The Physical Therapist Assistant program integrates classroom theory with clinical lab practice. It is designed to prepare successful graduates for entry-level employment in the field as Physical Therapist Assistants. The Physical Therapist Assistant is an educated health care provider who works under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and assists in the provision of physical therapy. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides specially prescribed treatments and exercises through a plan of care developed by the physical therapist that are aimed at improving mobility; relieving pain; or preventing and /or limiting physical disability.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at 九秀直播-Ozark Campus is accredited by the:
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Avenue, Suite 100
Alexandria, Virginia 22035-3085
telephone: 703-706-3245
e-mail: accreditation@apta.org
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The Physical Therapist Assistant program integrates classroom theory with clinical lab practice. It is designed to prepare successful graduates for entry-level employment in the field as physical therapist assistants. The physical therapist assistant is an educated health care provider who works under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and assists in the provision of physical therapy. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides specially prescribed treatments and exercises through a plan of care developed by the physical therapist that are aimed at improving mobility, relieving pain or preventing and /or limiting physical disability.
Students are advised that the Physical Therapist Assistant Program (PTA) is strenuous in nature. Students are therefore not allowed to take additional course work that is not directly related to their degree plan while in the PTA Program. If a student has completed all general education course requirements prior to entering the program, the student may not have a full load of twelve credit hours or more (which could affect financial aid eligibility). The PTA Program is intense and requires approximately 30-36 hours per week of theory /lab/fieldwork. This does not include prep or study time. The hours ascribed to each semester while in the PTA Program are considered by the program to be full time.
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Graduation Rate *Graduation rates must be at least 60% and averaged over two years.
Two-year average: 96.87%
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Ultimate Pass Rate *Ultimate Pass rates must be at least 85% and averaged over two years. 2024-25: 62.5% (10/16) Two-year average (2023 & 2024): 78.1% *2024-25 Testing cycle not stabilized at this time |
1st Time Pass Rate
2024-25: 62.5% (10/16) *2024-25 Testing cycle not stabilized at this time |
Employment Rate *Employment rates must be at least 90% and averaged over two years
Two-year average: 100%
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The data applies to students experiencing the program between Jan. 1, 2025 鈥� Dec. 31, 2025.
Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom,
laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where
either full or partial attendance is required.
Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks: ___46_______
Length of Program in Weeks including breaks: ___51________
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend ____Yes __X__No
Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education. Programs should add any additional comments about clinical education here.
Note: Year 1 are costs experienced by students who enrolled in the program for the first time between Jan. 1, 2025 鈥� Dec. 31, 2025. Annual costs for subsequent years are estimates based on the program鈥檚 historical annual percentage increase of 6.13%. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs.
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Year 2 |
Total |
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Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-district or In-state student: |
6000.00 |
5600.00 |
11600.00 |
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Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out-of-district or Out-of-state student: |
12000.00 |
11200.00 |
23200.00 |
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Annual Tuition Private Institution student: |
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Annual institutional fees for a full-time student in the technical phase |
2090.00 |
2240.00 |
4325.00 |
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Total expected cost of other program- related expenses |
800.00 |
1500.00 |
2300.00 |
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Total Cost of the Program [Includes: tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire |
8890.00 |
9340.00
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18230.00 |
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to PTA students? _X____Yes _____ No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to PTA students? _____Yes _X____ No
Does the program offer federal work-study positions specific to PTA students? _____Yes __X___ No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT. Please contact the program for further information.
APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at .
Average student debt from the PTA Program technical phase for students graduated or will graduate between Jan. 1 鈥� Dec. 31, 2025. _Not available at this time______
Average student debt after completing the PTA program for students graduated or will graduate between Jan. 1 鈥� Dec. 31, 2025. Include all student loan debt. _Not available at this time__________
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1700 Helberg Lane
Ozark, AR 72949
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