Physical Therapy Aide
Physical Therapy Aides assist in improving
mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical
disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. NTI’s training
program for Physical Therapy Aide combines classroom and real-world training
scenarios including how to treat physical disorders, exercise and mobility
training, body systems terminology, workplace health and safety, and more.
Physical therapy is among the fastest growing of the health care
professions. Graduates will work under the supervision of a physical
therapist doing important work that’s meaningful and worthwhile.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
Graduates of the Physical Therapy Aide program will
have the knowledge and ability required for entry-level employment in the
clinical health field. They may obtain employment as a Physical Therapy Aide
in a variety of settings including: clinics, public or private hospitals,
nursing homes, or community health centers, and universities.
JOB
OUTLOOK
Due to the nation's massive increase of an aging population,
the Health Services industry is experiencing a strong demand for Healthcare
Professionals:
The health services industry will experience job
growth of 25% between now and 2010.*
Job opportunities are expected to be
excellent, because the number of job openings is
expected to continue to
exceed the number of job seekers.*
*U.S. Department of Labor
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To speak to an admissions representative about registering, or program
scheduling, call us at:
800-447-1151