Physical Therapy School Interview Questions
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Why do you want to study at a PT School?
The most important thing is to ensure them that you know why you study, and what you want to do in the future, and do not just follow a dream of your parents, or want to earn a degree because almost everyone has a degree nowadays.
Certainly you want to study at a PT school to be able to practice physical therapy later. But do you have a specific plan? Perhaps a certain target group you’d like to work with, or a specialization you want to get, or a plan to open your own practice/clinic in the future?
Try to be specific. Saying that you want to study at a PT school because you want to help people won’t make the cut in this interview.
If you talk about specific plan for the future, however, or about your awareness of deteriorating physical abilities across all age levels in the western world, and an honest desire to do something about it, and if the interviewers hear some enthusiasm in your voice while you speak about these things, your chances to succeed will be much better.
While they can be difficult questions to answer, by preparing responses to these questions, you will find yourself feeling more relaxed and more confident in the interview, which no doubt helps your performance. Using the questions above as a study guide, you will be prepared for whatever the interviewer throws at you.
Whether it is your first or your fortieth interview, they can be daunting. There is nothing worse than the feeling of dread you get when asked an interview question you don’t know the answer to, like the feared “Tell me about yourself” or the “Why do you want to work with us?” questions.
Physical therapy interview questions that are commonly asked
Questions will most likely vary from general inquiries about your skills and expertise to more detailed questions about specific scenarios, such as:
FAQ
What questions are asked in a DPT interview?
- Can you tell me about yourself?
- How would your former coworkers or professors describe your work ethic?
- What do you plan to do in your free time while earning your degree?
- Where do you see yourself in five years?
How do you answer tell me about yourself DPT?
How do you stand out in a PT school interview?
What makes a good PT applicant?
