Overview

Overview

Find out everything you need to know about applying to the Physical Therapist Assistant program, including prerequisite courses you need to complete, and how and when to apply for program entry.

The Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum is structured so that it may be completed in six consecutive quarters once you have been accepted into the program.

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Program Requirements

Prerequisites

Students must complete the following prerequisites:

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Prerequisite Policies

  • All prerequisite courses must have a minimum 2.0 GPA to qualify for admission. Students must also submit a PTA course review if transferring credits to OC. 
  • All prerequisite courses must have been completed within the past 10 years.
  • Applicants may be enrolled in the final prerequisite course at the application deadline (April 30th) but must complete the prerequisite course during Spring term for the year in which they are applying. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who have completed prerequisite coursework prior to  the April 30 deadline.

Program Costs

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Program Costs

Visit our Program Outcomes webpage for information on estimated Physical Therapist Assistant program costs. 

Estimated Program Costs