Applications are now being accepted from those wanting to earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Technology at Â鶹ÊÓƵ East Liverpool.
The application deadline is April 1, 2020.
This accredited program provides students with the knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary to become licensed or certified as a physical therapist assistant. A PTA works under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. Licensure or certification in most states requires graduation from an accredited program, background clearances and passing the National Physical Therapy Examination.
The integrated curriculum includes lecture, lecture/lab, seminar and practicum courses. Major course content is cumulative and taught in four sequential semesters in a two-year cycle. The technical study curriculum requires the student to be on campus or in the clinic three to five days per week each term.
Contact Kathryn Sutton at 330-382-7405 or ksutton1@kent.edu for more information or for questions on eligibility.