Physical Therapy
Assistant

 

64 Credits

 

Program Objective

The objective of the Physical Therapy Assistant program is to prepare students to thrive in the field of Physical Therapy by providing the skills, tools, and training necessary for a promising career with the following goals:

a. Communicate and collaborate within the healthcare environment and with members of the community.

b. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes reflective of an entry level Physical Therapist Assistant.

c. Exhibit professional and ethical behaviors consistent with the scope of practice of a PTA.

d. Explore contemporary practice to develop commitment to lifelong learning.

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Admissions

  • Must be 18 years or older or have written permission from a parent or legal guardian.

  • Complete Enrollment Agreement and pay the $150 non-refundable enrollment fee.

  • Copy of a valid government-issued picture identification: a. Driver’s license or other state photo identity card (or equivalent), b. Passport, c. U.S. Passport card. d. U.S. Military ID (active duty or retired military and their dependents, and DoD civilians), e. Permanent resident card.

  • Copy of high school diploma, high school transcript, GED, or similar document if applicant completed secondary education in another country.

  • Documents from non-English speaking countries must be translated into English and evaluated by an approved educational evaluator service attesting that the diploma/degree or credits earned are equivalent to a diploma/degree or credits earned at an accredited institution in the U.S.

  • Disclosure This Physical Therapy Assistant program currently is not accredited by CAPTE: enrolling in this Physical Therapy Assistant program does not make graduates eligible to take required professional examinations in the field or to practice regulated professions in the field in Florida.

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Tuition ($250.00 per credit-hour)
$16,000.00

Registration Fee
$150.00

Total
$16,150.00

Tuition ($250.00 per credit-hour)
Registration Fee
Total    

$16,000.00
$150.00
$16,150.00

Financial Assistance & Scholarships Are Available To Those Who Qualify.

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  • Licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education
  • Approved by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to accept non-immigrant students’ applications


McDougle Technical Institute is licensed by the Florida Department of Education
Commission for Independent Education
Florida Education License #6403

This location is not accredited by NACCAS or eligible for Federal Financial Aid.