Physical Therapy Assistant

Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville, IL offers a 2- to 4-year certificate in Physical Therapy Assistant through this public institution. The program prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in providing patient care, including therapeutic exercises, treatment procedures, and patient communication.

This credential falls within the physical therapy assistant field (CIP 51.0806). Southwestern Illinois College also offers programs in Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Network and System Administration/Administrator, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, and Culinary Arts/Chef Training. The physical therapy assistant program is part of the college's healthcare offerings and serves students in the Belleville, IL area seeking allied health credentials.