Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
CAPTE-accredited curriculum training PT assistants in therapeutic exercise, gait training, biomechanical modalities, orthopedic rehabilitation, and neurological recovery protocols.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school completion with passing Wonderlic SLE score (19+)
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 65+ or IELTS 6.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Exempt
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal interview and clinical readiness attestation
- Recommendation letters
- Two character references
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Allied Health Career Advancement Awards up to $2,500
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- $35,900/total program
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Pima Medical Institute - Las Vegas documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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