Physical Therapist Assistant Program

The physical therapist assistants degree program at Hodges 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 Florida colleges that offer physical therapist assistant program.

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Hodges University

Also known as International College

2222 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL

Hodges University is a nonprofit private institution located in Naples, FL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Over 2,600 students enroll at Hodges University yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Health Preparatory Programs
• Accounting
• Healthcare Administration
• Medical Records Technician

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Hodges University admits around 60% of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 87% of students registered for enrollment.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $13,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.hodges.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

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

• Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
  • Total Employment: 430
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $57140

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