Pre-physical Therapy in Exercise Science - School of Health Sciences

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Within the Department of Human Movement Science, the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a concentration in Pre-physical Therapy is designed for students who want to prepare to apply for graduate programs in physical therapy. In addition to introductory courses within pre-physical therapy, the concentration includes a broad spectrum of liberal arts, basic sciences, social sciences and exercise science courses required for a generalized health sciences program.

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Career Information

The career outlook for physical therapists is very positive due to an aging population as well as the increased need to treat people with mobility issues stemming from chronic conditions, such as diabetes or obesity.

Job Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 17% from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Average Salary
According to the BLS, the median average wage for physical therapists was $95,620 in 2021.