Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Loma Linda University is a two-to-four-year credential offered by this private nonprofit institution located in Loma Linda, CA. This program falls under CIP code 51.0806 in the rehabilitation and therapeutic services field, preparing students to assist licensed physical therapists in delivering patient care.

Loma Linda University also offers related programs including an associate degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management, a certificate in Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, and bachelor's degrees in Pathology/Pathologist Assistant and Radiologist Assistant, along with an associate degree in Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist. The Physical Therapy Assistant program provides students with clinical and didactic training in therapeutic exercise, patient assessment, and rehabilitation techniques applicable to hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care settings.