining a reflective and respectful approach toward different positions for the purpose of contributing effective solutions to complex problems.
Effectively lead work teams, assuming commitments that contribute to the improvement and development of an organization, promoting collaborative leadership to strengthen cohesion and achieve common objectives, with an ethical and responsible attitude in joint decision-making for conflict resolution.
Generate original ideas in diverse contexts, promoting the association of concepts and the identification of relationships among factors to address challenges innovatively, while maintaining an open and flexible attitude toward change with a critical approach to implementing original and creative solutions.
Develop a logical and structured sequence of research processes autonomously and creatively to generate new knowledge and apply and strengthen existing knowledge, collecting and analyzing data clearly and coherently, while maintaining a critical and ethical approach throughout all stages of the research process.
Identify, through specific knowledge of the object of study, the basic theoretical components of human movement and its functionality, categorizing the health condition through standardized disability models, under ethical and professional responsibility, for the purpose of developing comprehensive rehabilitation programs for reintegration into society, while maintaining an empathetic attitude based on respect for the patient.
Clearly analyze dysfunctions associated with human movement, establishing a comprehensive process to identify patient needs through an appropriate specialized functional physical therapy assessment and diagnosis, for the purpose of determining the patient’s current health condition, accompanied by a professional attitude based on empathy, respect, and commitment, as well as ethical values that guide the intervention.
Evaluate the patient’s functional factors comprehensively through clinical analysis, for the purpose of developing individualized Physical Therapy intervention plans using different techniques, resulting in progress in physical rehabilitation, combining technical knowledge, professional attitudes, and ethical values based on trust, support, and the patient’s well-being.
Design research projects related to scientific evidence in Physical Therapy, correctly identifying all elements of the physical therapy intervention process, with the objective of proposing social inclusion through the comprehensive design of projects related to relevant health problems caused by reduced mobility, ensuring commitment, responsibility, empathy, and respect for human dignity, while valuing the patient’s autonomy.
Career opportunities
Where do Physical Therapy professionals work?
A physical therapist evaluates how your body moves, identifies the cause of a dysfunction, and designs a rehabilitation plan to restore function. With a degree in Physical Therapy in Ecuador, you can work in hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, sports, occupational health, and care for people with disabilities, always with individualized, evidence-based plans.
Clinical Rehabilitation
You treat patients in hospitals and rehabilitation centers after injuries, surgeries, or accidents, using manual techniques, therapeutic exercise, and physical agents to restore their mobility.
Sports Physical Therapy
You prevent and treat injuries in athletes, assess their functional condition, and guide their reconditioning until they safely return to training and competition.
Neurorehabilitation
You design intervention plans for people with after-effects of stroke, spinal cord injury, or other neurological conditions, aiming to improve their independence in daily life.
Occupational Health and Ergonomics
You analyze workstations, identify risks of musculoskeletal injury, and propose active breaks, ergonomic adjustments, and prevention programs for a company's employees.
Inclusion and Disability
You assess health status using standardized disability models and develop projects that promote the social participation of people with functional limitations.
Private Practice and Research
You can open your own practice or join research projects that evaluate the effectiveness of physical therapy techniques and generate evidence for clinical practice.
Study plan
Curriculum and brochure
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Admissions
Admission requirements
Have these documents ready for your admission process. Your advisor will confirm whether your program requires any additional documents.
ID document
Color copy of your national ID card, or passport if you are an international student.
Academic record
Copy of your high school report card or academic record.
Current photo
Recent color digital photo with a light background.
Where to study
Campuses where Physical Therapy is offered
Why ECOTEC
Why study Physical Therapy at ECOTEC?
Degree recognized in Spain and the U.S.
Your undergraduate degree is recognized in Spain and the United States (conditions apply depending on the program).
International certifications
Complement your degree with certifications from Meta, Google, Microsoft, and IBM.
Recognized quality
ECOTEC is part of the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education Latin America Rankings.
Three campuses
Study in Samborondón, Guayaquil, or La Costa, with modern classrooms, laboratories, and green areas.
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FAQ
Most frequently asked questions about Physical Therapy
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What does a physical therapist do?
They evaluate human movement, identify the dysfunctions that limit a person, and build an individual treatment plan with therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and other techniques. Their goal is for the patient to regain function, relieve pain, and prevent new injuries. Physical Therapy in Ecuador is practiced in hospitals, clinics, sports clubs, and private practices.
How long is the Physical Therapy program at ECOTEC?
The Physical Therapy program at ECOTEC University takes 4 years, in an on-campus format. The curriculum is organized by semesters, and you can review it in full in the curriculum map on this page.
What degree will I earn if I study Physical Therapy?
When you graduate, you earn the degree of Licenciado/a en Fisioterapia (Bachelor's in Physical Therapy). The program is approved by the Council for Higher Education (CES) under resolution RPC-SO-09-No.137-2025, and your degree is registered with SENESCYT, so it is officially valid in Ecuador.
At which campus can I study Physical Therapy?
Physical Therapy is offered at the Guayaquil Campus (Av. Juan Tanca Marengo, km 2.5). That is where you will attend classes, do your practical training, and receive admissions support.
Is there a difference between physiotherapy and physical therapy?
In many countries, including Ecuador, both terms refer to the same discipline: the health profession that treats movement disorders. What changes is the name of the program at each university. What matters is reviewing the curriculum, the clinical practice it includes, and the degree you will earn.
What are the requirements to study Physical Therapy at ECOTEC?
To begin your admission to Physical Therapy, you need your identity document (national ID card or passport), your high school academic record or report card, and a recent photograph. An admissions advisor will confirm whether any additional documents are needed and will guide you through the entire process.
What skills do I need to study Physical Therapy?
You need an interest in anatomy and how the body works, good physical condition for hands-on work, and the ability to observe in detail. Empathy, patience, and communication also matter, because you will support rehabilitation processes that can last weeks or months and will need to motivate patients to follow their plan.
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