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Guide to Physical Therapy Degree Programs
A master's level degree accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education is the minimum qualification required by anyone considering a career as a physical therapist.
Competition for places in physical therapy schools is fierce, and a high overall grade point average in college will be demanded. Many physical therapy schools also require experience as a volunteer in a physical therapy department.
A master's level program lasts about 2.5 years and begins by introducing the basics of physics, chemistry, and biology. Students then move on to specialized subjects, including, biomechanics, therapeutic procedures, examination techniques, and neuroanatomy. A compulsory clinical internship offers students supervised clinical experience in physical therapy.
The physical therapy graduate must pass the National Physical Therapist Examination and meet any other State requirements before practicing as a physical therapist. After qualification, physical therapists should keep abreast of developments in physical therapy through continuing education courses, which may be required by some states in order to remain licensed.
A master's level degree accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education is the minimum qualification required by anyone considering a career as a physical therapist.
Competition for places in physical therapy schools is fierce, and a high overall grade point average in college will be demanded. Many physical therapy schools also require experience as a volunteer in a physical therapy department.
A master's level program lasts about 2.5 years and begins by introducing the basics of physics, chemistry, and biology. Students then move on to specialized subjects, including, biomechanics, therapeutic procedures, examination techniques, and neuroanatomy.
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