The Health Science Pre-Physical Therapy (Pre-Clinical) undergraduate degree program
is a prerequisite program that prepares students for admission to graduate/professional
physical therapy programs.
Health Science, Pre-Physical Therapy, B.S.
In this program, students aim to enter the field of physical therapy, where they will
be involved in evaluating and treating individuals with movement disorders, disabilities,
and injuries resulting from various factors, including musculoskeletal, neurological,
cardiovascular conditions, and the natural aging process.
The School of Allied Health Sciences offers the pre-physical therapy concentration
degree, a course of study that leads to the Bachelor of Science Health science. This
health science curriculum is crafted to produce graduates capable of demonstrating
and exhibiting the qualities and characteristics that identify them as desirable future
healthcare professionals.
Physical therapists treat individuals of all ages (across the lifespan) restoring
function and promoting independence.
What is physical therapy?
Physical therapists aid people who are experiencing pain or discomfort caused by injuries,
illnesses, or surgeries.
They then develop and monitor customized treatment plans that help their patients
recover and improve their quality of life.
Florida has the 4th highest employment rate for physical therapists in the United
States.
Physical Therapy Careers
Physical therapists work in a wide span of environments, ranging from hospitals to
private clinics to schools.Physical therapy is a profession with many career options. Physical therapists can work in:
• Acute Care • Rehabilitation Hospital • Outpatient Clinic • Preschool/School • Sports/Fitness • Home Health • Hospice • Women's Health
In addition to education and region, factors such as specialty, industry, and employer
also influence physical therapists' salaries.
Physical Therapy Employment Expectations
The states with the highest employment rates for physical therapists are:
California
New York
Texas and,
Florida
being a physical therapist requires hands-on, individualized patient care.
Q: What is a PT's work schedule like? A: Most PTs work full-time. They typically work a regular workweek, but some may work
nights, weekends, or holidays.
Q: What are some other jobs i can acquire with a PT degree? A: Those interested in becoming physical therapists might also consider careers as athletic
trainers, occupational therapists, or chiropractors.
Q: What is the work environment like for a physical therapist? A: Physical therapists usually have quite busy work days. They spend much of their time
on their feet and moving around. They are also sometimes required to lift and move
patients.
Are you thinking about pursuing a career in physical therapy? Our program prepares
students to become highly-trained physical therapists.
If you are thinking of majoring in physical therapy, consider what some of our own
Rattlers had to say about FAMU's pre-physical therapy program, what inspired them,
and why they chose physical therapy as a career.
I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life when I was a kid, but I always knew
I wanted to help others. As a junior in high school, I interned at a PT clinic directed
by a family friend. After my first day of observations, I was hooked. Aside from learning
about the resilience of the human body, I was captivated by the stories of each unique
patient. As a student in the PPT program, I can continue to learn, grow, and hone
my skills to one day help people recover and enjoy pain-free lives.
In high school, I was inspired by my own physical therapist after suffering a sports-related
injury. I fell in love with the environment and knew that I wanted to pursue a career
in physical therapy. The pre-physical therapy program at FAMU is helping me realize
that dream. As a graduating senior, I am confident that I have accumulated the skills
necessary for a successful career in physical therapy.
From a young age, I knew I wanted to work in healthcare so I could help people feel
better. Following my graduation from FAMU's pre-physical therapy program, I have been
able to accomplish that and more. Now, as the owner of a private practice clinic,
I enjoy empowering patients and helping them improve their quality of life. There's
nothing more rewarding than positively changing someone's life every day that I report
to work.
