Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Gulf Coast State College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Panama City, FL. Classified under CIP code 51.0806 in the physical therapy technology field, the program prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in clinical environments, with training in therapeutic exercise, patient mobility, and rehabilitation support techniques.

Gulf Coast State College offers this program within a broad allied health and career-technical curriculum that includes Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Computer and Information Systems Security, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, and Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management. Students completing the Physical Therapy Assistant certificate can expect clinical practicum experiences in addition to classroom and laboratory instruction, in preparation for national PTA certification examinations.