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Physical Therapist Assistant

Get Ready to Help Others… Become a Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical therapy is a health care service which uses a variety of methods to help patients in need of care and rehabilitation. At Sinclair Community College, the physical therapist assistant program prepares you to provide physical therapy interventions to appropriately address the needs of patients as determined by a physical therapist.

Our commitment to providing the best learning and practical experiences shows through our graduates who take pride in being lifelong learners with skills reflective of clinical and administrative standards in the field.

Our program is composed of two components, academic materials and clinical affiliation. The academic focus of the program is conducted on campus and includes classroom and laboratory practice to gain skill competencies prior to working in a clinical setting. The clinical component gives you the opportunity to work a schedule simulating current employment standards. This experience is invaluable to your future as a physical therapist assistant—providing you with diverse learning experiences, hands-on experiences, and a professional mentor in the field.

This program might be for you if:

• You would like to work in medical field focused on rehabilitation and therapy.
• You are a person who enjoys meeting and helping other people.
• You enjoy working with a diverse population, performing a variety of tasks.
• You want to gain new skills that are in demand across the country.

Physical therapist assistants (PTA), under the supervision of physical therapists, assist patients in a wide variety of therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures. Many PTAs go on to work in hopitals, rehabitation centers, out-patient clinics, nursings homes and home health.

Certificate Programs

No Certificates Currently Offered

Even though there are no certificate programs currently being offered, there are still options if you would like to learn more about the physical therapy field or other life and health sciences studies. If you would just like to learn more about the program by taking a few classes or even find out what classes you could take to supplement another program or your current career path, academic advisors can assist you in finding the classes right for you.

The physical therapist assistant department does offer an Associate of Applied Science degree program. View the degree programs tab to learn more.

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Degree Programs

Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical therapist assistants, under the supervision of physical therapists, implement treatment programs for patients of all ages who suffer from disabilities and limitations due to illness, injury, or other causes. Admission to the program occurs with completion of program prerequisites listed below. The program begins a new class of students fall quarter each year. Upon completion of the program, a graduate is eligible to take the national examination for state licensure. Information regarding admission is available from the Life Health Sciences advisors in Room 11-346 and on the program web page at sinclair.edu.

Interested in learning more about this degree program?

• View the curriculum now »
• Visit the Physical Therapist Assistant Web site »
• Talk with an admissions counselor by calling 1-888-722-2883 or visiting one of our convenient locations.

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Already know the program that is right for you?

Fill out an online admissions application to get started or visit the Sinclair Admissions Web site to find out more.

Transfer Opportunities

Make the most of your education by starting at Sinclair Community College. Our quality programs and low tuition make it a great place to start even if you intend to further your education beyond an associate degree or certificate. You would be surprised at the money you could save by completing your first two years of study at Sinclair—just take a look at our low tuition and see the savings for yourself. You can also learn more by visiting Sinclair’s Transfer Web site »

Articulation & Transfer Agreements

Sinclair works directly with many four-year schools in Ohio and beyond to ensure the college credit you earn will transfer easily to those schools. By developing articulation agreements, formal agreements between colleges detailing the recognition of college credit between the schools, you will know you are meeting the requirements needed at the four-year school of your choice. Learn more about articulation and transfer »

Ohio Transfer Module

The Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science degree programs fulfill the requirements for the Ohio Transfer Module at other public colleges and universities. Students in applied associate degree programs may complete some individual transfer module courses within their degree program or continue beyond their program to complete the entire transfer module.

Upon completion of the Ohio Transfer Module, students will be able to enter most Ohio four-year colleges and universities as a junior with your general education requirements completed. Find out more about the Ohio Transfer Module…

Please Note: Sinclair continues to work with other colleges and universities to provide more opportunities through new articulation and transfer agreements. Please consult with an academic advisor for the most up-to-date information.

Related Programs

Sinclair Community College offers a wide variety of certificate and degree programs. With so many to choose from, we are sure that you can find a program that suits your needs. If you are interested in the physical therapist assistant program, you might also be interested in learning more about these programs at Sinclair:

• Allied Health
• Exercise, Nutrition and Sport Sciences
• Medical Assistant Technology
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Respiratory Care