You can get into this job through:
You'll usually need to study one of the following qualifications:
If you have completed a degree in human physiotherapy, or animal science, you could apply for a place on a postgraduate master's course in animal physiotherapy.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
You could start your career by doing a Physiotherapist Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship. You could then go on to complete a postgraduate award in veterinary physiotherapy.
This apprenticeship can take around 4 years to complete.
Entry requirements:
You could train in animal massage or animal hydrotherapy, if you do not have a degree but want to work in a related area.
You can get more details about training from the:
Digital skills : to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
Skills:Veterinary physiotherapists work with injured animals, or animals with movement problems, to help reduce pain and improve their health.
As an animal physiotherapist, you could:
Location : You could work at a veterinary practice, in a therapy clinic, on a farm, at a wildlife park or at a zoo.
Environment : Your working environment may be physically demanding.
Uniform : You may need to wear a uniform.