Physical Therapist Assistant Complete Program Information

student success, and while not guaranteed, passage of the licensure exam and a career as a physical
therapist assistant.
Program graduates are expected to ethically respond to the needs of their patients with technical
competence and compassion. They are aware of the need to update their knowledge and skill through
active participation in professional societies, continuing education activities, and lifelong learning.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program is to provide the resources, curriculum, and
clinical education experiences to enable graduates to obtain entry-level skills as a physical therapist
assistant.
PROGRAM GOALS
To provide quality education in the preparation of physical therapist assistants for entry level
positions.
To prepare the student to meet the requirements established for licensure exam.
To develop the student's ability to function as an active member of the health care team.
To foster problem solving skills and lifelong learning.
To ensure program quality with an assessment program to measure achievement of program goals,
learning outcomes, CAPTE standards for program completion, state boards success, job
placement, and employer satisfaction of graduates.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
1. Participate as a member of the health care team.
2. Competently perform technical entry-level skills as a physical therapist assistant.
3. Understand the role of the physical therapist assistant in the delivery of physical therapy services
under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist.
4. Assume responsibility in professional judgment and ethics.
5. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
6 Assume responsibility for provision of quality physical therapy services.
7. Accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.
8. Meet the College’s requirements for the Associate’s in Applied Science degree.
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