​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Welcome to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program!

​Next Cohort to begin in May 2026

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Portfolios Accepted: 

January 5, 2026 - February 27, 2026

Final Deadline:

February 27, 2026, at 5 PM

Admissions Decisions Sent: 

April 2, 2026, to RCSJ email account

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The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program prepares the physical therapist assistant to provide physical therapy interventions and components of therapeutic measurement under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply to take the National Physical Therapy Examination for Physical Therapist Assistants to determine competence for licensure .

This program is not designed for students who wish to progress to a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.

Physical Therapist Assistant Accreditation Status