Physical Therapist Assistant Program

The physical therapist assistants degree program at Victoria 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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Victoria College

Also known as Victoria Beauty School

1508 N Laurent St, Victoria, TX

About

Victoria College, located in Victoria, Texas, was founded in 1925 and originally was known as Victoria Junior College. The school offered its courses through Patti Welder High School until the school experienced rapid growth following World War II due to the return of soldiers as well as overall growth of the school service area. As a result, the school was given its own campus, and changed its name to Victoria College. The school maintains two additional campuses in Port Lavaca and Gonzales, to better service the multi-county service area of the school.

Academics

Victoria College offers a variety of program options in order to best meet the needs of potential students. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the equivalent of freshman and sophomore years, followed by applying for transfer to colleges and universities in order to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree. Career programs provide in depth training and education in a specific high demand field or industry with the intention of pursuing long term employment upon completion. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Drafting and Design
• Nursing
• Liberal Arts

Admissions and Financial Aid

Victoria College is an open enrollment institution that admits any individuals that complete the application for admission and pay their fees. Students should supply transcripts and test scores if available and may be required to take a placement exam. A meeting with a counselor prior to registration is encouraged and participation in orientation for new students can be helpful. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which assists the school in determining need when determining the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

• Victoria, TX
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $67640

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