How can you go beyond physical therapist's assistant without becoming a physical therapist?
Asked by placeforthejunk
I know you can get an associates degree to become a PTA and that to become a Physical Therapist you have to go many more years but is there an in between? Can you expand on your pta degree?

Best Answer:
First of all, if you become a PTA, there is no direct transition to a PT degree...none of the classes transfer or go towards your prerequistes...you must go back and complete the prerequisites like everyone else (for instance, PTA degree only requires high school level physics...the PT degree requires collegiate level physics). (Although there is a program in Ohio that does offer a program for PTAs to transition). Other than that, there is no "inbetween" degree between PTA and PT. Total time for completion for a PTA degree is usually 2years. PT degree is 6-7. Yet, many PTAs I know have "side jobs" becoming personal fitness trainers, certified aerobics instructors or massage therapists. These are certifications you can earn with relatively short training. This is another option to consider.
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Answered by mistify