What type of training is required to become a physical therapist assistant?
Physical therapist assistants are required to graduate from an accredited 2 year program to be able to apply for licensure. The individual who successfully completes these courses at CCRI receives an Associate in Applied Science (A. A. S.) degree and is eligible to take the licensure examination for physical therapist assistants in Rhode Island. State licensure requirements may vary state to state.
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