Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

 

NOTES: The first two semesters can be flexibly arranged, with multiple sections of each course being offered most semesters, although some courses must be completed in sequence such as the Biology and Psychology courses. 

Orientation/Freshman Seminar (ORI 110) is a required class at WSCC for all entering freshmen. Students who are transferring in at least 12 credit hours are exempt from this requirement.

Medical terminology must be a three credit hour course. One or two credit hour courses are insufficient and will not transfer.  

All courses with the PTA prefix must be completed at WSCC. 

AAS PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT – Guided Pathway/Map

1st Semester

HUM and MTH may be substituted per program director's approval. 

Item #
Title
Credits
HUM 101CreditsProgramDownload as PDFIntroduction to Humanities I3.00This is the first course in a two-semester sequence which offers the student an introduction to the humanities using selections from art, music, literature, history, and philosophy which relates to a unifying theme.
Sub-Total Credits
17

2nd Semester

SPH may be substituted per program director's approval. 

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
13

NOTE: The final three semesters of the program must be completed in the sequence shown. Classes are only available as full-time day classes.

5th Semester-Summer Semester ONLY

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
7
Total credits:
69

Overview

Program

Type

Associate in Applied Science