Physical Therapist Assistant Program | Rasmussen University

Physical Therapist Assistant Program | Rasmussen University
Health Sciences
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate's Degree
Next Start Date
July 06, 2026
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18 months
finish in as few as
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19 courses
to complete the Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s program
CAPTE
accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
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Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s Degree
Our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program has CAPTE
®
-accredited
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curriculum and is designed with a unique blend of online courses and immersive on-campus labs, giving you the flexibility and firsthand experience you need. Students are not required to be on campus every day or every week but have concentrated, uninterrupted lab time several days in a row when they are on campus.
In Rasmussen’s PTA program, you'll also get clinical practice at a healthcare facility to ensure hands-on, real-world training. Eager to play a hands-on role in helping people of all ages regain their strength and mobility? Our PTA program can help get you there faster—in as few as 18 months.
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Physical therapists will depend on you as physical therapist assistants to help improve the lives of your patients and will rely on you to function as part of a cohesive healthcare team.
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Self-Directed Assessments
Save time and money on your PTA program Associate's degree with self-directed assessments. These $149 online, assessments allow you to show that you already achieved the skills and knowledge for a particular course and don't need to take it. We'll provide prep materials, and you can work with a peer tutor to prepare at no additional cost.
Learn more about self-directed assessments and other Knowledge Credit
®
options.
Institutional and Programmatic Accreditation
Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (
hlcommission.org
), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The PTA program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
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Learn more about programmatic accreditation and CAPTE in the below
Accreditation Information
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Physical Therapy Assistant Education That Opens Doors
As a PTA, you will be qualified to work with a variety of people throughout their lifespan in a wide range of settings, from clinics and hospitals to skilled nursing facilities and sports rehab centers. Graduating from a PTA program can help you along the path to this compassionate career. See the
Physical Therapist Assistant Program Guide
for additional important programmatic information.
With You Locally in Florida and Minnesota
Enroll in our PTA program at our Ocala, FL, or Hennepin/Anoka, MN, campus and reap the benefits of blended on-campus and online instruction. Instructional online courses give you the flexibility to work toward your degree without disrupting your busy schedule. The innovative on-campus lab format features concentrated full-day labs several days in a row, meaning less time commuting and more time practicing in-demand PTA skills. Our immersive labs include focused, uninterrupted skill development and supervised practice with our highly skilled faculty. The PTA program also incorporates clinical site training to give you firsthand experience of the physical therapy industry at a healthcare facility. For full details about our PTA program structure, take a look at our
Physical Therapist Assistant Lab Schedule
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What Skills Will I Gain?
Collaboration
Become adept at working under the direction of a physical therapist in order to assist them as they adjust treatment plans to better serve your patients.
Practical Patient Care
Develop one-on-one skills through hands-on training to improve a patient’s mobility and strength, decrease pain, and perform exercises to promote healing.
Communication
Interact comfortably and confidently with PTs, healthcare team members, and patients of all ages and stages of care.
Continuous Professional Development
Gain critical thinking skills and seek out new evidence to support treatment and therapeutic interventions in an evolving healthcare and technology-driven environment.
"The immersive lab allowed me to be 100% focused. You have plenty of opportunities to practice and ask your instructor questions. The immersive lab is definitely one of the best parts of the program."
Leo
Physical Therapist Assistant Graduate
Your Future is Full of Possibilities as a Physical Therapy Assistant
Through career-focused curriculum and practical, hands-on opportunities in your courses and labs, you can prepare for a career in the PTA field. Our PTA program is designed to help you gain job-ready skills and strategic thinking that employers seek in Physical Therapy Assistants.
Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s
Intended for:
The PTA program is for students looking to work directly with a diverse range of people and pursue a successful, fulfilling career helping others as a physical therapist assistant with well-rounded knowledge about the field.
Finish in as few as:
18 months
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Learning includes:
On-Campus and Online Classes
Field Experience
Common careers:
Physical therapist assistant
Pursue potential job growth:
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the demand for physical therapist assistants is projected to grow 19% from 2023 to 2033.
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Completion time is dependent on the number of courses completed each term.
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Graduation from a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; phone; 703-706-3245;
[email protected]
is necessary for eligibility to sit for the licensure examination, which is required in all states.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen University – Hennepin/Anoka is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email:
[email protected]
; website:
https://www.capteonline.org
. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 833-606-1911 or email
[email protected]
.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Rasmussen University – Ocala is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email:
[email protected]
; website:
https://www.capteonline.org
. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 833-606-1911 or email
[email protected]
.
Student Learning Outcomes
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Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, VA 22305-3085
[email protected]
703-706-3245
CAPTE is a registered trademark of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides at
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physical-therapist-assistants-and-aides.htm
(visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary.