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Physical Therapist Assistant - Associate Degree

Program Code : 105241

Physical therapist assistants assist the physical therapist in providing therapeutic interventions to patients and clients to prevent , minimize or eliminate physical impairments and activity limitations . Examples include instruction in therapeutic exercise , gait training , education in posture and body mechanics , application of electrical stimulation and other physical modalities , and hands on techniques such as massage and soft tissue mobilization . Additional job responsibilities include carrying out operational functions that ensure a healing environment in the work setting , making modifications within the scope of the established plan of care , and performing documentation and assessments . Most states including Wisconsin require a license to practice as a physical therapist assistant . As a graduate of this program , you are eligible to take the National Physical Therapist Examination ( NPTE ) for physical therapist assistants through the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy ( FSBPT ).

Delivery

Day Full-time

Explore Locations

This program is offered at :

Green Bay Marinette

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 12,206 , Books : $ 1,131 , Supplies : $ 300 Total Approximate Costs $ 13,637

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Requirements for Program Entry

For instructions on how to get started , download the application checklist for this program .

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate clear and collaborative communication with patients , families , and health care team . Exhibit behaviors and conduct that reflect respect and sensitivity according to physical therapy practice standards .

Function under the supervision of a physical therapist in a safe , legal , ethical manner to ensure the safety of patients , self , and others throughout the clinical interaction .

Produce documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services .

Demonstrate critical thinking skills to implement and modify treatment within a plan of care under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist .

Perform data collection essential for carrying out the plan of care under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist .

Perform technically competent , evidence-based physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist .

Educate patients , families , and other health providers . Integrate components of operational and fiscal practices of physical therapy service in a variety of settings . Implement a self-directed plan for career development , credentialing , and lifelong learning .

Accreditation

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Northeast Wisconsin Technical 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 Leah Smejkal at 920-498-6270 or email : Leah . Smejkal @ NWTC . EDU .

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the Physical Therapist Assistant associate degree in the number of semesters shown .

Semester Total 18

Second Semester 8 Week 1 10524157 - PTA Applied Kinesiology 2 3 10801136 - English Composition 1 3

Full Semester 10524142 - PTA Therapeutic Exercise 3

Semester Total 16

Semester Total 8

Third Semester 8 Week 1

10524145 - PTA Princ of Musculo Rehab 4 10809188 - Developmental Psychology 3

Full Semester 10524146 - PTA Cardio & Integ Mgmt 3

Semester Total 17

Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10524148 - PTA Clinical Practice 2 3

10524150 - PTA Professional Issues 2 2

Semester Total 12

Total Credits 71

Curriculum Note : Students must earn a " C " or higher in all 10-524-XXX courses . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a " C " in a program course may apply for re-entry into the program . Consideration for re-entry will be at the discretion of the re-entry team and will be dependent on clinical availability .

Students must earn a " B " or higher in General Anatomy & Physiology . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a " B " in this course may apply for re-entry into the program . Consideration for re-entry will be at the discretion of the re-entry team and will 427 be dependent on