What does a Physiotherapist do?

You treat patients with exercises, manual therapy and physical methods.

What education does Physiotherapist require?

University of Applied Sciences (36 months)

How much does a Physiotherapist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 72'000, mid ~CHF CHF 88'000 per year (approximate).

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Physiotherapist

Health & Medicine

Treats patients with mobility limitations and pain through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and physical applications. Creates individual therapy plans and supports rehabilitation after injuries or surgeries.

Entry

~CHF 72'000

CHF 6'000/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 88'000

CHF 7'333/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 105'000

CHF 8'750/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration36 months

Your path to Physiotherapist

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation3–5 years

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

University of Applied Sciences3 years

Bachelor's degree

Optional: Master UAS1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Bachelor/Master

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Starting salary: CHF 72'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science8/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual9/10

🎨 Artistic4/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity7/10

🤝 Social Contact8/10

💪 Physical Demands7/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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