Physical Therapist Assistant
Do you want to work with a physical therapist to help people restore and maintain their mobility and function at their best? The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at HFC prepares you for employment as a licensed PTA.
Interested in this program?
Why should I choose this program?
PTAs assist the physical therapist in the treatment of individuals of all ages who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.
By the time you graduate our PTA program, you will be able to gain employment as a PTA to be part of a health care team delivering safe, ethical, and competent physical therapy services, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
The PTA program provides you with a unique blend of classroom learning and practical learning experience. You will have the opportunity to apply scientific, technical knowledge and skills gained in the classroom and laboratory to a professional clinical setting. We have a state-of-the-art lab equipped with current physical therapy equipment, including a body-weight support system, the latest electrical stimulation and ultrasound technologies, and a large variety of exercise equipment. In your final semester, you will gain full-time clinical experience in a local physical therapy facility, where you will apply and expand your knowledge, utilize problem-solving and professional skills to the rehabilitation of real patients under the supervision of a licensed PTA and physical therapist.
What skills will I learn and improve?
- Therapeutic exercise
- Functional training
- Physical modalities such as electrotherapy and ultrasound
- Problem-solving
- Clinical experience
- Professional rehabilitation skills
What are my career opportunities?
You may work in a variety of settings, including:
- Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinics
- Hospitals
- Sub-Acute Nursing Facilities
- Home care
- In-patient Rehab Facilities
PTA Program Outcomes
PTA Program Outcomes: 2023-2024 Report
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2023-2024 2-Year Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation | 84.2% | 72% | 77.3% |
| Licensure Ultimate Pass Rate | 95.2% | 83.3% | 88.2% |
| Licensure First Time Pass Rate | 75% | 72.2% | 73.5% |
| Employment Rate | 100% | 100% | 100% |
PTA Program Outcomes: 2024-2025 Report
| Year | 2024 | 2025 | 2024-2025 2-Year Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation | 72% | 70% | 71% |
| Licensure Ultimate Pass Rate | 83.3% | 92.9% | 87.5% |
| Licensure First Time Pass Rate | 72.2% | 92.9% | 81.25% |
| Employment Rate | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Financial Information
Program Accreditation Information
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Henry Ford College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria Virginia 22305-3085
Telephone: 703-706-3245
Email: accreditation@apta.org
If you need to contact the program/institution directly, please call 313-317-6576 or email sepedley@hfcc.edu.
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