Here are some characteristics or traits you might have to make being a physiotherapist much easier. The first is to show compassion to your patient and care about their health. Attention to detail, being very attentive when it comes to diagnosing a patient's needs and what treatments they may require. Being able to use your hands and feel comfortable massaging people and meeting their physical needs is called dexterity. Interpersonal skills are also an important asset, according to bls.gov: “Because physical therapists spend a lot of time interacting with patients, they should enjoy working with people. They must clearly explain treatment programs, motivate patients, and listen to their concerns in order to provide effective therapy. The physiotherapist spends a lot of time standing and helping patients with their exercises, so physical endurance is an exceptional characteristic. Also according to bls.gov, resourcefulness is a trait to have because “physical therapists personalize treatment plans for patients. They must be flexible and adapt care plans to meet the needs of each patient. Finally, time management skills, physical therapists treat many patients each day in order to give each patient the time they need and accomplish other tasks throughout the day. You need great time management skills (“Summary”). The university I plan to attend to obtain my bachelor's degree is Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU). It is a private Christian university located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. It has a student-faculty ratio of 15:1 and according to okbu.edu, "117 faculty members are all active Christians." To attend OBU it costs $33,990 and that includes tuition for room, board, and fees and that's the fall and spring semesters combined. 100% of all OBU students receive some form of financial aid for their studies.