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To become a physical therapist assistant how long do you have to go to college?
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∙ 11y ago
It depends on the state, so should you check your state's specific requirements. However, most states require you to pass an accredited physical therapist's assistant program in which you earn an associate's degree. Depending on the state, this should take 1-2 years. Some states also require you to apply for and receive a license or to take an exam.
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∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 11y agoIt is typically an associates degree. Two years.. & I think that you have to complete general ed classes before you enter a PTA program.
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How many years of college does it take to become a physical therapist's assistant?
2
How do I train as a physical therapist assistant?
To become a physical therapist assistant, you are required to have an associate degree in physical therapist assisting. Licencing requirements vary from state to state.
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.
Do you have to enroll in a PTA program to become a PTA or could you go to a regular college to get your degree?
Most physical therapist assistants earn an associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Some States require licensing for physical therapist assistants. There are a number of community colleges that offer the associate of applied science degree (AAS) as a physical therapy assistant. Remember, the AAS degree in this field is basically a terminal degree.
If you get certified as a physical therapist assistant by attending a two year program what will it take to be come a physical therapist?
you will need to get a bachelor's in either exercise physiology or biology/pre med before you start PT school. then you will need to get your doctorate in physical therapy and then take the boards to get your license. think 5 more years of college AFTER you become an assistant (2 yr degree).
What advancement opportunities does a physical therapist have?
physical therapist assistant
After high school how long does it take to be a physical therapist?
After high school (if you start college right away) it should take about 4 years to become a physical therapist.
How long would you have to go to college if you want to become a full time physical therapist?
8 years
Can a physical therapy aide become a physical therapy assistant?
The correct term is physical therapist assistant and you must have a license. No such term as an assistant physical therapist. To be a p.t.a. you must earn your applied science associate degree (2 year) from an accredited college ( [http://www.apta.org www.apta.org] will show you colleges) and pass your boards. Below a p.t.a is a physical therapy aide (usually in nursing home "unskilled" on the job training), as physical therapy technicians are no longer legal due to "abusing" them (cheaper without a license). P.ta.'s work under the supervision of a physical therapist. Good pay for short amount of school however you are limited to that job specifically as it is a "technical" job and not really any easily accessible bridging programs (unless you live in Ohio or California) to become a physical therapist if you so want to later.
Do you ned a masters degee to become a physical therapist?
a physical therapist must have a doctorate now
What are the classes you have to take in order to become an occupation therapist assistant?
To become an occupational therapy assistant, you will take courses in anatomy.
What you need to do to be a physical therapist?
A lot of school, love of helping others, and hard work. I'm currently in college majoring in Exercise Science. I'll need a Master's/ Doctoral Degree to become a Physical Therapist.
