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How long does a physical therapist go to school?

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Some physical therapists continue their studies after the doctorate program in a physical therapy residency or fellowship. A residency program may take up to a year to complete and allow the therapist to focus on a specific area in the field. read more

So in addition to the 4 years you spend completing an undergraduate degree, you’ll also spend about 3 years at a DPT program, totaling 7 years of college education to become a physical therapist. Yes, the process to become a physical therapist is long, but worth it. read more

Physical therapist assistant programs are accredited by the Commission of Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, or CAPTE. You must graduate from an accredited program to qualify to take the national PTA licensing exam, required in most states. read more