UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS
Train the Next Generation of Senior-Care Clinicians
Structured fieldwork placements for PT, PTA, OT, COTA, and SLP students across Michigan senior living.
Gold Coast Physio partners with Michigan universities and colleges to provide hands-on clinical education in real senior living environments — with dedicated mentorship, diverse caseloads, and a clear pathway to employment.
WHAT WE OFFER
A Placement That Prepares You for a Career
Fieldwork Placements
Structured Level I and Level II fieldwork experiences across Michigan senior living communities. We work with your university coordinator to design a rotation that meets your curriculum requirements.
Clinical Mentorship
Every student is paired with a dedicated clinical educator — a licensed therapist who provides hands-on supervision, regular feedback, and professional development coaching throughout your placement.
Hands-On Experience
Diverse, high-volume caseloads in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing environments. You'll work with real patients on real rehabilitation goals from day one.
Hire-After-Placement
Outstanding students are regularly offered full-time or PRN positions upon graduation. Gold Coast Physio is a direct pathway into a rewarding senior-care therapy career in Michigan.
DISCIPLINES COVERED
Placements Available in All Five Disciplines
Gold Coast Physio works with program coordinators at Michigan universities and community colleges to ensure placements meet curriculum requirements, ACOTE and CAPTE standards, and clinical hour requirements.
APPLY FOR A PLACEMENT
Join the Student Program
Tell us about yourself and your program. Our clinical education coordinator will be in touch to discuss placement availability and next steps.
- Level I and Level II rotations available
- PT, PTA, OT, COTA, and SLP disciplines
- Michigan locations across Metro Detroit and beyond
Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Whether you're a senior seeking rehab, a family member looking for answers, or a facility exploring partnership—Gold Coast Physio is here for you.