Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.
Private for profit
Private not for profit
Self-employed
State and local government
Federal Government
Employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 14 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 13,600 openings for physical therapists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.
You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.
You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.
RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.
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