Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS)

The Associate of Applied Science Physical Therapist Assistant program has the following program outcomes:

Student/Graduate Level Goals

• The PTA program will prepare graduates for entry-level practice as physical therapist assistants who will work under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist in an ethical, legal, safe, and effective manner

• The PTA program will prepare graduates to demonstrate entry-level critical thinking skills to effectively address patient care situations and to adapt to the rapidly changing challenges in healthcare and physical therapist assistant responsibilities 

Program Level Goals

• The PTA program will educate the students in cultural diversity, effective communication and professional behaviors

• The PTA education program will facilitate participation in community service and lifelong learning activities

• The PTA Program will provide a contemporary, comprehensive and evidence-based curriculum appropriate for an entry level physical therapist assistant

Program Faculty Level Goals

• The PTA faculty will engage in on-going professional development related to enhancing knowledge of contemporary physical therapy practice, pedagogy, and service

For additional information about the program link to: http://www.ecpi.edu/medical/program/physical-therapy-associate-degree/. To see the Student Consumer Information link to: https://www.ecpi.edu/student-consumer-services which provides additional information on the future careers, success, cost, and financing for this program. For information on the University Completion and Graduation Rates, please see About ECPI University on the ECPI website.

In 1.5 years, through our year-round schedule, students can earn an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant.