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What is a Physical Therapist?

Physical Therapy/Therapist SchoolsA Physical therapist treats the patients who suffer from disorders and people who cannot move or function normally in their day to day life.

Physical therapist finds analyzed their physical problems and treats them.

A person who wants to become a physical therapist should have to help nature, and good interpersonal skills to treat the people who have limitations in their physical moments.

Table of contents

  • What is a Physical Therapist?
  • How to Become a Physical Therapist?
  • How Long does it take to Become Physical Therapist?
  • Physical Therapy Schools & Education
  • Physical Therapy Programs & Certification
  • Physical Therapist Salary
  • Physical Therapist Job Description
  • Physical Therapist Requirements

How to Become a Physical Therapist?

The physical therapist must complete a three-year graduation course from an authorized academic program in physical therapy. They must obtain this degree before start practicing physical therapy. To get admission to a physical therapy course, students need to complete a graduation course. Students need to submit Graduate Record Examination (GRE) marks and should secure a good average grade in their academics.

Physical therapy program consists of courses like human anatomy, biomechanics, musculoskeletal system, pathology, and neurological dysfunction management.

Becoming a Physical Therapist

Students may also have to undergo practical sessions as an internship, to get knowledge in the clinical course which provides training in patient care, screening, analyzing the problems and start treatment to the patients. This practical session will teach students about hospitality.

How Long does it take to Become Physical Therapist?

All physical therapists must complete a three-year doctoral physical therapy graduation course (DPT) authorized by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). And a bachelor’s degree is required to get admission into the DPT program. Some schools offer a combined course which combines the under graduation and doctoral degree courses, where they will be taught the syllabus like biology, human anatomy physiology, chemistry, physics, and psychology.

Physical Therapy Schools & Education in United States

Click on the states below to view the list of physical therapy schools information.

