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Become a Physical Therapist Assistant (A.S.) and Start Your Career in Rehabilitation
Gain the knowledge, clinical skills, and hands-on training needed to support physical therapists and help patients restore movement, function, and quality of life.
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Associate of Science degree (76 credits / 1,785 clock hours) -
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Prepares students for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE-PTA)
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Physical Therapist Assistant A.S. Degree Program Overview
The Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant at SABER College
prepares students with the clinical knowledge, technical skills, and
supervised practical experience needed to assist physical therapists in
restoring patient movement and function. Students complete theoretical
instruction, hands-on lab training, and supervised clinical education.
This integrated learning model ensures graduates are ready to support
patient care and contribute effectively within physical therapy settings.
Why Choose the Physical Therapist Assistant A.S. Program at SABER College?
Comprehensive curriculum integrating theory + clinical training
Structured learning through classroom instruction and on-campus labs
Real-world experience through supervised clinical education
Supportive learning environment with hands-on skill development
Career-focused education aligned with physical therapy practice standards
Hands-on training from day one to build real patient-care confidence
What You Will Learn in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
You’ll develop the clinical, technical, and patient-care skills required to
support physical therapists and deliver safe, effective rehabilitative care
in real clinical settings.
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Kinesiology
- Pathology related to physical therapy
- Principles of rehabilitation
- Nursing ethics and patient safety
- Professional ethics and patient safety
- Therapeutic exercise techniques
- Physical therapy modalities
- Functional mobility training
- Patient positioning and transfer
- Gait training and mobility assistance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient interaction and education
- Team-based clinical collaboration
- Professional communication in healthcare settings
- Clinical responsibility and ethics in patient care
Apply your knowledge and skills in real healthcare environments
under professional supervision, gaining hands-on experience in
physical therapy practice.
Physical Therapist Assistant Program Curriculum
76 Credits | 1,785 Clock Hours
- English I
- Applied Mathematics
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Anatomy & Physiology I + Lab
- Human Anatomy & Physiology II + Lab
- Healthcare Terminology
- Introduction to Physical Therapist Assistant with Lab
- Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology with Lab
(Continued course list includes advanced clinical and therapeutic skills integrated throughout the program)
Students participate in supervised clinical experiences in real
physical therapy settings, applying knowledge and skills in patient
care under professional guidance.
Career Outlook for Physical Therapist Assistants
Physical Therapist Assistants play an essential role in supporting
patient care under the direction and supervision of licensed
physical therapists.
Graduates of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program are prepared
to assist in the delivery of rehabilitative care in real healthcare
settings.
Possible Career Paths:
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Rehabilitation Assistant
- Mobility Support Specialist
- Clinical Support Professional in Physical Therapy settings
- Outpatient Physical Therapy Team Member
Physical Therapist Assistants work in clinics, outpatient rehabilitation
centers, long-term care facilities, sports medicine settings, and other
healthcare environments where physical therapy services are provided.
What Our Students Say
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Submission of official transcripts with minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Personal oral interview with the program director or representative
- Completion of a minimum of 20 observation hours in a physical therapy setting (signed)
- Successful criminal background check and drug screening
Our admissions team provides personalized support through every step.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at SABER College spans
approximately five semesters, with integrated academic, lab, and
supervised clinical education designed to prepare you for practice
in physical therapy settings.
Yes. Financial aid options, including federal grants and loans for those who qualify, are available.
Our admissions team can guide you through available options and the application process.
Yes. Graduates of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program are prepared to sit
for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE-PTA), the exam required for
licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Accredited by
SABER College is currently Institutionally Accredited by the Council on
Occupational Occupation (COE) and Licensed by the Commission for Independent
Education (CIE). The Board of Nursing programmatically licenses the
Professional Nursing Program (BON), and The Commission programmatically
accredits the Physical Therapist Program on Accreditation in Physical
Therapy (CAPTE).
