2. Goals For Pediatrics
The main goal for physical therapy in
pediatrics is to help the children reach
their maximal level of independence
3. Enhancing Development
Positioning during for daily routines
Adapting toys for play
Expanding their mobility options
Using their equipment properly
4. Pediatric Patients
Most patients are young in pediatrics
Patients are of all ages under 21
Eligible for early intervention
Special Education
5. Licensure For Pediatric PTA’s
Each state has a different law
Need to be a graduate for an accredited
university
For PTA’s there needs to be an associates
degree
There is a special training in the course
6. In-School Settings
Most PT’s work with OT’s, speech
therapists, and special education
teachers
PT’s work mostly with the special
education team to figure out a plan for
the patients education plan
7. IDEA
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
PT’s work with the IEP (individualized
education program)
PT can be hired by the school, an
intermediate unit, or contract with outside
agency or private practice
8. Licensure For Schools
Each state has different laws regarding
practice and licensure
State education agencies may require
additional certification
States that don’t have direct access laws
require the PT to have a prescription from
the child’s physician prior to eval
9. Salaries
Most salaries with in-school physical
therapy is usually lower
Most PTA’s make $30,000-$35,000 annually
However, with more years of experience
and in bigger cities the pays is more
