Physical Therapist Assistant

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Program

Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Degree Type

Associate of Applied Science

Award Name

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Award Code

M_AAS_PTA

Financial Aid Eligibility

Program approved for financial aid

Program Description

PTAs work under the direction of physical therapists, helping to manage conditions such as back and neck injuries, sprains/strains and fractures, arthritis, burns, amputations, strokes, multiple sclerosis, birth defects, injuries related to work and sports, and many other conditions. You will work in a broad range of settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, extended care, sub-acute facilities, homes, schools, fitness centers, and sports training facilities.

Program Prerequisites and Additional Requirements

Arithmetic (AR) Next Gen ACCUPLACER score of 265 taken within the last 5 years; MAT 0250 or MAT 0300 or appropriate placement score.
Be at least 18 years old.
The PTA program at Morgan Community College uses a competitive admission process. Contact the Health Occupations Student Success Advisor.
Complete and pass a Colorado Community College System Healthcare program background check.
The criminal background check is to be completed within 90 days of the first day of the program.
Pass 10-panel drug screen.
Although possession and use of marijuana is no longer a crime in the State of Colorado, the possession and use of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Consistent with federal law, including the Controlled Substances Act and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, the use and/or possession of marijuana continues to be prohibited for students seeking admission or enrolled in a health program at Morgan Community College. Therefore, a student with a drug screen showing positive for use of marijuana is ineligible for admission and/or continuance in the program.
Proof of compliance requirements are submitted through an online record tracking systems. Which includes, at a minimum:
- Proof of current immunizations, annual influenza vaccinations, and annual tuberculosis testing.
- Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card.
- Driving record submission from the DMV.
- Purchase of student malpractice and liability insurance through the MCC College Store.
- Proof of workers compensation form.

Other Requirements

Minimum grade of "C" for each course
Minimum cumulative MCC GPA of 2.0 to graduate
(Remedial/Developmental level courses do not apply.)
25% of the credits in this program must be taken at MCC