The average annual wage of the occupations is $100,440 and $48 per hour. 2 vocational programs could be taken for the Physical Therapists career. Based on BLS data, a total of 240,820 employees were employed in the Occupation.
The following 2 vocational programs are required or helpful to prepare Physical Therapists.
The tuition, program length, and completion time program information is average amounts over all schools that offer each program. This information is only for vocational programs (i.e. certificate programs) and not for bachelor's or graduate degrees.
| Program Name | Number of Schools | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Lengths | Avg. Completion Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | 2 | $35,258 | - | - | - |
| Kinesiotherapy/Kinesiotherapist | 1 | $19,028 | - | - | - |
The following 18 occupations are related to Physical Therapists.
| Occupation | Total Employees | Annual Wages | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapists | 145K | $96,790 | $47 |
| Radiation Therapists | 16,640 | $104,420 | $50 |
| Recreational Therapists | 15,540 | $60,910 | $29 |
| Respiratory Therapists | 130K | $80,340 | $39 |
| Registered Nurses | 3,175K | $94,480 | $45 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 280K | $128,490 | $62 |
| Cardiologists | 15,190 | $423,250 | $203 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | 35,100 | $306,640 | $147 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | 112K | $240,790 | $116 |
| Psychiatrists | 24,830 | $256,930 | $124 |
| Physicians, All Other | 310K | $248,640 | $120 |
| Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | 14,820 | $378,250 | $182 |
| Pediatric Surgeons | 1,180 | $449,320 | $216 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | 116K | $43,650 | $21 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | 46,090 | $68,170 | $33 |
| Occupational Therapy Aides | 4,430 | $42,060 | $20 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | 104K | $65,860 | $32 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | 42,390 | $34,810 | $17 |
The following 3 schools offer the vocational programs and certificate courses for preparing Physical Therapists. The list includes some 4-year colleges that have certificate or associate programs for the career.