Physical Therapist Assistant | Clarkson College

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Academic Program

Leading the Way in PTA Education and Training

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Clarkson College has evolved into one of the most prestigious of its kind. Graduates enter a sought-after field, prepared to provide exceptional patient care.

Established in 1994
One of the largest programs of its kind in the region
Hundreds of clinical education sites across the United States

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Our Degrees Academic Program Resources What Makes Us Different News & Stories

Degrees Offered

Undergraduate

Associate's Degree

Learn to provide safe and effective rehabilitative care under the supervision of a physical therapist. There are opportunities to complete the traditional program and also check out our transfer option.

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Undergraduate

Bachelor's Degree

Earn an advanced degree that will further develop your skills and enhance your marketability within the field.

Requires previous degree completion in PTA.

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Undergraduate

Multiple Enrollment Options

Supplement your physical therapist assistant education with a Bachelor’s degree in PTA, Community Health or Health Care Business

Academic Program Resources

2nd

program in the nation
to offer PTA Bachelor’s degree

250+

clinical sites
across more than 25 states

1:12

student-to-faculty ratio
for on-campus labs

Nationally recognized students
by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Turn your calling into a career with one of our respected degrees.

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Engaged in Real World Training

The PTA program offers multiple options to best meet the needs of our students. One option is the traditional on-campus learning model. Another option is is the hybrid learning program. Hybrid learning offers online flexibility and four immersive on-campus skills weekends per semester. Graduates of the Associate's degree program may choose to advance their career by completing a PTA Bachelor's degree.

A Nationally Recognized Program

Clarkson College has a tradition of excellence in physical therapy education. Students have repeatedly been selected for honors from the APTA, the country’s foremost association of physical therapy professionals. As of 2024, seven graduates have earned the APTA Mary McMillan Scholarship Award, and eight students have earned the APTA Minority Scholarship Award.

“I never expected to start my career in the midst of a pandemic, but through this experience, I am seeing everyday how essential this profession is! Alongside nurses, doctors, and respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapy are on the frontlines fighting this disease. It makes me very proud to be able to call myself a PTA.”

Tara Faeh, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant

“I continually reflect on my experiences and education from the faculty at Clarkson College. I am thankful for the lessons and experiences, for both me and the patients whom I’ve had a positive effect on.”

Randy Akers, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant

"I chose the PTA program because it is a fulfilling experience to be part of the rehabilitative process, especially as a PTA because you get to provide interventions to help patients reach their goals."

Britnie Price, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant

News about the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Learn more about our program, students, and alumni.

APTA Scholarship Recipients

A Playground for All: PTA Alumna Works to Build Inclusive Space

Multiple Programs Named Top Online Options

Accreditation

Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Clarkson College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085
Phone: 703.706.3245
Email: accreditation@apta.org
Website: www.capteonline.org

If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 402.552.2868 or email niemannjessica@clarksoncollege.edu