Program:
Physical Therapist Assistant

Degree Awarded:
Associate & Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant

Length of Program:
10 semesters

Application Deadlines:
Nov 15th, Feb 15th, and June 1st
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Degree Overview

The dual degree in PTA program option prepares you to become a compassionate PTA who will provide safe, ethical and effective rehabilitation services to a variety of patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist (PT).

Incoming students may choose from two options:

Associate & Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant – Traditional Option: The traditional option is for first-time college students or those who have not previously earned an accredited associate or bachelor’s degree. Students begin by completing their Associate degree in PTA in six semesters on campus, on a full-time basis. Upon completion of their Associate degree, students will complete the online Bachelor’s degree program option.

Associate & Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant - Transfer Option: The transfer option is ideal for students who have earned an associate or higher degree or 35 credit hours from an accredited university of college. Students will complete on-campus courses and labs to earn their Associate degree in as few as four semesters. Upon completion of their Associate degree, students will complete the online Bachelor’s degree program option.

Upon successful completion of all your PTA Associate degree requirements, you will be eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapy Examination for Physical Therapist Assistants. As a licensed PTA, you will have the skills to work as an integral part of a rehabilitation team and under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

Associate and Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant - Traditional Option Required Courses

Full time

Fourth Year

Total Semester Hours - 122

Associate and Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant - Transfer Option - Full Time

Full time

Total Semester Hours - 122

Associate and Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant - Transfer Option - AS PTA Full Time/BS PTA Part Time

Students must complete the first four semesters in the order and timeframe listed to earn their Associate of Science in PTA degree. After earning their Associates degree in PTA, students may individualize their degree plan to take courses at part-time rate.

Fourth Year

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates for the 2023-24 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Find out more information about costs, tuition, and fees.

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Financial Aid

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Undergraduate Tuition

Cost per Credit Hour
$651


Cost per Semester
$7,962 - Full-time (12 hrs)
$3,981 - Part-time (6 hrs)

Tuition
Undergraduate Tuition$651 / credit-hour
Fees - Included in cost per semester
Enrollment Fee for first time students $150/ each
Degree Specific Fees - Not included in cost per semester
Interprofessional education – IPE Course Fee IPE 301 $124/ student
Labs (8104, SC1540) $30/ class
PTA Lab Videos (PTA 105, PTA 105.0E, PTA 215) $169/ student
PTA: APTA student membership (8104, SC7135) $105/ each
Polo (8104, SC7040) $35/ student
PTA: Board Prep Fee (PTA 213) $260/ each
Transfer PTA Student Starter Kit (8104, SC7040) $99/ student
Lab Fee - General Education $40/ class
National PTA Board Exam $485/ student
PTA Credentialing Fees $300/ student

Career Overview

Median Salary

$62,770
(Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023)

Job Outlook

Employment for Physical Therapist Assistants is projected to grow 26% from 2022-2032.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020

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