Applications are now being accepted from those wanting to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Technology at 91²Ö¿â East Liverpool.
The application deadline is April 1, 2020.
This accredited program provides students with the knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary to become licensed or certified as a physical therapist assistant. A PTA works under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. Licensure or certification in most states requires graduation from an accredited program, background clearances and passing the National Physical Therapy Examination.
The integrated curriculum includes lecture, lecture/lab, seminar and practicum courses. Major course content is cumulative and taught in four sequential semesters in a two-year cycle. The technical study curriculum requires the student to be on campus or in the clinic three to five days per week each term.
Contact Kathryn Sutton at 330-382-7405 or ksutton1@kent.edu for more information or for questions on eligibility.