Physical Therapist Assistant

Career/Technical

Ready to become a superhero of mobility and independence? Look no further than a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). With your valuable superpower, you’ll help patients overcome injuries, regain their strength, and get back to their everyday lives. So, get ready to flex those PTA muscles and save the day!

Why choose the Physical Therapist Assistant program at San Jac.

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Help Patients Regain Strength and Mobility

Physical therapist assistants help patients recover. They support healing from injuries, surgeries, and illnesses. You'll learn how to help patients improve movement, manage pain, and regain independence.

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Hands-On Clinical and Lab Training

Our program combines classroom instruction, lab practice, and supervised clinical experiences. You'll gain hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, rehab equipment, patient care skills.

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Prepare for Licensure Success

Prepare for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE). You need this exam to be a licensed physical therapist assistant. You’ll develop the technical and clinical skills for your career.

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Build Meaningful Connections Through Patient Care

Physical therapist assistants help patients during their recovery. You'll develop skills in communication, teamwork, and support. These skills can have a huge impact on people's lives.

Careers

Physical Therapist Assistant

$77,378

Experienced Physical Therapist Assistant

$85,433

Opportunities

PTAs work under the supervision of physical therapists in a variety of settings including, but not limited to:

Acute care
Hospitals
Rehab hospitals
Out-patient clinics
Aquatics
Pediatrics
Geriatrics
Home health
Sports medicine

Locations

South Campus

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Salary Source: Texas Wages

Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS

Career/Technical

Prepare to launch your career with the Associate of Applied Science degree. Participate in clinical rotations and become equipped with the skills to help patients regain their strength, range of motion, function, and movement.

2 Years

The full-time PTA degree is 66 credits and can be completed in five terms.

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