What is a Physical Therapist Assistant

Assists Physical Therapists With Therapeutic Exercises, Mobility Training, Gait Training, And Patient Education | Delivers HandsOn Care Under PT Supervision.

Physical Therapist Assistant Core Duties

Implement Therapeutic Exercise Programs | Assist With Gait And Mobility Training | Instruct Patients In Assistive Device Use | Document Progress And Communicate With Supervising PT | Support Discharge Planning.

Physical Therapist Assistant Education Requirements

Associate Degree From An Accredited PTA Program With Supervised Clinical Rotations And Licensure Where Required

Physical Therapist Assistant License and Accreditation Agency

CAPTE

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Length

20 to 24 Months

Physical Therapist Assistant Salary Min and Max

$40000 to $65000

Physical Therapist Assistant Work Settings

Rehabilitation Centers | Hospitals | Outpatient Clinics | Home Health | Long Term Care

Physical Therapist Assistant Key Skills

Therapeutic Exercise Delivery | Gait Training | Assistive Device Instruction | Documentation

Try These Other Programs

Anne Arundel Community College | Cerritos College | St. Petersburg College PTA Programs