¡Desconecta con la aplicación Player FM !
The Heavy Burden of Student Loan Debt on Physical Therapists
Manage episode 430157801 series 2769176
In this episode, Jimmy is joined by researchers Tricia and Steven to discuss the impacts of student loan debt on physical therapists. They share alarming survey findings revealing that 41% of PTs would not pursue the career again due to their current debt levels.
Tricia and Steven outline financial education gaps in PT programs and propose solutions including lower tuition costs, program changes, mandatory financial training for students, and advocacy efforts. With over 1,300 physical therapist survey responses analyzed, this research sheds light on how debt shapes career satisfaction and recommendations to enact positive change through policy and education.
302 episodios
Manage episode 430157801 series 2769176
In this episode, Jimmy is joined by researchers Tricia and Steven to discuss the impacts of student loan debt on physical therapists. They share alarming survey findings revealing that 41% of PTs would not pursue the career again due to their current debt levels.
Tricia and Steven outline financial education gaps in PT programs and propose solutions including lower tuition costs, program changes, mandatory financial training for students, and advocacy efforts. With over 1,300 physical therapist survey responses analyzed, this research sheds light on how debt shapes career satisfaction and recommendations to enact positive change through policy and education.
302 episodios
Todos los episodios
×Bienvenido a Player FM!
Player FM está escaneando la web en busca de podcasts de alta calidad para que los disfrutes en este momento. Es la mejor aplicación de podcast y funciona en Android, iPhone y la web. Regístrate para sincronizar suscripciones a través de dispositivos.