Physical Therapy Assistant

This program is designed to prepare students to work as Physical Therapist Assistants in hospitals and outpatient rehabilitation centers. The student will be able to assist physical therapists and physicians in the treatment of patients in a variety of therapeutic fields. The student will complete a series of fundamental general study courses as well as course specifics including introduction to physical therapy assisting, disabilities and therapeutic procedures, pharmacology, wellness, and geriatric rehabilitation procedures. The program prepares students for an entry-level position as a physical therapist assistant.