Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at McHenry County College is a two-to-four-year credential offered by this public institution in Crystal Lake, IL. Classified under CIP code 51.0806, the program prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in delivering patient rehabilitation services within the allied health field.

McHenry County College offers several related programs, including Registered Nursing, Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Restaurant and Culinary Management. Students in the physical therapy assistant program can expect training in therapeutic exercise, patient mobility, treatment documentation, and supervised clinical practice in rehabilitation settings.