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Physical Therapy Assistant Associate Degree
As the U.S. economy continues to add jobs in the health-care sector, employment of physical therapy assistants and aides is expected to increase much faster than the average for all occupations (according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). Physical therapy aides work under the supervision of a physical therapist. They keep the treatment area clean and organized and provide assistance for patients moving from one area to another. They also provide clerical support by ordering supplies, answering phones, and completing insurance forms. Physical therapy assistants tend to work more closely with physical therapists. Physical therapist assistants help patients with exercises, massages, electrical muscle stimulation, and may also apply ice packs or take ultrasounds. The assistant also records the patient's response to treatment and reports results to the physical therapist.
Although physical therapy aides often learn relevant skills on the job, physical therapy assistants typically have an associate degree--in fact, some states require physical therapy assistants to hold a physical therapy assistant associate degree. A physical therapy assistant associate degree typically lasts two years, and includes both academic and hands-on training. Academic coursework includes algebra, anatomy, physiology, biology, psychology, and chemistry. The more hands-on portion of the physical therapy assistant associate degree includes CPR certification and first-aid techniques.
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| Brown Mackie College | |
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 Brown Mackie College Schools can help you learn the skills you need for your career and future. We have many convenient locations across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, and we offer a unique one-course-a-month delivery format that's specifically tailored to fit into your busy lifestyle. Take advantage of small class sizes, flexible scheduling, an outstanding faculty, and financial aid for those who qualify. Choose from a range of diploma, certificate, associate's and bachelor's in the areas of Accounting and Business, Healthcare, Legal Studies, and Computer Technology.
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| Daymar Institute | |
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 Give your career a boost with Daymar Institute. We offer 20 different academic programs so you can earn your certificate, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in a variety of career fields, including medical, criminal justice, computer technology, business, and more. We have three convenient locations in Clarksville, Murfreesboro, and Nashville, Tennessee.
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