Physical therapists can teach patients how to prevent or manage their condition so that they will achieve long-term health benefits. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan, using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
There are several levels of career choices including: the Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.), Registered Nurse (R.N.), and advance practice nurses who generally have a masters degree and/or a doctoral degree in nursing.
Below are the required steps to becoming a nurse practitioner: 1  Earn a Nursing Degree: Completion of an undergraduate degree program prepares students for entry level positions in clinical settings. 2  Become a Registered Nurse (RN): Each state requires a practicing nurse to have an RN license.