Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Kirkwood Community College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Cedar Rapids, IA. Part of the physical therapy assisting field (CIP 51.0806), the program prepares students to work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities.

Students receive training in therapeutic exercise, patient mobility assistance, modality application, and documentation of patient progress. Kirkwood Community College also offers related programs in Diesel Mechanics Technology, Computer Support Specialist, Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design, and Culinary Arts, providing diverse vocational and technical training opportunities for students across the Cedar Rapids area.