The program requires that students gain experience through practica and internships in their specialty area. Students will also be able to supplement their education experience with a minor. Physical therapists assist ill and injured persons to improve their level of functioning and thereby, their quality of life. This program leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant. The program is housed in modern classrooms and well equipped laboratories in the newly renovated Hamer Hall.
Students gain experience at both campus and off-campus clinical sites.
The goal is to help these persons achieve independence in the activities of daily living, work, and leisure pursuits. New, modern athletic training facilities are located in Hamer Hall and Adamson Stadium. Students will also receive additional hours at many area high schools or local colleges as partial fulfillment of their required clinical experience.