Follow the steps on the Admission Checklist to complete your application. (ALL boxes must be checked)

Admissions Resources:

• Student Health Statement & TB Documentation (Required after acceptance into the PTA Program)
• Professional Awareness (Required)
• Online Program Application (Required)
• Digital Resume (Required)
• Essential Functions

Physical therapist assistants work under the direction of physical therapists and help patients of all ages recover from injuries and regain movement. You will be a successful physical therapist assistant if you:

• are interested in how the human body works and moves
• want to interact directly with patients and have good interpersonal skills
• are interested in a hands-on career
• are able to communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
• can motivate people
• excel in science

Demand for physical therapy services is expected to increase in response to the health care needs of an older population and growing rates of chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment is expected to grow 31% through 2026. Recent SCC graduates report an average starting salary of $46,613. Career options include:

• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Traveling PTA

The Southeast Community College Physical Therapist Assistant program is accredited by:

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
1111 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-706-3245
accreditation@apta.org

Complaints regarding the program or the program graduates should be addressed to the PTA Program Director, Bridget Clark, PT, MPT. Unresolved complaints about the Program Director should be directed to Jill Sand, Dean of Health Sciences Division. Ms. Sand's phone number is 800-642-4075, ext. 2729. All complaints will be documented, including the projected outcome, and kept on file at the program facility. Complaints regarding Accreditation of this program should be addressed to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.