Herzing University - FL

About Herzing

Since 1965, Herzing University has been focused on providing marketable skills in high demand industries. Our programs of study cover a wide spectrum of education, from technology-based programs to business and allied health. Herzing University offers the degree of education that meets your specific educational objectives. Choose from our shorter-term diploma programs, which are focused on acquiring technical skills, or from our Associate and Bachelor degree programs that provide you with technical expertise and a comprehensive formal education.

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (ASPTA) will prepare students to take the National Licensing Examination for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and to begin a professional allied health career. Students are provided a foundation of general education including courses in the natural sciences, the social sciences, mathematics and humanities as well as the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to work in a health care environment. Theoretical instruction is complimented with clinical experience in a variety of health care settings in order to provide a broad, holistic and reality-based understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a professional physical therapist assistant. Students will participate in planned clinical and laboratory experiences that will complement classroom learning and will stress health promotion as well as disease processes.

Accreditation

Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission can be contacted at 800.621.7440 or 30 North LaSalle, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

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