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To become a physical therapist in the US, you must graduate from an accredited PT program that results in either a master's or doctorate of PT (DPT). Most programs are set up so you complete a set of prerequisite courses during your first 3-4 years in college and then take the GRE and apply for the professional phase of the program which is usually another 3 years. Total education is designed to be completed in 6-7 years. After graduating, you must sit for a national licensure exam and apply for licensure in the state you wish to practice.
Here are some considerations:
1. Go to the APTA website at: http://www.apta.org to learn more about this career and get a list of accredited PT programs
2. Spend some time observing in a PT clinic (required for entry anyway)
3. Most programs are competitive entry...meaning just because you meet the minimum GPA and prerequisite courses does not guarantee admission. However, there are a few programs that have a "direct admit program" meaning you can be admitted as a freshman to the "pre-physical therapy program" and will be guaranteed admission as long as you maintain your GPA and follow the course load. One such example is Marquette University.
It is a very rewarding career.
Good luck!
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