In accordance with ensuring the PTA PROGRAM OUTCOMES are achieved, the PTA program and faculty will Provide a curriculum of academic and technical courses which will provide the foundation for the graduate to benefit from further study in the profession of physical therapy. Provide an atmosphere of technical support that is conducive to student success. Provide seamless transitions from technical students to licensed physical therapist assistants. Continue to gain knowledge in teaching and the profession of physical therapy. Model a commitment to service activities to the community and the profession. The mission and philosophy of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program are consistent with the mission and overall philosophy of the institution. The PTA program is in harmony and tightly connected in student success and in creating transitions to the workforce, and enriching the quality of life in the communities served by San Jacinto College. The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is committed to an educational environment that will promote students who will possess the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed as a physical therapist assistant in a dynamic health care environment. The PTA program believes that the students should have an educational environment that is led by instructors who are imaginative and competent. The instructors should provide the students with knowledge and skills, but also open channels of interest and occupation. We prepare our students to become active physical therapist assistants in the local workforce and to enrich the lives of patients/ community members that they treat. For a comprehensive list and description of the skills for an entry level PTA graduate, please refer to The Minimum Required Skills of a Physical Therapist Assistant Graduate at Entry-Level (BOD G11-08-09-18) which can be found in Appendix A and on the APTA’s website at The curriculum of the San Jacinto College PTA program is designed to develop the skills of the programs graduates in accordance with these standards.
Parent advocates for student Student must advocate for self School year runs from September - June School year is divided into 2 semesters: from September to December and from January to May Classes meet daily Classes meet 1, 2, or 3 times a week Classes are generally held in the same building Classes are held in many different sites on campus The average length of a class is 35-45 minutes Classes vary in length from 50 min to 3 hours Daily contact with teachers Classes meet less frequently which will impact on access to instructors and assistance The student needs the parent's permission in most instances The student is an adult and parent permission is not required Guidance counselors or other staff schedule support services for students The student must make arrangements for support services A main office exists as the center of activity for the building The student is responsible for knowing where to go to obtain information and assistance Classes consist of about 30 students Classes consist of about 100 students Teachers often take time to remind you of assignments and due dates Professors expect you to read, save and consult the course syllabus (outline); this tells the student exactly what is expected of him/her, when it is due and how it will be graded High school is paid for by tax dollars that go to the school district The student is responsible for applying for financial aid or arranging some type of payment