We surveyed 582 physical therapists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical physical therapist. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a physical therapist?

Low

High

Working as a physical therapist typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a physical therapist?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a physical therapist typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as a physical therapist?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a physical therapist. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for physical therapists.

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Do physical therapists work full-time or part-time?

77% of physical therapists work in full-time roles while 23% work part-time.