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Which is a better career: acupuncturist or physical therapist? |
I'm at a standstill and can't decide between the two. Acupuncture is what I'm most interested in, but there aren't jobs, so it is a risky field (ie. i'd have to start my own business). Physical therapy is rewarding (not as interesting to me as chinese medicine), but it pays very well and there are plenty of jobs. Has anyone else been interested in the two? Ideas? Opinions? Go where your heart takes you. Do what you love and do your best to make the money follow. More jobs are coming up for acupuncture. More are being added to the site below. Source(s): Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Directory http://www.tcmdirectory.com I'd have to say it depends on which choice would most fulfill your needs - but do the thing you love , or you will always regret it . Personally , after an accident I was never referred to an acupuncturist - though I'd love to try that . Physical therapy does seem to have it's rewards , but I would guess it has to be more strenuous and time consuming . Once you weigh the two - with what your needs are - you will know where your heart lies . Good luck on either . Great choices ! I feel you ned to research the physical therapy market in your local area and in your state. The thing about physical therapy is that a large percentage of jobs hinge on what Medicare is paying for it. Maybe your state pays well, but some do not. In Wisconsin, people suddenly stopped applying to study PT because Medicare payments, which were low before, dropped. PT providers have had to double up with patients instead of giving one-on-one care. It's terrible. So I just want you to be aware that your career is not totally up to you - other factors will affect your income and workload. Now having said that, acupuncture is a good, worthwhile field. But you are leery of going into business for yourself. You could consider renting space in a shared office with other providers like a masseuse, spa, reiki, reflexologist, podiatrist, etc. Some states allow PTs to perform accupuncture if you have the credentails to do so. You may find that you would be a good candidate to work in a chiropractors office if such a position interested you. You would probably get a good mix of patients. The PT program is a rigerous program and you have to fully commit yourself, but I think completing an accupuncture certification afterwards would be a breeze once you make it through PT school. I think your PT training would compliment your accupuncturist training. PT If it was me I would choose physical therapist, there will always be opportunities,it pays well, good sign on bonuses,and secure. No hassles of your own business, and hoping you will succeed. |
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