Nicole Decker

Nicole Decker is an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Charleston Southern University (CSU), joining in November 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology from the University of South Florida and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. Certified as a Geriatric Clinical Specialist since 2023, her clinical practice began in 2020, focusing on geriatric home health. She transitioned to full-time academia in 2024 after teaching as a guest lecturer since 2022.

• B.A., Gerontology – University of South Florida
• D.P.T. – Medical University of South Carolina

Dr. Decker’s research and practice center on geriatric physical therapy, home health interventions, and clinical education. Her work emphasizes holistic support for aging populations and integrating faith into healthcare education.

• Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist (2023)

A member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 2017, she contributes to geriatric residency programs and advocates for compassionate, faith-driven physical therapy education.