Clinical Anatomy in a Physical Therapist Competency-Based Education Course: Challenges and Solutions

Teaching clinical anatomy within an integrated CBE course successfully enhanced learner knowledge and self-efficacy. Flexible timelines supported learner autonomy, however, both faculty and learners noted timing issues that informed potential future refinements such as structured assessment windows. Despite faculty-identified logistical hurdles, the model demonstrates the feasibility of competency-based instruction and offers actionable insights for other physical therapist programs.