Gaining experience is an important part of the physical therapy school application process. Find ways to get experience in the physical therapy field before you attend physical therapy school. There are many different ways to do this. Check out our resources to get some ideas:
Healthcare Volunteer Opportunities:
- Capital Area Easter Seal Rehabilitation Center
- Austin State School
- Hearthstone Nursing & Rehabilitation Center: (512) 388-7494
- Wellness Matters Physical Therapy: (512) 275-0282
- HELP Center (Handicap Equestrian Learning Program)
- North Austin Medical Center
- Austin VolunteerMatch
- KidWorks Therapy Services
- Little Tesoros Therapy Services
UT-Austin Volunteer Opportunities:
Clinical Observation Hours:
Carefully review the program pages for important information about the physical therapy observation requirements. PTCAS does not determine if you have completed the appropriate number of hours for a particular program.
Make sure to read up on how to properly report your observation hours on PTCAS and figure out which PT setting to select when you are filling out your application.