Occupational/ Physical Therapy

Occupational/ Physical Therapy


Idaho Programs: Suggested Majors:


Suggested AP/Dual Credit Courses:


Encouraged Suggested

  • AP English - Sports Medicine

  • CNA and/or EMT - AP Psychology

  • Anatomy and Physiology - AP Biology

  • Chemistry


Additional Common or Suggested Prerequisites:

  • CPR certification

  • Completion of most general courses

  • Working experience in the field (can be as a volunteer)

  • CNA or EMT certificate

  • Core GPA of 3.0 or higher

  • Current Immunization records


Quick Statistics:

Physical Therapy

Median pay: $86,000

Training/degree requirements: Master's degree

Job Outlook: 28% growth (much faster than average)

Occupational Therapy

Median pay: $83,200

Training/degree requirements: Master's degree

Job Outlook: 24% growth (much faster than average)


For more detailed information about this career check out the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BLS Physical Therapists