Physical Therapy School Requirements

Are you interested in becoming a Physical Therapist (PT)? You are at the right place. The requirement to become a physical therapist requirements can vary by each state. We have gathered these requirements and organized them by state so that it it is easy for you to

We will go over the requirements in details and cover information such as

 

  • The programs / courses you have to take
  • Any exams you must clear.
  • Licence requirements.
  • Cost of the programs
  • Salary and employment data for PT in that state.

Physical Therapist Requirements by State

In most cases, you will have to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination or an equivalent state administered exam. Some states also require continuing education for one to maintain their license. The licenses are issues by a state association or board. Most state boards require you to obtain a license from them to practice in the state.

In order to practice as a Physical Therapist in United States you must meet these tow main requirements:

  • Earn a PT degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited physical therapist education program
  • Meet the state licensure requirements.

 

Career Outlook Salary for Physical Therapists

Based on the data released by BLS in 2012, Physical Therapist make a mean salary of $81,110. There are over 190K people employed in this profession. The demand for Physical therapists is expected to grow by 39% from 2010 to 2012. This increase will be driven primarily from the aging population in US