[1] The typical degree candidate is a part-time student who continues full-time professional responsibilities.
[2] The modern development of this program in the United Kingdom (DPT) has been greatly influenced by educators and other professionals affiliated with the Association of Practical Theology (APT, established 1984).
Further, it serves as a foundation for an original project contributing to solutions and development of the student's organization and/or profession.
Most seminary and divinity schools there have replaced their degree studies in practical theology to majors within programs leading to the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.
The specialized program is still offered in France (DThP), and more recently, the United Kingdom (DPT), and in Canada where McMaster Divinity College offers a Doctor of Practical Theology (DPT).