Does being a PTA help you get into a DPT program?

[SierraZ]

I've been wondering for a while, does one have a better chance getting into DPT school if they've been a PTA previously (with decent stats but not outstanding ones. 3.3 GPA, C's in some pre reqs, etc) ? Or would that be completely irrelevant on an application?

 

[nolegirl13]

In my opinion, if you're already a PTA that could absolutely help you. On the other hand, if it's a degree you're thinking of obtaining before your DPT I don't believe it's worth the money to get your PTA degree and then have to spend money again to get your DPT.

Just my opinion!

 

[markelmarcel]

We have one PTA in our class and it's nice to have her around to tell us what the "real world" is like 😉