Alabama
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Alabama State University915 S Jackson Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104-0271(334) 229-41004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Alabama at BirminghamAdministration Bldg Suite 1070, Birmingham, Alabama 35294-0110(205) 934-40114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of South Alabama307 N University Blvd, Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002(251) 460-61014-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Arizona
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Midwestern University-Glendale19555 N 59th Ave, Glendale, Arizona 85308(623) 572-32004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Northern Arizona University1900 S. Knoles Dr, Babbitt Administrative Center, Room 200, Flagstaff, Arizona 86011-4092(928) 523-90114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Arkansas
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Arkansas State University-Main Campus2105 E. Aggie Road, Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401(870) 972-21004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Harding University915 E. Market Ave., Searcy, Arkansas 72149-5615(501) 279-40004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Central Arkansas201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, Arkansas 72035-0001(501) 450-50004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
California
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Advanced College13180 Paramount Blvd., South Gate, California 90280(562) 408-69692-year, Private for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Certificate
Azusa Pacific University901 E Alosta, Azusa, California 91702-7000(626) 969-34344-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
California State University-Fresno5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, California 93740(559) 278-42404-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
California State University-Long Beach1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, California 90840-0115(562) 985-41114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
California State University-Northridge18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge, California 91330(818) 677-12004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
California State University-Sacramento6000 J St, Sacramento, California 95819-2694(916) 278-65664-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Chapman UniversityOne University Dr., Orange, California 92866(714) 997-68154-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Fresno Pacific University1717 S Chestnut Ave, Fresno, California 93702-4709(559) 453-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Loma Linda University11139 Anderson Street, Loma Linda, California 92350(909) 558-10004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Mount Saint Mary's University12001 Chalon Rd, Los Angeles, California 90049-1599(310) 954-40004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Samuel Merritt University3100 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, California 94609(510) 869-65114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
San Diego State University5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, California 92182(619) 594-52004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
San Francisco State University1600 Holloway Ave, San Francisco, California 94132(415) 338-11114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of California-San Francisco500 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, California 94143-0244(415) 476-90004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity Park, Los Angeles, California 90089(213) 740-23114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
University of St Augustine for Health Sciences700 Windy Point Drive, San Marcos, California 92069(904) 826-00844-year, Private for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of the Pacific3601 Pacific Ave, Stockton, California 95211-0197(209) 946-20114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
West Coast University-Center for Graduate Studies590 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90004(323) 284-79984-year, Private for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Western University of Health Sciences309 E 2nd St, Pomona, California 91766-1854(909) 623-61164-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Colorado
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Regis University3333 Regis Blvd, Denver, Colorado 80221-1099(800) 388-2366 x21114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus1380 Lawrence Street, Lawrence Street Center, Suite 1400, Denver, Colorado 80217-3364(303) 556-56004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Connecticut
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Quinnipiac UniversityMt Carmel Ave, Hamden, Connecticut 06518(203) 582-82004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Sacred Heart University5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, Connecticut 06825-1000(203) 371-79994-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Connecticut352 Mansfield Road, Storrs, Connecticut 06269(860) 486-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Hartford200 Bloomfield Ave, West Hartford, Connecticut 06117-1599(860) 768-41004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Delaware
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of Delaware104 Hullihen Hall, Newark, Delaware 19716(302) 831-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Florida
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Adventist University of Health Sciences671 Winyah Drive, Orlando, Florida 32803(407) 303-77424-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University1500 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tallahassee, Florida 32307(850) 599-30004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Florida Gulf Coast University10501 Fgcu Blvd S, Fort Myers, Florida 33965-6565(239) 590-10004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Florida International University11200 S. W. 8 Street, Miami, Florida 33199(305) 348-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Nova Southeastern University3301 College Ave, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33314-7796(954) 262-73004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Central Florida4000 Central Florida Blvd, Orlando, Florida 32816(407) 823-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32611(352) 392-32614-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of MiamiUniversity of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida 33146(305) 284-22114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of North Florida1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32224-7699(904) 620-10004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of South Florida-Main Campus4202 East Fowler Ave, Tampa, Florida 33620-9951(813) 974-20114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Georgia
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Armstrong State University11935 Abercorn St, Savannah, Georgia 31419-1997(912) 344-25764-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Augusta University1120 Fifteenth St, Augusta, Georgia 30912(706) 721-02114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Emory University408 Administration Building, 201 Dowman Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30322(404) 727-61234-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Georgia State University33 gilmer st, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-3083(404) 413-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Mercer University1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, Georgia 31207(478) 301-27004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of North Georgia82 College Circle, Dahlonega, Georgia 30597(706) 864-14004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Idaho
