Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Western Iowa Tech Community College is a 2-to-4-year certificate offered by this public institution in Sioux City, IA. The program prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in delivering patient care, including therapeutic exercise, mobility training, and rehabilitation techniques in clinical settings.

This program falls within the rehabilitation and therapeutic professions field (CIP 51.0806). Western Iowa Tech offers a range of other health-related programs, including Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician, Surgical Technology/Technologist, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. Additional programs at the school span trades and technology fields, including Electrician and Recording Arts Technology/Technician. Students completing this program may pursue employment in physical therapy clinics, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers.