South College - Knoxville

Associate of Science
Physical Therapist Assistant

Mission/Purpose

The mission of the South College PTA program is to develop knowledgeable, motivated, competent professional who have the skills necessary to meet the career demands of an entry level physical therapist assistant and, thereby, serve the diverse needs of their communities. A comprehensive curriculum is maintained, which includes verifying the competence and professionalism of students. To promote an optimal educational experience for all students, diversity in teaching methodology is also practiced. As role models, those involved with the program strive to exhibit the professional attributes expected in the physical therapy profession.

Overview of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

The South College Physical Therapist Assistant program is a 24-month program leading to an Associate of Science degree. Classes are taught in the morning, afternoons, and evenings, Mondays through Fridays. Class schedules may change at the discretion of the institution. Students should be committed to considerable out of classroom preparation and study. Certain methods classes require off-campus site attendance.

Clinical education internships are required and administered by South College and take place in a variety of health care delivery facilities in the Knoxville metropolitan area and beyond. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from these off campus educational sites. Students are responsible for costs associated with any emergency services needed while participating in off-site educational activities.

Accreditation

The Physical Therapist Assistant program has received full programmatic accreditation from the Commission of Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from this program become employed in a variety of clinical environments. Examples of employment locations for 2003-05 graduates include Benchmark Physical Therapy, Baptist Hospital, Associated Therapeutics, The Therapy Center, Hillcrest North, Appalachian Therapy, and Heritage Nursing Center.

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