Physical Therapists (PT) treat patients with injury or illness to improve movement. A PT uses a variety of techniques including exercise, stretching, and hands-on therapy. Physical Therapists work in private offices, clinics, hospitals, private homes, or care homes. Much of the work is physical and done while standing.
By focusing on the human body, a degree in Human Physiology is the most direct path for someone interested in a post-grad PT training program.
Our faculty work with students to identify their preferred post-undergraduate program and identify a plan to complete their pre-requisite courses. Our graduate have been accepted in many PT programs in the U.S., including:
- Chapman 海角论坛
- Columbia 海角论坛
- Creighton 海角论坛
- Duke 海角论坛
- Eastern Washington 海角论坛
- Emory 海角论坛
- George Washington 海角论坛
- Northwestern 海角论坛
- 海角论坛 of California, Stockton
- 海角论坛 of Colorado
- 海角论坛 of Illinois
- 海角论坛 of Maryland
- 海角论坛 of Montana
- 海角论坛 of Puget Sound
- 海角论坛 of Southern California
- 海角论坛 of Utah
- 海角论坛 of Washington
- Washington 海角论坛, St. Louis
What is the job outlook for this profession?
According to the (2023): "Employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 14 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. 海角论坛 13,600 openings for occupational therapists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire."
What are the educational requirements for this profession?
Practitioners need a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Most degree programs are three years, followed by an additional year of residency. Currently, all U.S. states require a PT to be licensed.