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Nursing Into Physical Therapy? Good Option?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on March 1, 2010
I’ve been thinking about both professions and I really like both of them. I just want to know If i do go for a Bach. for nursing and perhaps try to apply for a grad school for physical therapy would be a good choice like a possible career path? I know I would need to take a couple of extra courses they require to be a PT but I would do it if I had to. I’m not sure but I would just get feedback on this.
Does A Prestigious Premedical School Give You Leeway Into Med School If You Don’t Have The Grades?
I attend a small liberal arts college known for high acceptance rates into medical school however I am not doing exceptionally well, which is what is required for med school. It is extremely expensive and I am paying for my own education. I have the option of transferring to a school with a lot more career oriented options such as physical and occupational therapy and other health professions. From there I would like to pursue a career then apply to med school. Is it really worth it to stay at a school were my gpa is ok and has the potential of getting worse in comparison to somewhere cheaper where I know I can maintain a better one? Should i salvage my gpa while I can?
Is Physical Therapist A Good Career To Get Into?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on February 12, 2010
Im still in highschool. Ill be graduating next year, and was wondering what all will I need to know when I go for physical Therapy? Is it a good paying job + is it something id wanna go for or will i be miserable? Also, how many years would I go for it when I go to college, and other stuff i might need to know? thanks!!
How Hard Is It To Get Into A Physical Therapy School? Is It Like Med School??
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on February 9, 2010
Looking to become a licensed PT after graduating college. I’m getting ready to start my freshman yr. of college and i was going to enter the Pre-Physical Therapy program at my college… what is the difference in Med School and PT school? Eventually my career goal is to become a PT or an Ortho Surgeon and I want to work with a college team… any suggestions/comments would be appreciated!! Thanks in advance!
What Is Good Career For Me To Go Into? I’m Deciding Between Becoming A Physical Therapist….?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on February 7, 2010
What is good career for me to go into? I’m deciding between becoming a physical therapist, occupational therapist, and physician’s assistant. Does anyone know if getting a masters in physical therapy would be sufficient or is a doctorate going to be required soon? Is going into the health field a bad idea with the potential universal health care?
Thank you!
Life/career Change- Need Advice, Please. Should I Venture Into A Small Business Or Go Back To School For Pt?
I am 43 yrs. old. I have a BA in Linguistics and a Masters in Special Education. I have worked in the school system for 10 yrs. in the field of Special Ed. and am completely burnt out…too much paperwork and politics. I need to earn a living, but can not see myself teaching long term. I had thought of doing some type of small business (health products, maybe) but don’t know where to start. Also have considered returning to college to get a degree in physical therapy or the like. But, I do not really want to spend the time and money getting another degree. I am a natural writer …but not sure if that can sustain me in the present. Any suggestions or helpful advice….thanks in advance for your comments!
How Are My Chances For Getting Into Purdue’s Pre-physical Therapy Program?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on February 4, 2010
Im a junior with a 3.2 GPA. I have 150 service learning hours(i dont know, maybe colleges look at that) & i’ve been on varsity soccer my entire high school career. I would like to major in pre-physical therapy at Purdue. I know I still need to take the sat/act, but as of now, how are my chances looking for getting into Purdue?
Will I Ever Be Able To Go Back Into Heavy Exercising?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on January 27, 2010
I was injured in car accidents. In one accident I think I was knocked out, and began to vomit profusely. I had to be observed. I don’t even remember my head hitting the dash, as was evidenced by the red mark on my face. Now years later the injuries can be seen, so far they can only see 2 degenerated discs, I have found that osteo arthritis can take at least 10 years to develop, I have also been told I have arthritis, scar tissue, and at one time been told I can’t exercise because it could flare up my muscles; I suspect that the discs and scar tissues are flaring up the muscles, nerves, ligaments, tendons. The pain is up and down my spine, neck vertebrae, and causes headaches. I am being referred to physical therapy and pain management clinic and having a follow up with my doctor.
Those times when I exercise these days, it seems to make it worse, and so does the weather. But there were times I exercised in certain periods over the years and felt fairly good….
Is Physical Therapy A Good Career To Get Into?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on January 26, 2010
Physical therapy is a job that recently was rated one of the top three most satisfying careers, according to a University of Chicago survey.
The bureau of labor and statistics lists the job to grow “much faster than average”.
Although PTs are rarely considered “wealthy,” they tend to make a comfortable salary with good benefits…especially if you work for a healthcare organization.
Career Change Into Physical Therapy?
Posted by admin in Careers in PT on January 21, 2010
I will be getting my B.A. in public health…and I’ve been looking at physical therapy. What is difference between a PT and a DPT? Also…there are many DPT-entry programs for those who already have a bachelor’s degree…is this program worth 3 years or is getting masters just as good?