"How long does it take to become a physical therapy aide in Indiana?"

"Most paths into the physical therapy aide field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for physical therapy aides in Indiana?"

"In Indiana, apprenticeships are typically registered through state apprenticeship agencies and trade union locals. See the apprenticeship section above for current contact information."

How to Become A Physical Therapy Aide in Indiana

Q: "How much do physical therapy aides earn in Indiana?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), physical therapy aides in Indiana earned a median annual wage of approximately $35,100. Employment concentration in Indiana is roughly 0.86 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "Do physical therapy aides need a license in Indiana?"

"Yes. Indiana requires state-level licensing or registration for physical therapy aides, administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

Q: "What is the job outlook for physical therapy aides in Indiana?"

"Indiana currently employs approximately 860 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2.8% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Indiana employs approximately 860 physical therapy aides according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $35,100 ¹. Nationally, physical therapy aide employment is projected to grow 2.8% from 2024 to 2034, with about 6,600 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a physical therapy aide in Indiana, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Physical Therapy Aide in Indiana

How do I become a physical therapy aide in Indiana? Indiana requires credentials such as Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist. The licensing authority is the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Indiana? Yes. Indiana has licensing or registration requirements for physical therapy aides. The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do physical therapy aides earn in Indiana? The median annual wage for physical therapy aides in Indiana is $35,100 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $23,010 and experienced professionals can earn $73,430 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee
Median wage (Indiana): $35,100 per year ¹
Exam requirement: State exam required

Physical Therapy Aide License Requirements in Indiana

The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee oversees physical therapy aide licensing in Indiana ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Physical Therapy Assistant	IC 25-27-1-6.3 Requirements for physical therapist assistant certificate Sec. 6.3.
Physical Therapist	IC 25-27-1-6.1Requirements for physical therapist license Sec. 6.1. An applicant for a license as a physical therapist must do the following:(1) Complete the application process, including payment of…

Additional Requirements

Background check: Specific type of conviction prohibited
Exam: State exam required
Experience: No experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Physical Therapy Aide Wages by Metro Area in Indiana

Physical Therapist Aides Wages by Metro Area in Indiana

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), physical therapist aides wages in Indiana vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin	550	$36,730	$38,100	$33,570	$48,360
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood	310	$38,050	$46,110	$23,900	$77,000
Evansville	100	$29,120	$39,380	$22,790	$73,430
Cincinnati	100	$36,230	$38,470	$23,300	$54,350
Louisville/Jefferson County	90	$30,370	$35,360	$25,500	$46,910
Fort Wayne	50	$29,930	$33,150	$22,620	$44,340

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Physical therapy aides in Indiana

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest physical therapy aide employment within Indiana according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood	310	$38,050
Evansville	100	$29,120
Fort Wayne	50	$29,930

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for physical therapy aides in Indiana? Indiana currently employs approximately 860 physical therapy aides ¹. Nationally, physical therapy aide employment is projected to grow 2.8% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a physical therapy aide in Indiana with an out-of-state license? Contact the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Indiana? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Indiana.

How much do physical therapy aides earn in Indiana compared to the national average? The median annual wage for physical therapy aides in Indiana is $35,100, which is $580 above the national median of $34,520 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Physical Therapy Committee - Licensing Information: http://www.in.gov/pla/pt.htm ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)