Looking to make a difference?
Make your impact on the world with a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) degree from Central Methodist University
Are you interested in helping people of all ages who have health-related conditions that affect physical function in their daily lives?
Then a Central Methodist University Physi-cal Therapy Assistant degree is a great possibility for you.The Physical Therapist Assistant program at CMU prepares students for a rewarding career as a physical therapist assistant (PTA). A PTA is an educated and licensed clinician that works under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Central Methodist University is accredit-ed by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Physical Therapy Assistant Degree Program
The technical courses within the PTA program allow for hands-on learning in the classroom and laboratory. Students also participate in clinical experiences, which give them a real-world view of the PTA profession.
With a CMU Physical Therapy Assistant degree, you will have opportunities to:
Most PTAs work in physical therapy offices. These are pri-vate practices that offer PT services to people recovering from surgeries or injuries, with disa-bilities or with neurological conditions. The prac-tice may be affiliated with or part of a surgical center.
Specialty physician offices that treat patients with sports injuries rely on PTAs and physical therapists as part of the treatment and rehabilitation process.
Hospital. Hospitals hire physical therapy staff to help patients in acute situations. Here you’ll work with patients on a more short-term basis, with the goal of discharging them as soon as it is safe.
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