Students looking to start a career in physical therapy can begin with a physical therapy aide career diploma at Penn Foster Career School. Having a physical therapy aide degree is the first step in becoming a fully licensed physical therapist. Requirements for this degree include classes in medical terminology, physical disorders, body systems, mobility training, treatments, workplace safety and customer service in physical therapy. Enrollment is open to anyone with a high school diploma or GED and online classes begin immediately. This online degree program follows the pace of the user. Once the student completes a session and passes the exam, a new session opens for the student to learn. The physical therapy aide degree can be earned in anywhere from a few months to two years, depending on the pace of the student completing the courses. This degree is a stepping stone to a bachelor's or master's degree in physical therapy.
Penn Foster Career School
925 Oak Street
Scranton, PA 18515
800-275-4410
pennfoster.edu
Boston University offers an online transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree. To become a licensed physical therapist, students must obtain a master's degree. Boston University designed the transitional doctorate of physical therapy degree for professional physical therapists who already work in the field and want to get a terminal degree in the field by obtaining a doctorate. Boston University Sargent College offers a complete online program with the same course offerings as the in-person program for all licensed physical therapists. Students complete the 16-month program completely online.
Boston University
One Silber Way
Boston, MA 02215
866-232-0232
dptdegree.com
Practicing physical therapists who are already at the master's degree level can earn a transitional doctorate in physical therapy online. Depending on the current level of education possessed by the prospective student, a student may need to take various classes including pharmacology, general wellness, health care and gender, and radiology. Participating in this program requires online sessions with instructors and other students in the form of chat sessions, forums, and email. Earning a doctorate in physical therapy online opens the door for more competitive jobs in adult care, hospitals, schools, nursing homes, private care, medical facilities, private practices and rehabilitation facilities.
Arizona School of Health Sciences
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206
877-895-9751
atsu.edu