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Idaho State University921 S 8th Ave, Pocatello, Idaho 83209(208) 282-27004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
North Idaho College1000 West Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814-2199(208) 769-33002-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Northwest Nazarene University623 S. University Blvd., Nampa, Idaho 83686-5897(208) 467-80114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Illinois
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Bradley University1501 W Bradley Ave, Peoria, Illinois 61625-0001(309) 676-76114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Chicago State University9501 S. King Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60628-1598(773) 995-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Governors State University1 University Pky, University Park, Illinois 60484(708) 534-50004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Loyola University Chicago1032 W. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, Illinois 60660(773) 274-30004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Midwestern University-Downers Grove555 31st Street, Downers Grove, Illinois 60515-5514(630) 969-44004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Northern Illinois University1425 W. Lincoln Hwy., Dekalb, Illinois 60115-2828(800) 892-30504-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Northwestern University633 Clark St, Evanston, Illinois 60208(847) 491-37414-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, Illinois 60064-3095(847) 578-30004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Illinois at Chicago601 S Morgan, Chicago, Illinois 60607(312) 996-70004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Indiana
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis425 University Blvd, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202-5143(317) 274-55554-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Evansville1800 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, Indiana 47722(812) 488-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Indianapolis1400 E Hanna Ave, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227-3697(317) 788-33684-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Iowa
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Clarke University1550 Clarke Dr, Dubuque, Iowa 52001-3198(563) 588-63004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center3200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, Iowa 50312(515) 271-14004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Saint Ambrose University518 W Locust St, Davenport, Iowa 52803-2898(563) 333-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Iowa101 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1316(319) 335-35004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Kansas
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of KansasStrong Hall, 1450 Jayhawk Blvd, Room 230, Lawrence, Kansas 66045(785) 864-27004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Saint Mary4100 S 4th St Trafficway, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048-5082(913) 682-51514-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Wichita State University1845 N. Fairmount, Wichita, Kansas 67260-0124(316) 978-34564-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Kentucky
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Bellarmine University2001 Newburg Rd, Louisville, Kentucky 40205-0671(502) 272-82634-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
University of KentuckySouth Limestone, Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0032(859) 257-90004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Western Kentucky University1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101-1000(270) 745-01114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Louisiana
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Louisiana College1140 College Dr, Pineville, Louisiana 71359(318) 487-70114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans433 Bolivar St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112-2223(504) 568-48084-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, Louisiana 71103(318) 675-87694-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Maine
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Husson University1 College Circle, Bangor, Maine 04401-2929(207) 941-70004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of New England11 Hills Beach Rd, Biddeford, Maine 04005-9599(207) 283-01714-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Maryland
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of Maryland Eastern ShoreJ.T. Williams Hall, Princess Anne, Maryland 21853-1299(410) 651-22004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Maryland, Baltimore620 West Lexington St, Baltimore, Maryland 21201-1627(410) 706-31004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Massachusetts
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
American International College1000 State Street, Springfield, Massachusetts 01109(413) 737-70004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Boston UniversityOne Silber Way, Boston, Massachusetts 02215(617) 353-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
MCPHS University179 Longwood Ave, Boston, Massachusetts 02115-5896(617) 732-28004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
MGH Institute of Health Professions36 1st Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02129-4557(617) 726-29474-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Northeastern University360 Huntington Ave, Boston, Massachusetts 02115-5005(617) 373-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Northeastern University Professional Advancement Network360 Huntington Ave, Boston, Massachusetts 02115(617) 373-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Simmons College300 The Fenway, Boston, Massachusetts 02115-5898(617) 521-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Springfield College263 Alden St, Springfield, Massachusetts 01109-3797(413) 748-31164-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
University of Massachusetts-Lowell1 University Ave, Lowell, Massachusetts 01854-5104(978) 934-40004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Michigan
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Andrews University4150 Administration Drive, Room 136, Berrien Springs, Michigan 49104(800) 253-28744-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Central Michigan University106 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48859(989) 774-40004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Gogebic Community CollegeE4946 Jackson Rd, Ironwood, Michigan 49938(906) 932-4231 x02-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Certificate
Grand Rapids Community College143 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-3295(616) 234-40002-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Grand Valley State University1 Campus Dr, Allendale, Michigan 49401-9403(616) 331-20204-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Mid Michigan Community College1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, Michigan 48625-9447(989) 386-66222-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Oakland University2200 North Squirrel Road, Rochester Hills, Michigan 48309-4401(248) 370-21004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
University of Michigan-Flint303 E. Kearsley Street, Flint, Michigan 48502-1950(810) 762-30004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
