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Physical Therapist Assistant Associate of Applied Science

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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.

In Concorde’s CAPTE-accredited** physical therapist assistant program, you’ll have the opportunity to gain the skills you need to perform these important functions. The program includes hands-on training, clinical experiences and rotationsᶛᶛ, 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 and 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 1320, ENGL 1310, COMM 1310, PSYC 1310, PSYC 1320, MATH1310 (or MATH1320). Remaining credits required to complete the program is 60. Additional courses may be available for transfer based upon review of course descriptions from the granting institution.

PROGRAM FACTS

Skill Building

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

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

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 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 should be able to serve effectively in a variety of settings supporting physical therapy treatments, including outpatient settings (sports, orthopedic and specialized rehabilitation centers), inpatient acute care hospital and rehabilitation departments, skilled nursing facilities, wellness centers, home healthcare and more.

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

*Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. For more information see https://www.capteonline.org/about-capte/recent-actions-and-updates/recent-actions/public-disclosure-notices. If needing to contact the program/institution directly please call 816-531-5223 or email JKent1@Concorde.edu. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount. The associate of science degree program is currently only available through the Kansas City, MO campus.

ᶛᶛClinical hour requirements and delivery may vary by campus location and may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee clinical site assignments based upon student preference or geographic convenience; nor do clinical experiences guarantee graduation, post-clinical employment or salary outcomes.

**The Physical Therapist Assistant program at Concorde Career College- Kansas City is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100 Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditationsupport@apta.org; website: Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. The program’s current status is probationary accreditation; for more information see https://www.capteonline.org/about-capte/recent-actions-and-updates/rece…. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 816-595-2057 or email JKent1@Concorde.edu.

Take the Next Step Now

Does being a PT assistant sound like a career you’d love? Get in touch with Concorde Kansas City today to find out if our physical therapist assistant associate degree program is right for you.

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