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Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Earn Your Associate's Degree in as little as 80 weeks!
Physical Therapist Assistant Program Admissions Requirements
During the enrollment process, our admissions team will help to ensure that your chosen program of study aligns to your future career goals and objectives. It is always our goal to notify accepted applicants of their acceptance promptly. Enrollment in the Physical Therapist Assistant program includes the following steps for admission.
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Meet with Admissions Representative (virtual or in-person)
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Begin the Brooklilne Enrollment Process
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Schedule & Pass TEAS entrance assessment
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Complete FAFSA & Financial Aid Interview
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Complete and submit the PTA application
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Interview with PTA Leadership
Did You Know…
Brookline College Phoenix also offers an Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. You can earn your Associate’s degree in as little as two years. Enroll today and receive specialized skill training to help future patients who have difficulty performing daily living activities due to illness, injuries, and disabilities.
OTA vs. PTA: What’s the Difference?
OTA versus PTA are both three-letter abbreviations, and only the first letter is different. It’s no wonder these two jobs are often confused with one another. We’ll set you straight on the differences between OTA and PTA careers.
This career guide will explain the details of both therapy careers, how they are similar, and how they are unique. After reading, you’ll have a good understanding to tell these jobs apart—and you may even be interested in exploring a career in one of these in-demand fields. Be sure to read the guides on how to become an OTA and how to become a PTA if you want to pursue a career in a rewarding and in-demand field.
What Brookline College Students Are Saying
Laurie S.
Brookline College Graduate
Brookline College is a great school. It's a fun atmosphere to learn a specific trade. The instructors and Program Directors really care about the students and their welfare. Anyone who is looking for a great education and career should check it out!
The Brookline Advantage
At Brookline College, our mission is to provide you with more than an associate’s degree. Our goal is to help you achieve your desire for a brighter future. We strive to foster the most enriching learning environment to help you graduate while making life-long friendships along the way. We believe all successful PTAs must be caring, considerate, and compassionate individuals who respect the rights and dignity of their patients. Graduates of our program learn to espouse the highest standards of physical therapy assistance. Upon program completion, you too will be ready to contribute to the field as an effective, ethical, and productive member of any healthcare team.
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Physical Therapist Assisting at Brookline College
The PTA program is offered at our Phoenix location where you’ll receive the expert training and instruction Brookline College is known for while learning what you need to effectively prepare for an entry-level position as a Physical Therapist Assistant in as little as 80 weeks.
Physical Therapist Assistant Program Overview
Brookline College’s PTA program will train you on the most current concepts and practices in the field of physical therapy. Through our hands-on learning approach and in-depth classroom instruction, you will gain essential knowledge, skills, and experience to start your career in the physical therapy profession. You will learn how to perform the duties and responsibilities of a PTA while under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist. Enroll today and receive specialized skills training to help future patients improve their mobility, minimize pain, and promote wellness.
No Wait Lists
Unlike many other schools in the Phoenix valley, the PTA program at Brookline College has no waitlist so you can get started sooner.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Brookline College has earned the maximum 10-year accreditation standing by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
CAPTE Accredited
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the average salary earned by Physical Therapist Assistants is about $65,860.
Positive Salary Outlook*
* Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees’ years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program (accessed on 08/27/2024).