I Wish I Knew This Before Starting PTA School

Things I wish I knew before starting PTA school. This video breaks down key tips that can help you in your career as a physical therapist assistant working in physical therapy. Before you start college or school check this video out!
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[@Hollis_Creative_Corner]

I'm in week 2 and well...when they say it's intense...it is. You should do a video on how to prioritize your days because I could honestly spend 5 hours in one class a day. I'm in 4 classes so when I come home I like to go over those days notes but then all of the projects and readings lol. I passed my first two exams!

[@mainchannel7288]

Does it require a lot of math?. BTW I hope you are doing well during this hard time.

[@brittneymadrid4360]

I’m going through my first semester of the PTA program 😅! It’s challenging for sure, but it’s the best feeling when you are able to achieve something you thought would be too hard to do.

[@merlinel3855]

Brittney Madrid How? Is it a lot of memorizing? How is clinically?

[@mainchannel7288]

Hi, I hope you are doing well during this hard time. Do you mind telling me if the program requires a lot of math?. Do you yourself do a lot of math?.

[@brittneymadrid4360]

@@merlinel3855 There is memorization involved. I think the main ones are memorizing the muscles and outcome measurements.

[@brittneymadrid4360]

@@mainchannel7288 There is not much math.... unless you consider counting sets and reps as math lol.

[@nati1899]

@@brittneymadrid4360 oh thank God! I’m terrible at math😅

[@SuperStrykerBoy]

I have been a PTA for 28 years and just to let you know that when u get out of school, real life work is nothing what the school tells. If you try to work like how the school shows you only 2 patients, you will see a day. I honestly advise new students to pick another career.

[@michaelasamoah9764]

Please are you on instagram? I would like some advise if you could spare 15secs

[@ryanballard1119]

How do you feel about the pta job market now a days? I’m think about starting school, saw a job post for $38-$44. How’s the job security? What’s the “reimbursement cut” all about?

[@SuperStrykerBoy]

@ryanballard1119 I believe not good. Look for another career. No one will tell u have it really is. Everyone will sugarcoat it. I am talking about being a PTA. If u become a PT it will be a hundred times better more opportunities to do work on different settings. I myself going back to school for PA because of better opportunities and way more money. As a PTA u will work under a PT that most of the time have no idea how to write an evaluation then u have to follow their shity evaluation.

[@han__cholo]

Took a spine pathology/therapeutic management midterm this morning. Got a 96%. Great video, good tips.

[@mainchannel7288]

Very happy for you. I hope you are doing well doing this hard time. Do you mind telling me if you do a lot of math in the program?.

[@hanztian]

I remember watching your videos 4-5 years ago wanting to become a PTA, but doubted I would be able to get through the program and fail out because I’ve always struggled to do well in school and I just worked in a warehouse. Now here I am, watching your videos again, still contemplating applying to PTA school. And I’m just thinking, what if I had gone to PTA school 4-5 years ago, I could’ve been done and licensed already 😭 idk 😔

[@stumpbumpers]

Shut up and do it. If you fail out, so what. Move your ass. I hate school. I was in PTA school 14 years ago and dropped out because our house flooded. Because of life, I just reapplied and have to start from the beginning. I’m 46. If you want to do this now, you won’t stop wondering. Just take the first step!

[@Goonathesoona]

@@stumpbumpersthis! Thanks 🙏

[@goldengalx]

Could you make a video about the differences, if any, of working in different facilities (skilled nursing, home healthcare, hospitals, physicians office) as a PTA and maybe the pros and cons to each as well? I'm currently working on my prerequisites/observation hours to apply for the program this spring! Your channel is awesome and gets me so excited!

[@RuHo16]

I am doing the observation hours right now. I am still trying to decide If I want to start the program or not. I want to thank you for all the videos and the helpful informations that you give us. To be honest I am not learning a lot at the clinic where Im doing the ob hr. They are very busy and I am just helping them all the time with cleaning the tables and with ice/ heat pads. One thing that I have noticed there is that all the job is done from the aides. The PT and the PTA don’t spend more than 10 min with the patients. I don’t know if this is the right clinic to learn. One thing tha I am struggling is that I am still in a process of learnin English. I am having a hard time trying to memorize all the concepts and the exercises.

[@ximenaibanez9618]

How did it go?

[@andreaf3269]

When you stalled there was an ad 😂

[@AntonioSanson]

Dang KZbin lol

[@attaarahman]

Your editing gets better by the minute ! Keep up the good work 💪

[@AntonioSanson]

Thanks!

[@shelbyeckhoff3633]

Tony, I feel so bad for you I am currently binge watching your videos, because I too have a cold.

[@joshnic6639]

I’m on unit 2 of my second semester....I think I’m about to flunk out 😞 they scheduled neuro exam 2 and Ortho exam 2 on the same day. I have to know all the pathologies of the shoulder, elbow and wrist for Ortho, not to mention all the other stuff for Neuro....and I’m only on the first shoulder pathology....the test is Monday, today is Saturday 😑🔫

[@alexanderhaar4269]

It's overwhelming for sure! I hope you hang in there...don't feel bad if you have to ask for help! You will get out what you put out effort, focus, priorities and remembering that this is about your and every patient you will meet and help in the near future!!

[@mainchannel7288]

Hi, I hope you're doing well doing this hard time. Do you have to do a lot of math in the program?. Thank you in advance.

[@joshnic6639]

@@mainchannel7288 No. no math at all, just a lot of material in a short amount of time.

[@joshnic6639]

@@alexanderhaar4269 I’m 42, but thanks for the life coaching talk! The truth is, you don’t always get out what you put in effort wise. I had to learn that the hard way at age 34. UPS is full of racist black people who only promote based on the color of your skin (at least it’s like that where I live) anyways….I finished my 2nd semester with one A and two B’s. Thankfully the only thing that matters in this field (unlike racist UPS) is whether or not you know the test questions….I did.

[@sandrahinojosa3308]

Currently started taking pre req. courses to get accepted into the program, kinda bummed I have to wait till March 2021 to apply 😔

[@BrandonHernandez-yx5ef]

Me too :(

[@vanessadelrossi6054]

Thank you for your videos! Do employers typically look for certain physical builds when hiring? (height, how fit someone is, etc). I'm worried as a short person (5'3) that maybe I wouldn't be able to help taller clients with certain exercises as well if that makes sense. Sorry if this is a stupid question..

[@sorigo]

No question is stupid Vanessa. Your physical build has nothing to do with being hired. When you do get hired, it depends on the setting you will work in. Acute bedside care in the hospital seemed to be more challenging than acute rehab, because you are 1:1 with the patient regardless of their dx nor physical build, however, you may ask your co-worker for help, if they're available. The outpatient setting is a bit easier on transfers because patients are mostly independent and come in for certain situational injuries, post-surgical rehab (TKR, THR), or healing fractures/dislocations. The outpatient setting is very heavy on time management.

[@shawnclark7470]

Thanks Antonio for doing these. I've been following for a while and appreciate every video. Just finished my observation hours this week and finalizing my application to WCC on Monday. Nailed all my pre-reqs (A's) and hoping to get one of the coveted 20 spots for the fall. Excited, anxious and ready to get started. You're the man.

[@Maddie-nz7gw]

how did it go??

[@marceNJ27]

Thank you so much for all the information. I just started college. PTA is my major and your channel is very helpful.

[@AntonioSanson]

ValeCol awesome! Good luck in school!

[@mainchannel7288]

Hi, I hope you are doing well doing this hard time. Would you mind telling me if the program requires a lot of math?. Thank you in advance.

[@legendDjokovictennis]

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[@theazjanayazoleta2259]

Hello! Im a senior majoring in kinesiology and HAD NO IDEA about PTA school. I heard it’s an associate program that takes about 5 years? Do you have any suggestions on a path i could take after getting my bachelor’s degree?

[@joshnic6639]

It only takes 2 years.

[@aroncampos5720]

Did you find a good program. I'm in the exact same boat as you. Didn't discover PTAs existed until after I got my bachelor's in KIN.

[@dorothylivingston5437]

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[@rosedannajoseph196]

I am currently in university but dont know which career is better or easy is it physical therapy or medical sonogarphy

[@dashorty17]

Same

[@oopsiedaisy3166]

I’m still trying to decide that also

[@MrJbee1982]

Do sonography. I wish I did. Do NOT do PTA, you will be in a dead-end career with falling job opportunities. All jobs are PRN PRN PRN, even more so for COTA. COTA is worse. Do not do PTA OR COTA. Go into PT or OT school if you want better prospects. Believe me and you're welcome!

[@TweetsIsBoss]

@@MrJbee1982 why do you think PTA is a falling job?

[@chandlersavage3481]

That was a fantastic breakdown that perfectly flowed and had a some laughs too! Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

[@dudukeza9767]

thank you!!! I am in PTA program. class 2021

[@merlinel3855]

Dudu keza How hard is it? Is it a lot of memorizing?

[@aiden395]

Merline L it is a medical program so you can expect it to be challenging since you’ll be working with people

[@physicaltherapyguide-nyash1475]

woah! Your camera is phenomenal! which camera and lense is this?

[@AntonioSanson]

Thanks! I’m glad you noticed lol because I just switched lenses to a sigma lense and I love it!

[@physicaltherapyguide-nyash1475]

@@AntonioSanson haha heck yeah I noticed! lol its so crisp!! good choice! which camera and lense metrics? I am currently shopping for a good DSLR camera to invest in

[@AntonioSanson]

I have a beginner camera the canon sl2 But the new lense is the sigma 18-35mm f1.8 The lense makes a huge difference even if I don’t have the best camera body though

[@physicaltherapyguide-nyash1475]

@@AntonioSanson thats very true. I am shopping around for a lens. Which settings did you use fro the sigma 18-35

[@MarQangel]

Are pre reqs mando to join a pta program ? or can you apply directly if you have previous experience as a rehab aide ?

[@devonmorquecho]

I’m in college right now and I only got 3 more classes until I can apply for the program!! It would be helpful if you could tell us what we’re going to be going over

[@ayoloovens7338]

Devon Morquecho same hereeee but medical terminology kicking my ass

[@alaurynhenegar2997]

GreenEYESfromOHIO theres pre rec requirements basics like math English technology etc. then with that you apply to the PTA program and take a year of classes that teach you more about physical therapy directly

[@devonmorquecho]

Junior Loovens I take that class pretty soon. You got it bro don’t stress

[@alexanderhaar4269]

So many helpful Apps. Out there now! Wish they were out when I was in College... it was still dial-up internet.

[@devonmorquecho]

@@alexanderhaar4269 what apps do you recommend?

[@karlabruce675]

Any advice on people going into the program now with the Medicare cuts playing a role in job availability? Is it still worth it??

[@MrJbee1982]

Look into another career. Do not do PTA because the job market sucks and you will be overworked and overwhelmed with decreasing job opportunities. PTAs are being phased out from outpatient centers. Starting 2022 PTA and COTAs will be reimbursed at 15% less for outpatient services. This means that outpatient jobs will be even more limited.

[@robinson2702]

What can i do after high school if i want to be a pta ?

[@10626476]

Volunteer in a clinic for observation hours or work as a physical therapy aide/technician and complete prerequisite coursework before applying to a PTA program.

[@salmaalsayed6310]

@@10626476 work as a physical therapy aide/technician how to study it

[@dimplesaustin4550]

Im not sure why anyone would get into any kind of healthcare and expect it to be easy come on guy

[@jadasharnell3181]

I just got accepted into the pta program!! I’m so nervous I have orientation next week ☺️.

[@AntonioSanson]

Nice! Good luck 👍🏼

[@PhatPhrankInChicago]

It's never too late to quit.

[@arrrr5859]

@@PhatPhrankInChicago I read your other comments. What are you up to now? Still unhappy with this career…?

[@PhatPhrankInChicago]

@@arrrr5859 I love treating and educating my patients during therapy. But the individual time I spend with patients in a rehab facility and the financial benefits of being a PTA have sharply decreased since Medicare's PDPM three years ago. The boom times are over. Easily getting full time work with good pay and benefits are over, at least in inpatient settings. I've heard outpatient positions pay considerably less. I'm thinking of trying out home health prn and may eventually work more in that one-on-one setting.

