Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Wytheville Community College is a two-to-four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Wytheville, VA. The program falls within the health sciences field (CIP 51.0806) and prepares students to work alongside licensed physical therapists in clinical settings, assisting with patient care and rehabilitation activities.

Within the allied health field, this program fits alongside other health-focused offerings at Wytheville Community College, including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. Students interested in technical and applied fields may also find related options in Industrial Technology/Technician and Precision Metal Working. The physical therapy assistant field requires hands-on clinical training in addition to coursework covering anatomy, patient care techniques, and therapeutic procedures.