The minimum requirement today for a physical therapist is a master's degree, and it may soon change to a doctorate. Those who pursue a career in this field come form a variety of educational backgrounds and fields particular to their bachelor's degree. The critical issue at The Bachelor's level is to complete all the prerequisite coursework. Students should have a strong foundation is the following.
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Just apply, there are really no pre requirements for kinesiology or physical therapy, you learn all of that at the college you choose.
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After high school (if you start college right away) it should take about 4 years to become a physical therapist.
no u have to go to college!!
8 years
If you went through all that schooling, time, and expense, I would assume you would want to be a physical therapist. However, with a doctorate you can choose to teach at a college or university in the area you were trained in.
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.
No. Pre PT does not equal PT.
Becoming a physical therapist assistant is an easier career path than most medical jobs. You could probably get your certificate at a close community college, I would call the college closest to where you live, or look on their website. You could also check Monster Jobs.