The Clarkson College online Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) degree offers an advanced curriculum that prepares both new PTA graduates and currently practicing PTAs the opportunity to enhance their PTA practice and marketability in the field.
The Bachelor's degree in PTA option opens doors to new opportunities for PTA professionals. The curriculum is focused on advanced interventions and leadership growth to elevate your practice by building a comprehensive multi-system approach to patient care. The advanced courses are centered around manual skills for orthopedic, neurological and cardiopulmonary care, outcome measures and evidence-based practice, and leadership in the health care environment.
As a graduate of the program, you will have the advanced leadership, therapeutic skills and evidence-based knowledge to progress in your current role in the physical therapy field.
26 semester hours
9 semester hours
Courses | Semester Hours |
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◊ ICC Core - Intercultural Communication | 3 |
HUM Core - Humanities | 3 |
EEA Core - Ethics, Empathy, and Advocacy | 3 |
Total Semester Hours | 9 |
22 semester hours
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$59,770
(Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020)
Employment for Physical Therapist Assistants is the 7th fastest growing occupation and is projected to grow 33% for 2019-2029.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020
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