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Physical Therapist Assistant Associate of Applied Science

Play a Key Role in Giving Patients Back Their Lives

Physical Therapist Assistant Associate of Applied Science

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Program Overview

Program Overview

Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) work with Physical Therapists (PTs) to meaningfully impact the lives of clients through treatment of impairments in physical strength, mobility or balance resulting from injury to the musculoskeletal system, neurological disorders (e.g., stroke, arthritis) or aging.

Watching a patient walk for the first time after an auto accident brings a great feeling of personal satisfaction that can be even more gratifying when shared with an entire rehabilitation team. A patient’s goal will become your goal, and the team will experience his or her achievements first hand. Patients will often be thankful for literally getting their lives back.

In Concorde’s physical therapist assistant program, you can gain the skills you need to perform these important functions. The program includes hands-on training and externships,ᶛ teaching therapeutic exercises, functional, mobility and ambulation training, and activities of daily living.

Block Transfer Opportunity Available

Students with degrees in kinesiology, athletic training or health sciences containing a minimum of six semester credits of anatomy & physiology may be able to block transfer 18 credits to this degree program, potentially finishing the PTA program in as few as 18 months instead of 20 months.*

Students who have completed these degrees (associate or higher) may receive a block transfer of seven general education courses totaling 21 semester credits, upon transcript evaluation. The block transfer includes the following courses: BIOL 1310, BIOL 1320, ENGL 1310, COMM 1310, PSYC 1310, PSYC 1320, MATH1310 (or MATH1320). Remaining credits required to complete the program is 57. Additional courses may be available for transfer based upon review of course descriptions from the granting institution.

PROGRAM FACTS

Skill Building

Skill Building

Gain skills for to help patients recover from injuries and illnesses, regain mobility, and manage pain.

Versatile Curriculum

Versatile Curriculum

Learn how to treat patients using a variety of techniques, including using devices and equipment and help educate patients and their families.

Flexible Class Schedules

Flexible Class Schedules

Complete your degree in as few as 20 months of study.*

Graduates of qualifying degree programs may be eligible to block transfer 18 credits and earn their degree sooner.*

Physical Therapist Assistant Associate of Applied Science Degree Curriculum

Our associate degree program equips you to pursue a career as a physical therapist assistant in as few as 20 months.* When you graduate, you’ll be able to serve effectively in a variety of settings supporting physical therapy treatments.

Concorde’s physical therapist assistant program equips you comprehensively through an emphasis on:

  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Functional training
  • Mobility training
  • Ambulation training
  • Activities of daily living

ᶛ Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, whose length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.

*Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

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Interested in training to become a physical therapist assistant? Get in touch with Concorde San Antonio today to find out if our associate degree program is right for you.

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