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A graduate degree is required to become a physical therapist. Graduate degrees include a Master of Science (M.S.) in Physical Therapy, a Master of Physical Therapy and a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Some programs allow you to earn your bachelor's degree as part of your doctoral program.
Among the undergraduate courses that are useful when a student applies to a physical therapy education program are anatomy, biology, chemistry, social science, mathematics and physics. Before granting admission, many programs require volunteer experience in physical therapy departments of hospitals or clinics. Specific course prerequisites vary for each school, but the following courses will fulfill all that are generally required.