A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is a highly skilled technical health care provider who works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist assisting in patient treatment programs and related tasks necessary for the provision of physical therapy services. PTAs practice in a variety of settings that include hospital and rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, athletic or personal fitness settings, home health agencies, and industrial sites.
Students pursuing a career as a PTA must successfully complete a specific program of study (general education courses, technical courses on physical therapy procedures, and clinical experience) at an accredited college or university. This qualifies the student to take a state specific PTA exam.
Barton provides general education courses required of physical therapist education programs at Colby Community College and Washburn University. Students need to select a transfer college or university as soon as possible once choosing to pursue a career in physical therapy. For specific career information, contact the American Physical Therapy Association’s web site at www.apta.org.
Barton Contact Information:
Ken Henderson, 620-792-9371, hendersonk@bartonccc.edu or
Dr. Richard Abel, 620-792-9333, abelr@bartonccc.edu
CURRICULUM GUIDES
One Year Non-Degree Granting Program
Pre-Physical Therapy Assistant - Colby Community College
Pre-Physical Therapy Assistant - Washburn University
