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Certified Physical Therapy Aide (Voucher Included)

Learn foundational physical therapy principles, medical terminology, tasks, and responsibilities needed to work as a certified physical therapy aide.

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$2,145.00 (USD)

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What kind of salary can I expect as a physical therapy aide?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average physical therapy aide salary is $34,810, with the highest 10% earning more than $43,980. This is especially true in high demands states like California, Texas, New York, and New Jersey.

What is the difference between a physical therapy aide and an assistant?

The Southern California Health Institute (SOCHi) states that the main difference between these two positions (physical therapy assistant vs. physical therapy aide) is the level of treatment provided to patients. A physical therapy aide does not directly engage in patient treatment but instead supports the physical therapist and assistant by performing clerical duties and preparing equipment, among other tasks. Qualifications for becoming a physical therapy aide include procuring a physical therapy aide certification.

On the other hand, the physical therapy assistant has a more hands-on role, helping implement patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist—requiring a higher level of education and commanding a higher salary than aides.

What is a physical therapy aide?

Physical therapy aides are any support personnel who perform designated tasks related to the operation of the physical therapy service. In fact, WebPT.com states that these tasks are activities that do not require the clinical decision-making of the physical therapist or the clinical problem-solving of the physical therapist assistant.

What do physical therapy aides do?

According to the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), a physical therapy aide works under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain with tasks that are indirectly related to patient care, such as cleaning and setting up the treatment area, moving patients and performing clerical duties.

Physical therapy aides typically do the following:

  • Clean treatment areas and set up therapy equipment
  • Wash linens
  • Help patients move to or from a therapy area
  • Do clerical tasks, such as answering phones and scheduling patients
  • Gait training
  • Prepare patient transport

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes. Our physical therapy aide certification course prepares you for the Physical Therapy Technician/Aide Certification (PTTC) through the American Medical Certification Association AMCA.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive nine (9) months to complete the course.

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