Physiotherapists work to maintain and promote people's health. They help restore function and independence when people have a disability or problem caused by physical, brain and nervous system disorders.

In 2018 there were 1398 people aged 29-38 in this occupation.

Source: Statistics New Zealand Census 2018 (Universities NZ analysis)

Highest qualification

• At least 85% of people in this occupation have a degree level () qualification (bachelors or higher). You are unlikely to get into this occupation without a degree.
• 43% of current Physiotherapist(s) aged between 29 - 38 years of age have a degree/level 7 qualification as their highest qualification.
• 51.5% have postgraduate qualifications.
• 3.7% have no post-school qualifications and 1.8% have a level 4 - 6 certificate or diploma.

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