Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Greenville Technical College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Greenville, SC. Classified under CIP code 51.0806, the program is part of the health professions field and prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in providing rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injury, illness, or surgery.

At Greenville Technical College, students can also explore related programs such as Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, Institutional Food Workers, Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, and Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. Physical therapy assistant graduates are typically required to pass the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE-PTA) for licensure and may find employment in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities.