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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.
Physical therapists must have at least a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited physical therapy program. A doctorate program in physical therapy generally takes three years to complete, in addition to the four years needed to earn a bachelor's degree.