Notes on employment for Physical therapist assistants

  • Employment in the occupation is projected to increase much faster than the average, reflecting the growing number of individuals with disabilities or limited function and the increasing use of physical therapist assistants to reduce the cost of therapeutic services.
  • Physical therapist assistants generally have an associate degree, but physical therapist aides usually learn skills on the job.
  • Almost three-fourths of all jobs were in hospitals or offices of physical therapists.



More information on Physical therapist assistants from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Physical therapist assistants occupation
Number of Physical therapist assistants in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Physical therapist assistants
Working conditions for Physical therapist assistants
Significant points for Physical therapist assistants
Training requirements for Physical therapist assistants



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