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parikshith’s Answer
ecoming a cardiac rehabilitative therapist requires an associate's degree and state licensure. The following table outlines the requirements to become a cardiac rehabilitative therapist, via the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
Degree Level :Associate's degree
Degree Field :Occupational therapy assistant
Licensure Required; information can be found via each state's licensing/regulatory affairs department
Experience : Gained during externships
Key Skills : Attention to detail, physical stamina, good interpersonal skills
Technical Skills : Ability to use medical equipment to measure patients' vital signs
Salary : $79,860 (Median annual salary for physical therapists); $33,880 (Median annual salary for rehabilitation counselors)