Physical Therapy Aide

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About this Major

The Physical Therapy Aide Training Program prepares students to support licensed physical therapists in various clinical and rehabilitation settings. Students will learn how to assist with patient care tasks, set up treatment areas, manage equipment, and perform basic administrative duties. The program emphasizes professionalism, communication, and safe practices while introducing students to basic human anatomy, medical terminology, and patient mobility techniques. Completers will be well-equipped for entry-level positions and may choose to pursue further education in physical therapy or related healthcare fields.

Licensures/Certifications

  • Physical Therapy Aide
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At A Glance

Open To

High school juniors and seniors, adult students

Campus

Rockwell

Total Hours Required

480

Length

  • Part-time: 1 school year
  • A typical school year includes 9 months of instruction. Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Daytime classes, two sessions: Monday — Friday

  • 7:55 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  • 12:30 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.
  • High school students and part-time adults enroll in either AM or PM session. Full-time adult students enroll in both sessions.

Courses

  • Essentials of Physical Therapy 60 hours
  • Functional Anatomy 60 hours
  • Healthcare Provider CPR & First Aid 15 hours
  • Introduction to Sports Medicine & Therapy Careers 60 hours
  • Medical Terminology 45 hours
  • Physical Therapy Aide Mentorship 60 hours
  • Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Essentials 90 hours
  • Therapeutic Modalities & Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapy Aide 90 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for High School Students

Licensure/Certification

Physical Therapy Aide

Tuition & Fees

N/A

Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications

  • Shoes
  • 1 set of scrubs is provided by FT. Students may purchase additional scrubs, if desired

Total Estimated Cost

N/A

Employment & Outcomes

Salary Range

TBD

per hour

Pass Rate

New Major

Pass Rate

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:

Hospitals, Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinics, Rehabilitation Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), Assisted Living Communities, Home Health Agencies, Sports Medicine Clinics, Orthopedic Clinics, Pediatric Therapy Centers, Schools, Wellness Centers, Fitness Centers

Physical therapist helping patient with leg