:: Physical Therapy Courses
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Associate - Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
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 Sonoma College
Program: PTA's help provide physical therapy treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Physical therapy treatments are designed to help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. PTA's practice in hospitals, clinics, private offices, homes and schools.
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Industry Description
A love of people and a desire to help them live in the highest quality of life they can achieve is characteristic of physical therapists. If this sounds like you, then a career in physical therapy may be the perfect for you. You may wonder how it is possible for you to enter this rewarding and exciting career, but it has never been easier to accomplish your goals of becoming a physical therapist than today. Advancements and innovations in education have made it possible for people from all walks and stages of life to achieve their educational dreams. High school graduates, parents returning to the workforce or working professionals will all find alternatives that will work to help get your degree in physical therapy. Online study, distance learning, modular and online classes combine to give you more options than ever before.
You can rest assured that no matter which method you chose for your education, the highest quality instructors and professionals in the physical therapy field will guide you through your course work and practical experience training. Included in the course requirements are elements of biology, chemistry, psychology, mathematics and physics. These provide the student with a broad base of knowledge which will help them to appreciate both the physiological and psychological ramifications of physical therapy on their patients. Once you complete your studies in physical therapy, you will head into the workplace confident and prepared for an entry level position with hospitals, rehabilitation centers, sports teams or sporting facilities. Don’t wait. Make your career dream a reality today!
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