Allied Health Professionals Train in Physical Therapy Class

Physical Therapy Assistant Associate of Applied Science

Empower patients

Your Path to Certification

Ozarks Tech graduates pass the boards at a high rate and have a high employment rate.

Experience the joy of helping others heal and recover through a career in physical therapy. 

Help clients and families through rehabilitation

Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) assist Physical Therapists (PTs) in patient care. PTAs may:

  • Assist PTs in assessing clients and making treatment plans
  • Guide clients through rehab exercises
  • Collect data
  • Organize client records
  • Teach families how to care for their loved ones

Program offered at:

Ozarks Tech

Onsite

Graduate Ready for the NPTE and Licensure 

As a PTA student, you will attend lecture and lab courses to gain critical knowledge and skills. In addition, you will receive hands-on clinical experience to prepare you for work under a PT.

Upon program completion, graduates should seek licensure and apply to take the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE).

This is a selective admissions-based program.

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Afford Your Education

With the lowest tuition in the region and various financial aid options– you could graduate debt-free. Learn more about how you can pay for your education. 

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