[@PhilosophyByHer]

@@PhatPhrankInChicagodid you ever change your work setting? If so what are you doing now?

[@stronggirlaline]

Thank you so much 🙏this helps a lot 😭🙏

[@censuiwen1351]

I followed you since I got into the PTA program. Now I am doing my second to the last internship, I will graduate in June. How time flies.

[@kevinotero2141]

Hey Cen hows your job prospects going ^,^?

[@censuiwen1351]

@@kevinotero2141 hi Kevin, I just graduated, currently I am not working since my board exam is going to be on 10/6, gotta prepare it :)

[@kevinotero2141]

@@censuiwen1351 good luck I'll pray for you , just 15 min and u got it OG 🦁

[@censuiwen1351]

@@kevinotero2141 Thank you so much, Kevin! Wish you all the best!

[@ben.y9074]

hello .how much you payed for the schoo l.

[@alexzabolski5420]

About four days from finishing my first clinical rotation, and from finishing my first year in my program. My program is considered the best PTA program in the nation, at least is recognized nationally for its prestige. Our program has had students win APTA student of the year awards 15 of the past 16 years if I am not mistaken, and the APTA Orthopedic student of the yeat at least the last two years, but I am hoping I win it next year. I finished my Neuroanatomy course during the first semester with a 99% and a 99% on the final. This semester, which is supposedly the most difficult, I scored a 99% on both of my finals (PTA 150 and PTA 160). The program can be challenging for many students, especially if you are not willing to dedicate the time. We are about to lose 4-5 students this semester, amd we began with 18. We should have lost several the first semester because of the PTA 125 (neuroanatomy) course, but the program allowed remediation for exams. I have loved the program, so the educational aspect is excellent, at least in my program.

[@danielhutchinson6158]

Which program are you in? Grateful.

[@Legend_has]

Does anyone know of some community colleges in California that offer accredited PTA programs?

[@JodyBrownIV]

no. ive been looking as well. any luck?

[@angeljulian8602]

Most are trade schools that offer the program. However Cerritos Community college offers the program but I hear it’s competitive to get in.

[@sharoncastellanos2408]

Hey Antonio, your videos have given me lots of insight in helping me choose whether this career is right for me! I do have one concern, a couple of years ago I was diagnosed ("umbrella term") with fibromyalgia. Although it doesn't affect me seriously, I do occasionally have really bad days although I've been able to manage. Is this something that could potentially stop me from being a PTA? Thnx!

[@christir2964]

Very difficult program almost finished but the worst 2 years of my life because I didn’t have a life during school.

[@DaMusturd]

Are you employed now?

[@LinkedRN]

Another Great Video!!

[@sonnydacuse7622]

Isn't your sister a PT. Why didn't you ask her first before u became a PTA.

[@spookydiamond6516]

What book should I get to pass the PTA exam

[@raquellara6214]

Your awesome so glad I came across your Chanel! Appreciate your content needed all the videos so much! Ps. I also appreciate your personality and corniness or corkiness - whatever- the point is I’m the same way lol- your awesome and looking forward to watch more! Oh and to not make this comment weird, I’m Raquel From Raleigh NC I own a photography and videography business Alongside my husband. Before that my dream career was to be physical therapist and I’m thinking of actually going into it And finally finishing it. So thanks again for all the content !

[@savannahbluford3378]

Thank you very much for your informative videos!

[@AntonioSanson]

You bet 🤘🏼🙂

[@bighengaming4136]

Starting PTA school in about 3 weeks and been watching a lot of your videos to prepare and know what to expect from it.

[@AntonioSanson]

Cool! Love it

[@tresatriesit]

Same Aug 15th!!

[@Jellysaucewalker]

How’s it been going?

[@lu5313]

Bro which application do u use for making the thumbnail? Plzz reply

[@AntonioSanson]

I just use my editing software I have!

[@lu5313]

@@AntonioSanson may i know the name ? Plzz

[@mainchannel7288]

@@AntonioSanson Could you please tell me the name of the editing software?

[@tomhuchko9571]

I'm thinking about becoming at PT Aide before applying to a PTA program, does this sound like a good idea?

[@AntonioSanson]

That will get you some good experience!