Education Details

Physical Therapist Assistant
Award type: AAS
Whatcom Community College

Program Details  
Program Overview for Physical Therapist Assistant
ETP eligible Click for more information on Eligible Training Provider
yes
School
Whatcom Community College
Program website
Program contact
Advising & Career Services
(360) 383-3080
advise@whatcom.edu
Program description
PTAs work with licensed physical therapists to provide treatment for physical injury or disability. Treatments include application of heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation and massage, as well as training in therapeutic exercise and functional activities. WCC's PTA program is particularly successful at training PTAs both locally and across the state. The purpose of the PTA program is to graduate skilled technical health care professionals who are capable of carrying out treatment programs under the supervision of licensed physical therapists. Curriculum design is oriented to develop skills as well as comprehension of underlying theory, both of which are essential to competent practice.
Financial Information
Total program tuition
$14,162.50
Fees
$300.80
Books and materials
$270
Program Information
Length of training
9 Months
Award type
AAS
Credits
111
Locations offered
Main Location view map
Public transportation service: Whatcom Transportation Authority

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some courses online
Offered evenings/weekends
no
Offered onlinesome courses online
Entrance requirements
The PTA program requires a minimum grade of C+ in each program prerequisite course, except MA 101 and BIOL& 241 require a minimum grade of B-.
Certification/license required to work in this field
yes
Physical Therapist Assistant
Certification/license obtained as part of training program
no
Certification/license test preparation provided
yes
National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)