Clinical Fellowship Program
IAOM's ACOMPTE-accredited Fellowship Program combines rigorous clinical education with advanced manual therapy training, leading to the prestigious FAAOMPT credential — Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists.
Request Fellowship ConsultationThe IAOM-US Fellowship Program is committed to advancing physical therapy practitioners in evidence-based clinical diagnostics and orthopedic manual therapy through a structured, mentorship-driven education model.
Our fellowship is dedicated to excellence in clinical practice and professional development, guiding candidates to become recognized leaders and educators in orthopedic manual physical therapy.
Why Choose IAOM-US
Accredited by ACOMPTE (the Accreditation Council on Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Education), the autonomous accrediting body established by AAOMPT to set the highest standards for specialized fellowship programs.
Built on Cyriax and Kaltenborn-Evjenth OMPT methodology combined with 30+ years of research and refinement.
Work directly with IAOM faculty leaders who model clinical excellence and professional development practices.
Complete your fellowship in 11-36 months with options for full-time or part-time clinical rotations.
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Program Results
Advance to Fellow status with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists — the highest professional recognition in orthopedic manual therapy.
Develop expertise in advanced clinical diagnostics and patient management, positioning you as a clinical leader and educator.
Earn a Doctor of Science (ScD) degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, combining advanced manual therapy training with academic credentials.
Program Structure
Each clinical rotation includes:
Once accepted, you have flexibility to complete rotations full-time or part-time while maintaining your clinical practice.
Program Investment
Program Outcomes
Questions?
The Residency is a 12-month structured program ideal for recent graduates seeking board certification preparation. The Fellowship is for experienced PTs with 4,000+ clinical hours seeking advanced diagnostics credentials and AAOMPT Fellow status, with a flexible 11-36 month timeline and ScD degree option.
Yes. While the intensive rotations require 2-week blocks at a mentor site, you can spread the distance learning clinical hours over 14-50 weeks. Total completion ranges from 11-36 months depending on your schedule.
You'll need to be on-site for the initial 75-hour intensive rotation (2 weeks). The remaining 240 hours can be conducted at your current clinical location with web-based mentor contact.
Upon completion, you're eligible for AAOMPT Fellow status and hold an advanced clinical specialist certification. You also earn a Doctor of Science (ScD) degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center if enrolled in that program.
Yes. The IAOM-US Fellowship is accredited through ACOMPTE (the Accreditation Council on Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Education), which is the autonomous body established by AAOMPT to set standards and accredit these specialized fellowship programs. Graduating from an ACOMPTE-accredited program allows physical therapists to earn the prestigious FAAOMPT credential (Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists).
International applicants or those with unique circumstances should contact IAOM-US directly at info@iaom-us.com to discuss your specific situation.
Still have questions?
Contact the IAOM-US Fellowship team directly for personalized guidance.
info@iaom-us.comCycle 1
June 1
Decisions within 3 months
Cycle 2
December 1
Decisions within 3 months
Texas Tech ScD Program
Must apply and enroll in the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center ScD program by March 15 of admission year. Minimum GPA requirement: 3.0.
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Tell us about your clinical background and fellowship goals. An IAOM specialist will reach out within one business day.