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2020-2021 Student Handbook

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Profession Information

Occupational Outlook

The average starting wage for a physical therapist assistant ranges between $45,000 and $50,000 per year. Employment of physical therapist assistants is projected to grow 26% from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for physical therapy is expected to increase in response to the healthcare needs of an aging population and individuals with chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity.

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Benefits of a PTA Career

Make a Difference.
Be a Movement Expert.
Enjoy Job Security.
Love Your Job.
Choose Your Location.
Expand Your Skills.

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APTA

The mission of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is to build a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society.

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UPTA

The mission of the Utah Physical Therapy Association (UPTA) is to represent and promote the ethical practice of physical therapy and the profession’s role to physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, to other healthcare professionals, and to the general public through education, communication and advocacy.

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ChoosePT.com

Why physical therapy?

ChoosePT.com is the official consumer information website of the American Physical Therapy Association. Content is reviewed by subject matter experts within the APTA specialty sections and academies.

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Core Values for the Physical Therapist Assistant

These core values guide the behaviors of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to provide the highest quality of physical therapist services.