Looking after your health can be a job in itself. The constant monitoring of how many calories you have consumed along with the rigorous exercise regime takes some self-discipline. However, looking after ourselves has became more than a hobby among many people, and for those of us who aren’t sure what to do when it comes to looking ourselves, we go to someone who does know.
Those who have spent most of their life looking after themselves may wish to pass on their wisdom to others. There are a few roles that can be undertaken in changing people’s lives for the better. One such path is that of a physical therapist. Physical therapists generally work with people who have suffered injuries to their muscles or have debilitated muscles. The role of a physical therapist is to apply therapy to these patients, so they can use their muscles following their injuries.
When training to be a physical therapist, it is important to know what education you will need to reach your goal. Some schools do offer a pre-pyshical major within their physical education and health departments, but it may be worth also looking at majors that includes coursework such anatomy and biology.
Physical therapists will also need to hold a graduate degree, with a few master’s programs available. Depending on which program you opt for will dictate what the requirements are for admittance to that particular program. Coursework undertaken to become a physical therapist includes procedures in physical therapy and therapeutic applications. Some of the programs will also require students to attend an assessment course so they can put their new found skills into practice.
Another role that requires people to deliver information about how a person can better their life is a dietitian. A dietitian may be employed for a number of reasons. Food distribution companies may employ a dietician’s services so they know the product they are serving is not too damaging for individuals from a health viewpoint. The person may become a self-employed dietician and have their own clients who are looking for help and advice and how they can have a more balanced diet.
Becoming a dietitian requires the person to have at least a bachelor’s degree in dietetics, or another health science sector. The programs available generally offer students a classroom environment where they will learn about such topics as food service organization and medical nutrition therapy. The degree programs last for four years.
Once obtaining a bachelors degree, dieticians may want to aim for a master’s degree. A master’s degree will allow for more scope within their career, such as advanced clinical positions and public health. Courses include metabolism and nutritional biochemistry.
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