Physical Therapy Assistant

Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC offers a two- to four-year certificate in Physical Therapy Assistant at this public institution. The program is classified under the health professions and related clinical sciences CIP field (51.0806) and prepares students to work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists, providing rehabilitation services to patients in clinical, hospital, and outpatient settings.

This program is offered alongside a range of health and vocational certificates at Southwestern Community College, including Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Medical/Clinical Assistant, Radiologic Technology, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, and Cosmetology/Cosmetologist. Students completing the Physical Therapy Assistant certificate at this western North Carolina campus can expect training that supports eligibility for the national physical therapist assistant licensure examination.