Physiotherapy / Paramedicine / Health
You help people recover their health and fitness.
Practical medical fields with direct patient contact: physiotherapy, paramedicine, nursing, dietetics. A shorter road than medicine.
Is it for you?
This field usually suits people of the social and realistic type (RIASEC model). Biology, contact with people, physical work. Empathy.
Salary (indicative, gross/month)
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| Starting out | PLN 4-6k |
| With experience | PLN 7-14k |
These are indicative figures — real pay depends on city, company, specialisation and contract type.
Example jobs after this field
Pros
- Secure work, an ageing society
- Genuinely helping and connecting with people
- A shorter road than medicine
- The option of your own practice
Cons
- Physical and demanding work
- Moderate starting pay
- Requires biology
- Shifts / irregular hours (in some roles)
Future and automation
Very low, work with the body and with people.
Alternative path
A bachelor's/master's degree; your own practice after gaining experience.
First steps
- Decide which field fits (movement? rescue? care?)
- Check whether you need extended biology
- Learn the realities of the job through volunteering
- Look into the option of your own practice down the line
Not sure if "Physiotherapy" is the right path for you?
Take the free 10-minute aptitude test (RIASEC model) and see how this field fits your strengths — compared with other paths.
Take the free test →Frequently asked questions
How long does Physiotherapy take?
Roughly about 3 years. Full-time public studies are usually free.
How much can you earn after Physiotherapy?
Indicatively PLN 4-6k starting out and PLN 7-14k per month with experience (gross). These are indicative figures depending on city and specialisation.
Who is Physiotherapy for?
Biology, contact with people, physical work. Empathy. In the RIASEC model it best suits the social and realistic type.