About this program
Under the direction and supervision of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants treat patients through exercise, manual therapy, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.
PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
Austin Community College District · Austin, Texas
2 years Program length
$64,080 Median salary typical after licensure
Guided pathway
Your route into PTA
Not ready to apply directly? Start a credential ladder that ends here. We enroll you in the first program and map every requirement along the way.
Career outlook
Employers hire physical therapist assistants to carry out treatment plans through exercise, manual therapy, and gait training under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.