Wayne State University656 West Kirby Street, Detroit, Michigan 48202(313) 577-24244-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Minnesota
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences200 First St SW, Rochester, Minnesota 55905(507) 284-36784-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
St Catherine University2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55105(651) 690-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The College of Saint Scholastica1200 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, Minnesota 55811-4199(218) 723-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities100 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455-0213(612) 625-50004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Mississippi
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
East Mississippi Community College1512 Kemper Street, Scooba, Mississippi 39358-0158(662) 476-50002-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Hinds Community College608 Hinds Boulevard, Raymond, Mississippi 39154(601) 857-52612-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Itawamba Community College602 W Hill Street, Fulton, Mississippi 38843-1099(601) 862-80002-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College51 Main Street, Perkinston, Mississippi 39573(866) 735-11222-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Northeast Mississippi Community College101 Cunningham Blvd, Booneville, Mississippi 38829(662) 728-77512-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Northwest Mississippi Community College4975 Hwy 51 N, Senatobia, Mississippi 38668-1714(662) 562-32002-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
University of MississippiOxford, Mississippi, University, Mississippi 38677-1848(662) 915-72114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Missouri
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
A T Still University of Health Sciences800 W Jefferson, Kirksville, Missouri 63501(660) 626-21214-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Maryville University of Saint Louis650 Maryville University Drive, Saint Louis, Missouri 63141-7299(800) 627-98554-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Missouri State University-Springfield901 S National Avenue, Springfield, Missouri 65897(417) 836-50004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Rockhurst University1100 Rockhurst Rd, Kansas City, Missouri 64110-2561(816) 501-40004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Saint Louis UniversityOne North Grand Blvd, Saint Louis, Missouri 63103-2097(314) 977-22224-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Southwest Baptist University1600 University Ave, Bolivar, Missouri 65613-2596(800) 526-58594-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Missouri-Columbia105 Jesse Hall, Columbia, Missouri 65211-1050(573) 882-21214-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Washington University in St LouisOne Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, Missouri 63130-4899(314) 935-50004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Montana
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
The University of MontanaMissoula, Montana, Missoula, Montana 59812(406) 243-02114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Nebraska
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Creighton University2500 California Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68178(402) 280-27004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Nebraska Medical Center42nd & Dewey Ave, Omaha, Nebraska 68198-7815(402) 559-40004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Nevada
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Touro University Nevada874 American Pacific Drive, Henderson, Nevada 89014(702) 777-86874-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Nevada-Las Vegas4505 S Maryland Pky, Las Vegas, Nevada 89154(702) 895-30114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
New Hampshire
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Franklin Pierce University40 University Drive, Rindge, New Hampshire 03461-0060(603) 899-40004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
New Jersey
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Rutgers University-Camden406 Penn, Camden, New Jersey 08102(856) 225-60954-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Rutgers University-New Brunswick83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901-1281(732) 932-17664-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Seton Hall University400 S Orange Ave, South Orange, New Jersey 07079-2697(973) 761-90004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Stockton University101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, New Jersey 08205-9441(609) 652-17764-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
New Mexico
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of New Mexico-Main Campus1700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106(505) 277-01114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
New York
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Clarkson University8 Clarkson Ave, Potsdam, New York 13699(315) 268-64004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
College of Staten Island CUNY2800 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, New York 10314(718) 982-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Columbia University in the City of New YorkWest 116 St and Broadway, New York, New York 10027(212) 854-17544-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
CUNY Graduate School and University Center365 Fifth Ave, New York, New York 10016(212) 817-70004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
CUNY Hunter College695 Park Ave, New York, New York 10065(212) 772-40004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Daemen College4380 Main St, Amherst, New York 14226-3592(716) 839-36004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Dominican College of Blauvelt470 Western Highway, Orangeburg, New York 10962-1210(845) 359-78004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
D'Youville College320 Porter Ave, Buffalo, New York 14201-1084(716) 829-80004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
Ithaca College953 Danby Rd, Ithaca, New York 14850-7002(607) 274-30114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
LIU Brooklyn1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, New York 11201-8423(718) 488-10114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Mercy College555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, New York 10522(800) 637-29694-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Nazareth College4245 East Ave, Rochester, New York 14618-3790(585) 389-25254-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
New York Institute of TechnologyNorthern Blvd, Old Westbury, New York 11568-8000(516) 686-75164-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
New York Medical CollegeAdministration Building, Valhalla, New York 10595(914) 594-40004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
New York University70 Washington Sq South, New York, New York 10012-1091(212) 998-12124-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Pace University-New York1 Pace Plaza, New York, New York 10038-1598(212) 346-12004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Stony Brook University310 Administration Building, Stony Brook, New York 11794(631) 632-60004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
SUNY Downstate Medical Center450 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11203-2098(718) 270-21874-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The Sage Colleges65 1st Street, Troy, New York 12180(518) 244-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Touro College500 7th Avenue, New York, New York 10018(646) 565-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
