I spoke with Ian Aguinaldo, PT, DPT, MSPT who did the process of becoming a US-licensed physical therapist by himself. He shared the reasons why he decided to do it on his own and his experience in doing so from getting the documents and transitioning to the US. Now available online.
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0:00 Introduction and Ian's background
1:40 Decision to work in the US
2:45 Choosing to DIY and starting the journey
5:25 Steps taken to start the processing
9:15 Doing the research and the leg work
11:54 Talking about the timelines of the process
14:00 Experience in applying for a visa to take the NPTE
17:44 Other challenges in doing the process on your own
19:50 Reimbursement by employers and other offers
23:36 Sharing his experience with the transition
27:06 Financial Responsibilities: How much do you need?
30:00 Visa applied by employers
34:25 Preparation in negotiating with the employer
40:41 Filipinos in the US help each other
42:02 Timelines again
47:26 Advice for physical therapist who want to be a US physical therapist process it on their own
51:04 other things to consider
57:36 Last bites and Takeaway
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