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Physical Therapy Programs in Ohio - OH

By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: February 10th, 2010

Physical therapy is a high growth occupation in Ohio with a moderately increasing salary.  According to a May 2008 study by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, almost 7,000 physical therapists were employed in Ohio.  Between 2004 and 2006, Ohio experienced a boom for employment of physical therapists.  The annual employment growth rate peaked in 2006 at 12.32%, but has since settled to 4.81% for 2008.  Since 2002, the number of physical therapists in Ohio has increased by 49%.  The mean hourly wage for physical therapists in Ohio is $35.92, which is slightly above the mean for physical therapists in the country.  On average, between 2002 and 2008, the mean hourly wage for physical therapists in the state has increased by 3.6% annually.

There are several online physical therapy schools available in Ohio. Online options have several advantages including convenience and flexibility.

Continuing Education for Physical Therapists in Ohio

Since March 1993, physical therapists practicing in Ohio must have at least 24 credits of continuing education every two years after their initial renewal period in order to maintain their license.  According to the OPTA website, there are over 6,000 approved courses for continued education in Ohio.  Professionals can also search and find contact information for these courses at the OPTA website.  Courses are divided into three types:  on-site, online, and home study.

Moreover, throughout their careers, physical therapists must generally maintain their own physical health as they usually have to exert themselves while treating their patients.  Physical therapists must also learn to have superior communication skills and a solid understanding of human emotions as many of their patients will be dealing with serious injuries or long-term physical disabilities.

Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Physical Therapists in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron and Dayton, Ohio may be able to prepare themselves for the possibility of employment in some of the largest hospitals and healthcare facilities in the state including the Akron City Hospital, The Cleveland Clinic and the many University Hospitals and Mercy Hospitals.

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