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Physical Therapist Assistants
O*NET 31-2021.00 · SOC 31-2021
Projected Growth
+19%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$64k
per year
Annual Openings
9k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Most Physical Therapist Assistants positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
People-facing — clinics, schools, or client sites
Work Style
Collaborative — frequent interaction with teams, clients, or patients
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Social (Helpers)6.4
Realistic (Doers)4.5
Conventional (Organizers)3.8
Investigative (Thinkers)3.6
Artistic (Creators)1.5
Enterprising (Persuaders)1.3
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