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What courses must you take in order to obtain a bachelor's degree in physical therapy?
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Where can I inquire anything about physical therapy schools online?
While physical therapy courses are available online, the requirements include already having traditional training courses completed. Some of these courses also require already having obtained a bachelors degree.
Do you have to take your basics in collage to start the physical therapy course or can you go straight into the physical therapy course?
You must obtain a bachelors degree and take prerequisite coursework prior to applying for physical therapy school, which is now generally a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Physical Therapist Assistants are a 2 year associates degree which may be commenced after high school.
What is a Postbaccalaureate?
These are courses you complete after receiving a bachelors degree. They may be courses you need for another profession and are not part of a degree program, such as toward another bachelors degree, or a masters. An example is the year of courses one can take to obtain a secondary education certificate after having a bachelors in English.
Are any classes transferable to physical therapy from a education degree?
It depends on which level you are referring to (physical therapy assistant or physical therapist). The general education courses required for a physical therapy assistant should be usable. However, the minimum educational requirement for a physical therapist at present is a master's degree in physical therapy, and that may soon change to a doctorate for entry level. This means you must complete a bachelor's degree with all prerequisite coursework satisfied.
Are any classes transferable to physical therapy from an education degree?
It depends on which level you are referring to (physical therapy assistant or physical therapist). The general education courses required for a physical therapy assistant should be usable. However, the minimum educational requirement for a physical therapist at present is a master's degree in physical therapy, and that may soon change to a doctorate for entry level. This means you must complete a bachelor's degree with all prerequisite coursework satisfied.
Can i get a Batchelor's Degree in massage therapy?
Yeah you can get bachelors degree in massage therapy. First decide in which discipline you want to get bachelors degree. Many popular universities offering degree programs in Massage therapy including diploma programs, certification course, associate's degree, master degree..etc. Choose the best Degree programs for you.
Can you become a occupational therapist with an associate degree?
A physical therapy assistant is typically at the associate degree level. At present the minimum degree requirement for a physical therapist is a master's degree, and soon to become a doctorate.
Does a Masters in Music Therapy require a bachelors in Music therapy?
Normally graduate degrees do not require undergraduate degrees in the same subject. However, you may have to take some specific undergraduate courses while pursuing your masters degree.
How many years in college to get a child therapy degree?
You can get away with a bachelors but a masters in psychology specializing in child therapy is recommended
How do you become a Physical Therapy Assistant with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies?
In most States, physical therapist assistants are required by law to hold an associate degree. You would have to research colleges that offer the program and complete all the requirements of that program. Some courses from your bachelor's degree will apply to the associate degree in physical therapy assisting. These might include English composition, humanities and social science electives, etc.
Do you have to have a degree to be a physical therapy assistant?
Yes, you need to have a degree to be a physical therapy assistant. The only other alternative would be to shadow a physical therapist on your path to earning your own degree.
If you already have an RN degree can you get a degree in physical therapy any quicker?
If you completed the RN program at an accredited college or university it will not be like starting over. However, once you start the professional phase of the program (because of the sequential nature of the courses) it will still be the same time. Understand at this time there is no longer a bachelors degree for the purpose of become a physical therapist. Some institutions may still have a masters in this field however it will soon - if not already - be a doctorate.
