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Becoming A Therapist: Physical Therapy vs. Occupational Therapy
- 1. DPT (DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY) • Typically a 3-year program • 80 percent classroom/lab study • 20 percent clinical experience • Bachelor’s degree usually required • Some programs offer entry directly from high school Popular Specializations Educational Requirements HOW TO BECOME A THERAPIST Therapy careers are great opportunities! Are you still trying to decide whether to become a physical therapist or an occupational therapist? Learn the differences between the two professions, and the steps you need to take to reach your career goals. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST • Earn a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a relevant field such as biology, health science • Earn a master’s degree in a program approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) • Master’s programs usually take two years • 16 weeks of field work required in addition to classroom/lab study • Doctoral programs also available OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST • Eating and vision impairment • Geriatric • Mental health • Mobility • Pediatrics • Physical rehabilitation • Environmental modification for the disabled Licensing PHYSICAL THERAPY • Pass the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) • Can retake exam no more than three times per 12-month period • Meet additional requirements of your state board OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY • Pass the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam • Can retake exam after 45 days • Additional requirements vary from state to state Average Pay Job Outlook OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY 34%MEDIAN INCOME $85,790 27%MEDIAN INCOME $81,690 PHYSICAL THERAPY EXPECTED JOB GROWTH FROM 2014 TO 2024 This infographic is brought to you by Progressus Therapy, the nation’s leader in school-based therapy and early intervention programs and services for school districts and communities across the country. PHYSICAL THERAPIST • Cardiovascular/pulmonary • Clinical electrophysiology • Geriatrics • Neurology • Orthopedics • Pediatrics • Sports physical therapy • Women’s health WWW.PROGRESSUSTHERAPY.COM PHYSICAL THERAPIST • Consult with patients to assess needs • Develop and conduct treatment plans to improve motion and mobility • Teach patients how to do exercises • Keep patient records • Track patient progress • Develop in-home treatment, fitness and wellness plans Typical Job Duties OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST • Test and evaluate patient physical/mental abilities • Develop, oversee and conduct rehabilitation plans • Keep patient records • Track patient progress • Recommend changes to patient work and living environments • Provide guidance for patient care to families and caregivers Becoming A Therapist: PHYSICAL THERAPY VS. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY