Physical Therapy
at Penn Foster
New Orleans Catalog
About
Physical Therapy Aide Program
Take the first steps towards a career in healthcare with Penn Foster's Physical Therapy Aide Career Diploma. Learn to help patients manage pain and rebuild movement after injuries, illness, and surgeries.
- Helps prepare you to work in a variety of settings including schools, clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, and sports medicine centers.
- Aids in the development of strong communication techniques, improving patient advocacy and understanding.
- Our online programs are flexible enough for you to finish them at a pace that works for you, based on how much time you can dedicate to your coursework each week.
Takes
5 Months
Costs
$800
Leads to
$99.7k careers
Example Career
Physical Therapists
Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.
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Entry
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Hourly Wage
$72,260
$99,710
$130,870
$34.74
$47.94
$62.92
Is this a career path I'll enjoy?
Graduates of Penn Foster’s Physical Therapy Aide Career Diploma can pursue roles as physical therapy aides in hospitals or rehabilitation centers, assisting therapists and patients. Entry-level wages typically range from $12 to $18 per hour.
What skills and credentials will I gain?
Credentials: Graduates earn a Career Diploma in Physical Therapy Aide.
Courses of Interest:
- Introduction to Physical Therapy
- Therapeutic Modalities
- Exercise Techniques
Admissions
At Penn Foster, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to receive a quality, affordable education. That’s why we created an open admissions policy that allows students to enroll in our online college, career school, or online high school at any time, from anywhere, and begin their lessons immediately. We have minimal admissions requirements, so there’s no waiting and no anxiety. Enrolling in a Penn Foster program is fast and easy. Get started on building a better future today.
Contact
Who do I contact?
Penn Foster
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