Most of APTA's projections continue to show physical therapy as a growing profession, with unmet demand ranging from 606 to 26,696 PT full-time equivalents (FTEs) over the next 5 years depending on how many PTs leave the workforce. read more
Presently, approximately 72 percent of physical therapy assistants work in privately owned clinics or hospitals; whereas others work in rehabilitation units, home healthcare, or schools. In the coming years, physical therapists are predicted to rely more on PTAs, creating more job opportunities. read more
Physical therapy is not only critical to patient care, but makes a terrific career if you like to help people and appreciate the value of one-on-one interaction. According to the United States Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for physical therapists, assistants and aides is one of the highest among all professions. read more