Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Northwest Florida State College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Niceville, FL. The program prepares students to work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists in rehabilitative care settings, assisting patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions.

Classified under the rehabilitation and therapeutic professions CIP field (51.0806), this program includes both academic coursework and clinical training. Northwest Florida State College also offers related programs including Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology, Welding Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Computer and Information Systems Security, and Emergency Medical Technology/Technician certificates. Students can expect instruction in therapeutic exercise, patient mobility, modalities, and clinical practicum experiences in physical therapy facilities.