Careers
By Laura Inverarity, D.O., About.com Guide to Physical Therapy
The field of physical therapy is exciting and fulfilling. Each day is completely different than the day before, making this career anything but boring. Physical therapists work with a wide variety of patients, as well as in a multitude of settings. The pathway to becoming a physical therapists is often challenging, but the outcome is well worth the work.
Exploring the Field
Choosing a career can be a daunting task. However, if you like the medical topics and working with people, a job in physical therapy may be an excellent choice for you. Physical therapy is a health care specialty involved with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. To practice physical therapy, you must be a licensed physical therapist.
Education
To become a physical therapist, you first have to complete a graduate degree in physical therapy and then pass a state licensing exam. Presently, there are both Master's and Doctorate physical therapy programs. Though it is hard work, the benefits after graduation make it well worth the time spent in training.
