Associate in Applied Science inPhysical Therapist Assistant
Why Major in Physical Therapy
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is offered at the Quad-Cities Campus with clinical practice available throughout a large regional area. The program admits up to 24 students for each incoming class, which begins each fall.
New students applying to Black Hawk College should select the AAS/General Occupational and Technical Studies (GOTS) until such time as they have been officially accepted by the department into this program.
The Associate in Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant prepares students to perform physical therapy procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist.
Careers In Physical Therapy
Physical therapist assistants are primarily employed in:
- Hospitals
- Outpatient clinics and private practices
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Rehabilitation Centers
- Home Health
- Schools
Employment of Physical Therapist Assistants is expected to grow much faster than average for all occupations through 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Admission Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent.
- A physical examination prior to any clinical coursework.
- The program admits up to 24 students for each incoming class.
- Fill out application.
- Interview with PTA selection committee. The interview is part of a written and oral selection process.
- Minimum of “C” average in courses previously completed at Black Hawk College and any courses transferred from other colleges.
Students must also successfully document and meet all health and background checks required by academic departments and/or clinical sites prior to admission to program and/or courses.
Program Details
Accreditation
The Physical Therapist Assistant program at Black Hawk College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 309-796-5394 or email abelsd@840339.com.
In-district Cost
Expense Type | Amount |
---|---|
Tuition (72 hours x $164) | $11,808 |
Lab fees ($75/credit hour in core classes) | $3,225 |
Books (four semesters) | $1,500 |
Parking tags (two years) | $100 |
Approximate overall cost | $16,633 |
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