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What does a physical therapist do?

Physical therapists, sometimes called PTs, help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These therapists are often an important part of the rehabilitation, treatment, and prevention of patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

Steps on how to become a Physical Therapist .

1)Complete a Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s Degree Program

2)Apply for State Licensure and Sit for the National Licensing Examination

3)Start your Career as a Physical Therapist Assistant and Keep your License Current

4)Take Steps to Advance in the Profession

Requierments

-Doctoral or professional degree

-Are exercise science, biology, psychology and kinesiology

-Life Sciences

-Health Sciences

-Social Sciences

-Pre-Professional Programs

How long does it take to become a Physical Therapist

Traditional DPT programs can range from 30-36 months. So in addition to the 4 years you spend completing an undergraduate degree, you'll also spend about 3 years at a DPT program, totaling 7 years of college education to become a physical therapist

How much does a physical therapist start off making?

The average pay for a Physical Therapist (PT) is $34.59 per hour. The average pay for a Physical Therapist (PT) is $66,672 per year.

What skills do you need to be a physical therapist?

Reading comprehension – medium (Level 5)

Active listening – high (Level 6)

Writing – medium (Level 4)

Speaking – medium (Level 5)

Science – medium (Level 3)

Critical thinking – medium (Level 5)

Active learning – medium (Level 3)

Learning strategies – medium (Level 3)

Monitoring – medium (Level 4)

Contact Us

Phone:347-909-9876

Email:Physical.therapist@gmail.org