Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Hazleton, PA. This program falls within the physical therapy assistant field (CIP 51.0806) and prepares students to work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to implement treatment plans and assist patients recovering from injuries or managing physical conditions.

Penn State Hazleton also offers a Health/Health Care Administration/Management associate degree for students interested in the administrative side of the healthcare industry. Students in the physical therapy assistant program can expect coursework in anatomy, therapeutic exercise, patient communication, and clinical practice, along with supervised fieldwork in healthcare settings.