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  • Gain hands-on experience via lab courses, simulations and service learning opportunities
  • Graduate with over 500 clinical hours providing assistance under a physical therapist’s guidance to confidently step into your career as a physical therapist assistant.
  • Continue your education our articulation agreement with UW-Parkside and other area colleges through a Physical Therapist Assistant to Doctorate of Physical Therapy Bridge Program.
  • Enter a high-demand field with the need for physical therapist assistants projected to grow in coming years.
Program Credits
65
LOCATION
Kenosha Campus
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST
Tuition & Fees: $10,944
Books and Supplies: $4,964
Start Dates
Spring, Summer, Fall
Salary Outlook
$57,803
Career Opportunities:
Physical Therapist Assistant, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant Career Pathway

Career Pathways are designed to help you reach your educational goals and explore college and career options. Pathways are made up of related certificates, diplomas and degrees that build on common skills and knowledge. You can begin at any point on the Career Pathway and customize your pathway to fit your goals. View the pathway for your area of interest.

There are many opportunities, both in high school and through previous college, work, and/or military experience, to earn credit for prior learning at Gateway.

Associate degrees are typically completed in two years by full-time students and combine hands-on technical skills with general education. Associate degree opportunities in this pathway include:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Prepare to enter your exciting new career, or choose to continue your education with another Gateway program or by transferring your credits to a four-year college or university.