Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Chattanooga State Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Chattanooga, TN. The program is part of the allied health assisting professions field (CIP 51.0806) and prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in administering rehabilitation treatments and therapeutic exercise programs in clinical settings.

Chattanooga State Community College also offers related programs in health and technical fields, including an Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician certificate, a Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician certificate, an Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) certificate, and Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist certificates at both credential levels. Students can expect a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on clinical practicums in preparation for the NPTE-PTA examination.