Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) have the rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the quality of people's lives. Their work involves extensive contact with both patients and other health care professionals. PTAs work under the supervision of a physical therapist in implementing treatment programs specific to the plan of care.

• Application
• Procedures to Address Program Related Issues
• Rights & Privileges of Clinical Faculty

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE); rules and regulations regarding accreditation can be found at their website: http://www.capteonline.org/AccreditationHandbook.

The students within the PTA programs have a high rate of success. Their success is outlined in the table below:

	2009	2010	2011	3 year average
Graduation Rate* (and 3 year average)	77.30%	68.2%	66.70%	70.30%
Employment Rate (and 3 year average)	100%	100%	100%	100%

Ultimate Licensure Pass Rate (3 year average) = 89.78%

*Note: [CAPTE changed the graduation rate requirement for accredited programs at the spring meeting. Programs must document a 3 year rate of 60% or higher].