Physical Therapy Assistant
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade. Basic subjects in biology and physical education are beneficial.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in any stream, preferably with coursework in biology, health sciences, or physical education.
- Vocational Training: Completion of a certified Physical Therapy Assistant training program.
ENTRANCE TESTS
- Institution-specific entrance exams assessing knowledge in biology, anatomy, and health sciences.
- Certification exams for Physical Therapy Assistants, such as the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for PTAs.
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Vocational Courses:
- Diploma in Physical Therapy Assistant
- Certificate Course in Physical Therapy Assistant
- Degree Courses:
- Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant
- Postgraduate Courses:
- Specialized Certification in areas such as Orthopedics, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, or Neurology.
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Hospitals: Assisting in patient rehabilitation and mobility improvement.
- Rehabilitation Centers: Helping patients recover from surgeries or injuries.
- Outpatient Clinics: Providing therapy for patients with various physical ailments.
- Nursing Homes: Supporting elderly patients with mobility and strength exercises.
- Sports Facilities: Assisting athletes in injury recovery and prevention.
- Home Healthcare Services: Offering therapy to patients in their homes.