University at Buffalo12 Capen Hall, Buffalo, New York 14260-1660(716) 645-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Upstate Medical University750 E Adams St, Syracuse, New York 13210(315) 464-55404-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Utica College1600 Burrstone Rd, Utica, New York 13502-4892(315) 792-31114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
North Carolina
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Campbell University143 Main Street, Buies Creek, North Carolina 27506(910) 893-1200 x12654-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Duke University103 Allen Bldg, Durham, North Carolina 27708(919) 684-81114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
East Carolina UniversityEast 5th Street, Greenville, North Carolina 27858-4353(252) 328-61314-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Elon University100 Campus Drive, Elon, North Carolina 27244-2010(336) 278-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill103 South Bldg Cb 9100, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599(919) 962-22114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Western Carolina UniversityHighway 107, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723-9646(828) 227-71004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Winston-Salem State University601 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27110-0001(336) 750-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
North Dakota
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of Jamestown608 6th St NE, Jamestown, North Dakota 58405(701) 252-34674-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Mary7500 University Dr, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504(701) 255-75004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of North Dakota264 Centennial Drive, Stop 8193, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58202-8193(800) 225-58634-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Ohio
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Cleveland State University2121 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115-2214(216) 687-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Mount Saint Joseph University5701 Delhi Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45233-1670(513) 244-42004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Ohio State University-Main Campus190 N. Oval Mall, Columbus, Ohio 43210(292) 646-86004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Ohio University-Main Campus020 Chubb Hall, Athens, Ohio 45701-2979(740) 593-10004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The University of Findlay1000 North Main Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840-3653(419) 422-83134-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Akron Main Campus302 Buchtel Common, Akron, Ohio 44325-4702(330) 972-71114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus2624 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0063(513) 556-60004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Dayton300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45469(937) 229-10004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Toledo2801 W Bancroft, Toledo, Ohio 43606-3390(800) 586-53364-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Walsh University2020 East Maple St, North Canton, Ohio 44720-3396(330) 499-70904-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Youngstown State UniversityOne University Plaza, Youngstown, Ohio 44555-0001(877) 468-69784-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Oklahoma
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Langston University102 Page Hall, Langston, Oklahoma 73050(405) 466-34284-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Oklahoma Baptist University500 W University, Shawnee, Oklahoma 74804(405) 275-28504-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Oklahoma City Community College7777 S May Ave, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73159-9987(405) 682-16112-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Oral Roberts University7777 S Lewis Ave., Tulsa, Oklahoma 74171(918) 495-61614-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center1100 N Lindsay, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73104-5499(405) 271-23324-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Oregon
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
George Fox University414 N Meridian St, Newberg, Oregon 97132(503) 538-83834-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Pacific University2043 College Way, Forest Grove, Oregon 97116(877) 722-86484-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Treasure Valley Community College650 College Blvd, Ontario, Oregon 97914(541) 881-88222-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Pennsylvania
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Arcadia University450 S Easton Rd, Glenside, Pennsylvania 19038-3295(215) 572-29004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Chatham UniversityWoodland Rd, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232(412) 365-11004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
DeSales University2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034-9568(610) 282-11004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Drexel University3141 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104(215) 895-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Master Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
Duquesne UniversityAdministration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15282(412) 396-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Gannon University109 W Sixth St, Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001(814) 871-70004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Lebanon Valley College101 N College Ave, Annville, Pennsylvania 17003-1400(717) 867-61004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Misericordia University301 Lake St, Dallas, Pennsylvania 18612-1098(570) 674-64004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Neumann UniversityOne Neumann Drive, Aston, Pennsylvania 19014-1298(610) 459-09054-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Saint Francis University117 Evergreen Dr, Loretto, Pennsylvania 15940(814) 472-30004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania1 Morrow Way, Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania 16057-1383(724) 738-90004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Temple University1801 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122-6096(215) 204-70004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Thomas Jefferson University1020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107(215) 955-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus4200 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15260(412) 624-41414-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Scranton800 Linden Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18510-4629(570) 941-74004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of the Sciences600 South 43rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104-4495(215) 596-88004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Widener UniversityOne University Place, Chester, Pennsylvania 19013-5792(610) 499-40004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Rhode Island
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of Rhode IslandGreen Hall, 35 Campus Avenue, Kingston, Rhode Island 02881(401) 874-10004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
South Carolina
