Physical Therapist Assistant Program

The physical therapist assistants degree program at Kilgore College 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 Texas colleges that offer physical therapist assistant program.

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Kilgore College

Also known as KD Conservatory

2600 Stemmons Fwy Ste 117, Dallas, TX

Kilgore College, located in Kilgore,TX, is a 2 year public institution in east Texas, and serving 20 school districts. The school was founded in 1935 during the east Texas oil boom, and his home to the East Texas Oil Museum. Additionally, it is home to the Kilgore College Rangerettes, the first precision drill team in the world (formed in 1940).

Academics

As a 2 year institution, KC offers many courses in a variety of fields, including associates programs and vocational courses along with classes for individual growth. KC also has one of the lowest costs per credit hour of any college or university in Texas.

Some programs offered are:

• Pharmacy Technician
• Business
• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Early Childhood Education
• Dance

Admissions and Financial Aid

All applicants must take a placement exam, have their transcripts sent, complete the admissions application, and attend student orientation. Students applying for financial aid should do so prior to the financial aid deadline. Students applying for aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and visit the financial aid office to plan out your financial aid needs.

Athletics

The school's mascot is the Ranger, and the colors are blue and grey. The football team has more wins than any other NJCAA team in Texas, and along with basketball, the Rangerettes and cheerleaders,  combine to form the athletics department.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kilgore College 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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $80300
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 390
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $70380

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