2025-2026 Academic Catalog
Physical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.
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Program Design
The Physical Therapist Assistant is a health care worker who assist the Physical Therapist in the provision of the physical therapy. The Physical Therapist Assistant is a graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant Associate Degree Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education who is recognized by the Secretary of the Department of Education and the Council on Postsecondary
Related Employment Fields
Physical Therapist Assistant graduates see employment nationwide. Job opportunities vary. Current starting wages range from $20 per hour to $28 per hour in Kansas and neighboring states. The threeyear (2018-2020) average for employment within six months of graduation has been 100%. Colby Community College has a 2+2 agreement with Kansas State University Salina (K- State Salina) giving students an option to continue their career.
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Subtotal First Semester (minimum): 19
Subtotal Second Semester (minimum): 21
Subtotal Third Semester (minimum): 9
Additional Recommended Prerequisite Courses (NOT required)
Required Prerequisites
*Anatomy & Physiology courses must be completed within the last 5 years prior to admission to the PTA program. |
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