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Medical University of South Carolina179 Ashley Ave, Charleston, South Carolina 29425(843) 792-23004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of South Carolina-ColumbiaColumbia-Campus, Columbia, South Carolina 29208(803) 777-70004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
South Dakota
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
University of South Dakota414 E Clark St, Vermillion, South Dakota 57069-2390(605) 677-53014-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Tennessee
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Belmont University1900 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, Tennessee 37212-3757(615) 460-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
East Tennessee State University1276 Gilbreath Drive, Johnson City, Tennessee 37614(423) 439-10004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Southern Adventist University4881 Taylor Cir, Collegedale, Tennessee 37315-0370(423) 236-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Tennessee State University3500 John A. Merritt Blvd, Nashville, Tennessee 37209-1561(615) 963-51114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403-2598(423) 425-41114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
The University of Tennessee-Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee 38163(901) 448-55004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Texas
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Amarillo College2011 S. Washington, Amarillo, Texas 79109(806) 371-50002-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Angelina College3500 South First, Lufkin, Texas 75902-1768(936) 639-13012-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
Angelo State University2601 W. Avenue N, San Angelo, Texas 76909(325) 942-25554-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Baylor University500 Speight Ave., Waco, Texas 76798(254) 710-10114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Hardin-Simmons University2200 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79698-0001(325) 670-10004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Tarleton State University1333 W. Washington, Stephenville, Texas 76401-0000(254) 968-90004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
Texas State University601 University Dr, San Marcos, Texas 78666(512) 245-21114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center3601 4th Street, Lubbock, Texas 79430(806) 743-10004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Texas Woman's University304 Administration Dr, Denton, Texas 76204(940) 898-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The University of Texas at El Paso500 W. University Ave, El Paso, Texas 79968-0691(915) 747-50004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio7703 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900(210) 567-26214-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
The University of Texas Medical Branch301 University Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77555-0129(409) 772-10114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Physical Therapy/Therapist Postgraduate Certificate
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor900 College St, Belton, Texas 76513-2599(800) 727-86424-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of North Texas Health Science Center3500 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, Texas 76107-2699(817) 735-20004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, Texas 75390-9096(214) 648-36064-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of the Incarnate Word4301 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209(210) 829-60004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Utah
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions122 East 1700 South, Provo, Utah 84606(801) 375-51254-year, Private for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Snow College150 E College Ave, Ephraim, Utah 84627(435) 283-70004-year, primarily associate's, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Associate
University of Utah201 Presidents Circle, ROOM 201, Salt Lake City, Utah 84112-9008(801) 581-72004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Vermont
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Lyndon State College1001 College Rd, Lyndonville, Vermont 05851-0919(802) 626-62004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Bachelor Degree
University of Vermont85 S Prospect St, Burlington, Vermont 05405-0160(802) 656-31314-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Virginia
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Emory & Henry College30461 Garnand Drive, Emory, Virginia 24327-0947(276) 944-41214-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Hampton University100 E. Queen Street, Hampton, Virginia 23668-0099(757) 727-50004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Lynchburg College1501 Lakeside Dr, Lynchburg, Virginia 24501-3113(434) 544-81004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Mary Baldwin University318 Prospect Street, Staunton, Virginia 24401(540) 887-70004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Marymount University2807 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, Virginia 22207-4299(703) 522-56004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Old Dominion University5115 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, Virginia 23529(757) 683-30004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Radford University801 East Main St., Radford, Virginia 24142(540) 831-50004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Shenandoah University1460 University Dr, Winchester, Virginia 22601-5195(540) 665-45004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Virginia Commonwealth University910 W Franklin St, Richmond, Virginia 23284-2512(804) 828-01004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Washington
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Eastern Washington University526 5th Street, Cheney, Washington 99004-2496(509) 359-62004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Puget Sound1500 N. Warner Street, Tacoma, Washington 98416(253) 879-31004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Washington-Seattle Campus1400 NE Campus Parkway, Seattle, Washington 98195-4550(206) 543-21004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
West Virginia
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Marshall University1 John Marshall Dr, Huntington, West Virginia 25755(800) 642-34634-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
West Virginia UniversityPO Box 6201, Morgantown, West Virginia 26506(304) 293-01114-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Wheeling Jesuit University316 Washington Ave, Wheeling, West Virginia 26003(304) 243-20004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Wisconsin
Schools NameAddressContactTypePrograms
Carroll University100 N East Ave, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186(262) 547-12114-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Concordia University-Wisconsin12800 N Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, Wisconsin 53097-2402(262) 243-57004-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
Marquette University1250 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233(414) 288-77104-year, Private not-for-profitPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse1725 State St, La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601-9959(608) 785-80004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Wisconsin-Madison500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, Wisconsin 53706-1380(608) 263-24004-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201-0413(414) 229-11224-year, PublicPhysical Therapy/Therapist Doctor Degree

