Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) play an important role in helping people get back on their feet. Or moving that arm. Or having a pain-free back. The PTA uses using exercise and movement to help reduce pain and gain mobility. All states require physical therapist assistants to acquire an associate degree from an accredited program, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Programs typically last about two years. Courses include anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology. Assistants experience work-based learning during supervised clinical work. PTAs are licensed or certified. After completion of an accredited program, the PTA must pass the National Physical Therapy Exam for physical therapist assistants. The exam is administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. Check out the rest of the careers in the I Want That Job! series: https://workingnation.com/videos/i-want-that-job/ Connect with WorkingNation online:  Visit the WorkingNation Website: https://workingnation.com/  Follow @workingnation on Twitter: https://twitter.com/workingnation  Like and follow our WorkingNation Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/workingnation/ Follow WorkingNation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/working-nation/