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Physical Therapist Assistant

A comprehensive guide to Physical Therapist Assistant licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$65,182 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
79,410Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
77,780Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
76,310Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
TX
TexasCompact: Pending
76,250Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
NJ
New JerseyCompact: Yes
74,780Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: No
74,120Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails