Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Mont Alto, PA. The program prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in patient care, covering therapeutic exercises, treatment procedures, patient communication, and the clinical skills required for PTA licensure.

This program is part of the rehabilitation and therapeutic professions field (CIP 51.0806). Penn State Mont Alto also offers related programs including a certificate in Occupational Therapist Assistant, an associate degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and an associate degree in Registered Nursing. Students at this Mont Alto, PA campus can pursue a focused set of allied health credentials across physical therapy, occupational therapy, and health administration.