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Words matter. The use of "physical therapy," "physiotherapy," and the PT, DPT, and PTA titles should be restricted to qualified professionals.
APTA is here to support you throughout your career as a PT or PTA.
Mar 1, 2021/Open Access
This PowerPoint presentation provides both and overview and specific information about physical therapy education, application requirements, specialties and professional opportunities for students interested in applying to DPT and PTA education programs.
Oct 3, 2023/News
This year's PT and PTA student-led effort focused on postpartum care in Medicaid and CHIP — and helped students embrace advocacy.
Oct 1, 2017/Column
The power of stubbornness, physical therapy, and prosthetics.
Mar 30, 2021/News
In a challenging year, more than 3,000 PTs and PTAs earned a certification, were recertified, or achieved PTA advanced proficiency.
Jun 27, 2023/News
The association was described as a "role model" in its commitment to inspiring interest in becoming a PT or PTA.
We're here to support our 100,000 PT, PTA, and student members.
Feb 1, 2015/Column
The importance of membership and participation in APTA.
Jul 24, 2025/Open Access
Si usted o alguien que conoce está interesado en convertirse en asistente de fisioterapeuta o en aprender más sobre la profesión de fisioterapeuta, este folleto es un excelente punto de partida. Este folleto destaca varios aspectos del camino educativo de la PTA y proporciona enlaces a recursos adicionales