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jackie
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how do i become a physiotherapist? HELP ME PLS
i live in canada and I am considering PT as a career choice but Idk where to start. So a little bit about me is that I'm taking a gap year to figure out what I want to do in life. Also how long does it take and is the time worthy? And their pay? Your answers will be greatly appreciated and if u could answer my other questions I would be very thankful. Pls help out a 18 year old. :)
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Md. Jakaria
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You must need a Science Background in Biology and Mathematics. Then you have to admit to a 4 years course of B. Sc in Physiotherapy.
It would be better if you admit, where patients are available to learn practically. Cause, you can earn the certificate by the course, but you have to learn physiotherapy practically. I would like to suggest you get admitted to Bangladesh. Many patients are here and you can be an expert. Also, Bangladesh is one of the top 3.
I could help you in this regard. Thank you.
It would be better if you admit, where patients are available to learn practically. Cause, you can earn the certificate by the course, but you have to learn physiotherapy practically. I would like to suggest you get admitted to Bangladesh. Many patients are here and you can be an expert. Also, Bangladesh is one of the top 3.
I could help you in this regard. Thank you.
this was really helpful thank you I am going to take BS but the school I'm going to doesn't have BS in physiotherapy any suggestions on what classes to take for PT? I've done my own research and it says that after BS I need to do my masters in PT but to prepare me for that what subjects should I focus more on?
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For physiotherapy (also known as Physical Therapy) you will need to go to university in order to get a degree in physiotherapy and afterwards you will need to have supervised practical training. Then you will need to acquire your license in order to practice physiotherapy. The amount of time that it takes overall will vary depending on what university you go to, where you choose to get a license, etc. Typically, most university degrees (up to the bachelor's level) will take up to 4 years in order to accomplish and any higher forms of education will take 2+ more years.
There are also some prerequisites that you will need to meet in order to get to study physiotherapy (can differ depending on university) but for most you will need to:
1. Have a C in math, biology, and English in high school
2. Have current medical immunization
3. First Aid and CPR certification
4. IELTS English proficiency exams with a score above 6.5 or above
5. May include study application and cover letter
The pay for physical therapy (information from Glassdoor https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/canada-physical-therapist-salary-SRCH_IL.0,6_IN3_KO7,25.htm) is around $80,000 to $96,000. However, this pay will be for those experienced in the field. Newcomers will most likely pay less.
Overall, I think it is a good occupation with great pay. Though, you will most likely want to research this field to see if it is something that you really want to do. Research videos on Physical Therapy online and try to find any workers that are in the field to ask them questions. These resources can get you further insights into whether or not you want to get into this field.
There are also some prerequisites that you will need to meet in order to get to study physiotherapy (can differ depending on university) but for most you will need to:
1. Have a C in math, biology, and English in high school
2. Have current medical immunization
3. First Aid and CPR certification
4. IELTS English proficiency exams with a score above 6.5 or above
5. May include study application and cover letter
The pay for physical therapy (information from Glassdoor https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/canada-physical-therapist-salary-SRCH_IL.0,6_IN3_KO7,25.htm) is around $80,000 to $96,000. However, this pay will be for those experienced in the field. Newcomers will most likely pay less.
Overall, I think it is a good occupation with great pay. Though, you will most likely want to research this field to see if it is something that you really want to do. Research videos on Physical Therapy online and try to find any workers that are in the field to ask them questions. These resources can get you further insights into whether or not you want to get into this field.