The physical therapist assistant (PTA) program at CGTC is an occupational program preparing students to administer physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Didactic knowledge preceding off campus clinical affiliations prepares the student for entry level foundational skills in functional training, wound management, manual therapy, physical agents, mechanical agents, and therapeutic exercise. Students develop professionalism and a commitment to lifelong learning which prepares them for a career in physical therapy.
Matriculation Rates: 14 per Year
Degree
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CGTC Admissions Requirements
Competitive Selection Requirements
High school diploma/GED required.
Students must be 18 years of age or older.
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CGTC Tuition & Fees
PTA Estimated Program Costs 2021-2022
PTA Estimated Program Costs 2022-2023
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2021-2022 PTA Student Financial Fact Sheet
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Mission Statement
Program Goals
Student Outcomes
Advisement Sheet
Student Agreement
Program Complaints
Employment Opportunities
National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) First Time Pass Rate (2020): 76.9%
National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) First Time Pass Rate (2021): 90.9%
Ultimate Pass Rate (2-year average, as of March 2022): 87.75%
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The Physical Therapist Assistant program at Central Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 478-218-3765 or email mawalker@centralgatech.edu. [Initial Accreditation Review: November 3, 2020; Next Visit: Fall 2025]
Federal regulations require colleges to disclose information regarding occupational programs that require a state licensure to be employed, and the status of the program for meeting an individual state’s licensure requirements. Visit the State Licensure page for individual program details.