Physical Therapy Programs & Certification

Depending on the state’s requirements, all physical therapists must obtain a license to become a physical therapist. Most of the states require a graduation in physical therapy from an authorized university and clear the National Physical Therapy Examination.

Some states may insist on additional requirements to provide license such as Jurisprudence exams, and continuing education to obtain and maintain the licensure for a period.

Physical therapy candidates must be licensed and should have completed 2000-hour clinical practice sessions in their own specialized areas to obtain a certification from The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). Qualified candidates will be awarded specialty certification, and the certified specialists must be re-certified after 10 years.

Physical Therapist Salary

The average annual salary of a physical therapist in the year 2015 was $85,790. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the employment opportunities of physical therapists could see an increase of 34% between 2014 and 2024.

Physical Therapist Job Description

• A physical therapist helps the patients to cure their injuries by providing quality treatment. Also, they check the patient’s tests thoroughly and provide them the best prescription

• Encourage patients to perform manual exercises, and assists patients to perform physical exercises like nonmanual.

• Also, physical therapists add massages to treatment, because to provide relaxation as well as curing. And, they also use a lot of other supplements like infrared and ultraviolet lamps, ultrasound machines, whirlpool baths, and moist packs etc.

• After going to the certain process of the treatment physical therapists go through your progress and suggest you more advanced exercises and treatment to make you fit and bring backs you to normal.

• So, at the end, after completing your whole treatment process, the therapists go through their panel of nurses, physicians, and social workers so that they can contribute their services even after discharging because they care about patient’s health.

• So, even after discharging they guarantee you a best treatment plan and exercises, even at home so that you won’t face any problem in your future. They also come to your home every week for a check-up, to know your progress.

• They also never compromise for security reasons, as they keep all the information of the patient very confidential. So, I think this could be the best job because you’re helping people in a lot of ways.

• Make sure that their clinic is clean all the time. So, that their patients would never suffer from any type of infections.

• Conducting seminars to create awareness about how to reduce your problems with simple treatments and exercises.

• Believing in a team effort and contributing best services in every aspect of the treatment.

Physical Therapist Requirements

Everyone must have these requirements to become a Physical Therapist.

Good knowledge of physiology, best-maintaining power, and promotion of health, creating safety measures, make surrounding environment Effective, motivating patients, Focusing on quality is must, good skills in clinical industry, high energy levels and can handle pressurized situations.

So, these are the steps you need to follow to become a physical therapist. All you need to have is as much as patience. Because you need to motivate all your patients and make them co-operative for the treatment.

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