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Updated 1 hour ago

PTA Laws & Regs Jurisprudence Exam for Florida - 156 Replies

[QUOTE who="Jeremiah Fredrick in Florida"]I believe the laws test is less "tricky" in comparison to the PTA exam for a number of reasons. As I...

grenae67

Updated 5 hours ago

What is the future of home health? - 10 Replies

I have a question for an experienced home health PTA. I have 8 years experience as a PTA which 3 years has been spent in home health. I have been...

kay100

Updated 1 day ago

Physical Therapist Assistant- is it a waste of time or a good career? - 1027 Replies

[QUOTE who="mego in Brooklyn, New York"]Hi all, This is a great forum. I've been working in media for the past seven years and have been...

MsMisha in Canton, Michigan

Updated 5 days ago

First Semester - 7 Replies

I just got the outstanding news that I got accepted into the SSC PTA program! I want to get started studying so I can get a jump start and maybe help...

MsMisha in Canton, Michigan

Updated 5 days ago

Home Health 6th Visit Supervision - 1 Reply

Hi. I just started as a home health PTA. Hoping someone can tell me how 6th visits are done in home health. I have researched online and not found...

J33 in Florida

Updated 5 days ago

PTA life? - 1 Reply

I don't know if there is already a disscussion on this, but I couldn't find one and would like some Physical Therapist Assistants to chime in here....

David in San Francisco, California

Updated 5 days ago

PTA & Lymphedema, Wound Management, Pre/Post Op, Integumentary specialty? - 3 Replies

I've been an Aesthetician for 12 years and for the past 2 years I've been studying MLD. I'm amazed by the results and would love to work with...

Ana Jones in Gaithersburg

Updated 5 days ago

BA in Exercise Science for PTA? - 56 Replies

Hello, I am about a year out from graduating with a bachelors degree in exercise science (pre-pt). I decided not to go into PT postgrad, and am...

caligirl in Richmond, California

Updated 8 days ago

Carrington College PTA program - 111 Replies

I would like anybody and everybody's option. There is a PTA program the Carrington College formally known as Western Career College and they are...

PTAOTAStudent2013 in Newfoundland

Updated 9 days ago

Has anyone worked with PT/PTA co-workers who have physical disabilities themselves? - 5 Replies

I would like some feedback on this. Does anyone work/have worked with PT/PTA who have minor physical disabilities? For instance, minor Cerbral...

N in Newark, California

Updated 9 days ago

PTAs! What school did you graduate from and how long did it take you to find a job? - 5 Replies

Did you attend a private school or community college? Do you like where you work? Do you work in OP, SNF, HH? I am in northern California and I...

N in Newark, California

Updated 9 days ago

Which PTA schools should I apply to this Fall/Spring? - 3 Replies

Hi everyone! I am 22 years old and currently a student finishing up my last semester toward a B.S. in Kinesiology/Pre-PT. I am hoping to apply to PTA...

N in Newark, California

Updated 9 days ago

Can a PT Aide challenge the PTA boards? - 9 Replies

I have been an aide for about 5 years in N.Cailifornia. Can I challenge the PTA boards? Where can I find some information about this, any help reaaly...

N in Newark, California

Updated 9 days ago

Concorde Career College PTA program (San Diego) - 1 Reply

Good evening. I am in the application process and would love any and all feedback from current PTA students at Concorde in San Diego.

N in Newark, California

Updated 9 days ago

PTA Programs in California - 62 Replies

Hi. I'm looking into the programs in California and wondering what are your ratings/reviews of the programs from San Diego Mesa, Loma Linda, Ohlone...

Arizona Grad in Tucson, Arizona

Updated 9 days ago

Questions for Physical Therapist Assistants, please help me decide if this career is right for me. - 327 Replies

I am trying to decide if I want to go into the PTA program. I am an LPN at the moment and am not entirely happy with my career choice. No matter...

Gracey in Tustin, California

Updated 11 days ago

Concorde career college PTA Program (North Hollywood campus) - 239 Replies

Hi, I was wondering if any of you PTA students are actually in the North Hollywood Campus taking the actual course right now. Would like to know how...

Hex

Updated 12 days ago

Salary for full time home health PTA (TX) - 153 Replies

Hello. I am a PTA with 18 yrs experience currently working in hospital outpatient clinic. I am looking at a local private home health company to go...

Eastman in Roanoke, Virginia

ECPI Richmond PTA program

Hello...can anyone tell me anything about this program at ECPI Richmond? I'm thinking of applying there. I am aware community colleges are less...

James in Racine, Wisconsin

Updated 14 days ago

RC3-11 - 21 Replies

Hello, I'm a newbie in the Physical Therapy Assistant feild. Can some enlighten me on what the RC3-11 dabate means? I noticed it's been mentioned a...

marioplayhrd in New Haven, Connecticut

PTA SCHOOL AT NVCC

Hello everyone, I am still finishing up biology, anatomy, and chemistry then this September i can apply to the Physical Therapy Assistant program at...

Roman in Secaucus, New Jersey

Updated 17 days ago

Home Health opportunities in NY state for PTA? - 1 Reply

I'm from NJ and there is not Home Care here for PTA. So I'm thinking of doing it in NYC. Anyone here know agencies that do that? How good is the pay...

jusnicpen in Virginia

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) vs Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Hi everyone! I'm in my first year of college and after crossing pharmacist off my list I'm down to my final two potential future careers. Could...

therapist 562 in Los Angeles, California

Updated 17 days ago

Cerritos college PTA acceptance? - 47 Replies

Hello!!! I applied this year for the PTA program that will start in the fall 12. I was wondering if anyone else has applied there and if they have...

jrmavc in you'll never know, California

Updated 20 days ago

PTA School Difficulty - 37 Replies

I want to know exactly how challenging is PTA school? I work full time on third shift so my days are open to attend classes, but are the classes so...

gsudesh02 in Cockeysville, Maryland

Updated 20 days ago

Visa requirement For PTA - 2 Replies

Can PTA get H1B visa or is there any other type of visa to work as a PTA in USA.

