Fact Sheet
• The PTA program is a two-year 69-70-credit course of study.
• Prerequisites comprise 18 credits that must be completed before entry.
• 11 credits of additional required courses can be taken before entry.
• The remaining 40 credits (PTT) must be taken in sequence over two years.
• Students must be accepted for entry into the Program and start in the fall.
• Students graduate with an Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS).
• Students combine academic study in PTA procedures, anatomy, kinesiology, & medical conditions with clinical education and practice.
Career Preparation
• Program graduates are prepared for successful employment in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, extended care facilities, schools, and out-patient clinics.
• Graduates must take a national exam to qualify for licensure.
• They work under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists.
• They treat patients suffering from physical disabilities due to disease, injury, or post-surgery with the purpose of improving their function, strength, and mobility.
• They implement the treatment plan using a variety of procedures, modalities, therapeutic exercises, functional training, and patient education.
Job Outlook
• There is an increasing public awareness of the importance of rehabilitation and wellness and a demand for services.
• More positions are opening up in hospitals, Extended Care Facilities, Home Health, Wellness Centers, and • Private Practices as the general population needs more health care.
• The variety of physical therapy settings continues to increase nationwide.
• Job opportunities in the metropolitan area continue to increase.
• Full-time, Part-time, week-end and PRN (as needed) positions are available.
• Full time salaries for new graduates vary, but are currently start at ~ $35-45,000 per year.
• Hospitals pay a little less than private clinics, but have better benefits.
• Part-time and PRN hourly rates are ~$30 - 50 per hour
Selective Admissions Requirements
• Pre-requisites for the Program (14-18 credits) and all transcripts from other institutions must be completed prior to admission for the fall semester.
• Written verification of 20 hours observation/volunteer work in a physical therapy setting must be submitted to the admissions office.
• Interested students must submit applications to the Selective Admissions Counselor for the following fall admission: 410-462-8571.
Program Information
Allied Health Office
410-462-7720
PTA Program Coordinator
James M. Dyett, Jr., PTA, LMT, PhD.
jdyett@bccc.edu
410-462-7723Revised 03/15/13
