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Physical Therapist Aides

Education

Most physical therapy aides are trained on the job, while almost all physical therapist assistants earn an associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program. Most states require licensing for physical therapist assistants.

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Rehabilitation Aide. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $2,578.00 per year

Certifications or Licenses

Licensing is not required to practice as a physical therapy aide. However, most states regulate physical therapist assistants through licensure, registration or certification. Most states require ...

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General Qualifications

Physical therapist assistants and aides should be well-organized, detail-oriented and caring. They should be able to take direction and work well in a team situation. They usually have strong inte...

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Knowledge

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • English Language
  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Psychology
  • Public Safety and Security

Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
Kansas City Kansas Community C...
11,244
Cloud County Community College
4,997
Fort Scott Community College
3,407
Garden City Community College
3,268
Colby Community College
2,192
Salina Area Technical College
690
Citi College of Allied Health
376