Merlin777 in Miami, Florida

Updated 21 days ago

Which state is the MOST oversaturated with PTAs already? - 2 Replies

What are some of the worst ones?

Maggie in Troy, Michigan

Updated 25 days ago

how's the math in pta program? - 17 Replies

hello everyone im new to this forum, i going back to school to pursue a career in physical therapy assistant. im 40 years old and i've been out of...

jrmavc in you'll never know, California

Updated 26 days ago

Becoming a PTA with carpal tunnel - 1 Reply

I am 38 and have just applied to a PTA school. The only concern I have is the fact that I have carpal tunnel. It has not yet affected my grip...

kay100 in ny, New York

Updated 26 days ago

physical therapist assistants can do freelance jobs? - 2 Replies

I'M thinking of becoming a PTA ,but my ultimate goal is to work independently (contractor, in-home care ,etc).Would that be possible in a career as a...

MsMisha in Canton, Michigan

Updated 27 days ago

physical therapy aide - 153 Replies

Hi, I was applying to medical receptionist postions and one called and offered me a physical therapy aide job if I was interested in learning about...

med homas in sche, North Carolina

Updated 27 days ago

International students and PTA - 2 Replies

Hi, I am a PTA student in NJ and my question is if one of you guys is an international student and got a job as a PTA. Im interested how that works,...

Cindy in Florida

Updated 27 days ago

Insight from thoses in the PTA program - 99 Replies

It's always nice to hear from those who are already in the field and it gives me great motivation to work hard. But, I would like to hear from those...

Bobbie in Ocala, Florida

Updated 1 month ago

PTA versus OTA - 66 Replies

After a few years getting the prereq's out of the way I didn't get in to PTA school because too many people applied. I'm considering looking into...

jrmavc in you'll never know, California

Updated 1 month ago

PTA salaries nationwide - 460 Replies

Hi, I've been working as a PTA for 11 years and i'm currently making $32.50/hr working in an outpatient physical therapy office with minimal...

kurtis chapaman in Illinois

Updated 1 month ago

Why so little opportunity for PTAs to pursue the DPT? - 76 Replies

Just wondering what the rationale is. It only seems logical to allow PTAs, people who have experience in the field, advance over others that have...

jrmavc in you'll never know, California

Updated 1 month ago

PTA exam partner in NY - 2 Replies

I am looking for a study partner for the PTA exam in NY. Please let me know if any one is interested. Thx!

jadaathome in Bronx, New York

Updated 1 month ago

PTA Liscence Exam - 589 Replies

Hello, I just graduated from PTA school 3 weeks ago, my letter to test from the board will be here within a week. I got A's and B's during PTA...

anna in Chicago, Illinois

Updated 1 month ago

pta licensure exam review course - 1394 Replies

I have failed the Texas licensure exam twice and am having a difficult time finding tutoring, review courses that don't cost an arm and a leg, or...

Lisa in Waco, Texas

Updated 1 month ago

How are PTA jobs in AZ? - 5 Replies

Wondering how PTA is in Arizona, mainly Phoenix. Large population of elderly and retirees. Is SNF or Home Health popular because of this? I'm looking...

Raffman in Alberta

Updated 1 month ago

No Accreditation in Canada? - 216 Replies

I will be attending community college in Canada (Centennial College) in September 2009, and have an option of either studying Biotechnology...

kay100 in ny, New York

Updated 1 month ago

PIMA Medical Institute - 73 Replies

I am looking for any type of feed back on this school. I have searched the internet and cannot find any. Is there anyone out there that can tell me...

kay100 in ny, New York

Updated 1 month ago

Is the Job Market Saturated? - 5 Replies

I am 41 and have been in medical device sales for the past 10+ years. I have a BS in Nutrition and an MBA with a Marketing concentration. I work...

Ryan in Lao People's Democratic Republic

Updated 1 month ago

PTA program at LaGuardia Community College - 9 Replies

Hi, I am trying to find out the stats to the physical therapy assitant program at LaGuardia Community College. Does anyone know what is the...

Jedimindtricks in Agoura Hills, California

Updated 1 month ago

Job outlook for physical therapist assistants - 24 Replies

Hello everyone, I'm taking prerequisites for the Respiratory Therapy at Ohlone college in Fremont, CA. It turns out the prerequisites are also those...

Clos in Skokie, Illinois

PTA program at Oakton CC in IL

hey everyone, I wanted to get info from current or past students regarding the PTA program at oakton community college in IL but would also would...

jen23 in Ravenna, Ohio

Ohio PTA salary

Hi, I am graduating in may and was wondering what I should expect to get for a new grad around Akron OH. Also how you would reccomend looking for a...

MsMisha in Canton, Michigan

Updated 1 month ago

Chiropractor Trade schools - 2 Replies

Hello, I was wondering if anyone has any experience going to a Chiropractor trade school? Are there jobs out there compared to Physical Therapy...

PTAgirl in Monterey, California

Updated 1 month ago

question regarding california PTA license - 95 Replies

I passed my PTA exam and the California Law exam recently and wonder if anyone in this forum would know how long should one wait for the PTA license?

PTAgirl in Monterey, California

Updated 1 month ago

What is it like to be a traveling PTA? - 1 Reply

I graduated from school in December and passed the board exams in January. I'm also a Licensed Massage Therapist, and have been for 6 years. The...

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