Physical Therapist Assistant Program

The physical therapist assistants degree program at ECPI University offers students supervised instruction in training patients and implementing physical therapy as how to conduct treatment interventions and use equipment while observing and recording patient progress. Graduate students of the PTA degree program will successfully assist physical therapists through knowledge and studies in subjects like basic neurology and orthopedics, wound and injury care, electrotherapy, and working with orthotics and prostheses. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer physical therapist assistant program.

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ECPI University

Also known as TCAT Nashville

5555 Greenwich Rd, Virginia Beach, VA

ECPI University, formerly known as ECPI College of Technology, is a four year career college that offers career oriented education for its students in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas. Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Health and Clinical Professions
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Engineering Technology

Over the previous several years ECPI University granted degrees to over seven thousand students with a graduation rate of more than 46%. ECPI College of Technology has listed over thirty different programs available to students, with a Master's degree being the highest level offered. Some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Medical Assistant
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Nursing
• System Administration
• Computer Systems Technology
• Healthcare Administration

To help support students, ECPI may provide support services like:

• Online course work available
• Night and weekend classes available
• Remedial instructional courses
• Academic counseling for students
• Student employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges has accredited the education provided by ECPI College of Technology for over fifteen straight years. To see more and get consumer disclosures, please visit ecpi.edu and https://www.ecpi.edu/info/ge/fast-facts/.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ECPI University offers an associate's degree program in physical therapist assistant.

Students by Gender (2019)

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Physical Therapist Assistants

Description

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physical therapist assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 40.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $54520

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).