REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Exam iners BCLS REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Associates in Physical Therapist Assistant PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 1-2 years experience in any therapy setting New graduates accepted Knowledge of Physic al Therapy principles and practices, general anatomy and physiology, diseases and post surgical conditions, body movements and functions, and medical terminology. POPULATION SERVED: Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient populatio n(s) served: Orthopedic, neuro, spine care, pulmonary including but not limited to joint replacement, fractures, CVA /TIA, soft tissue injury, etc.