Introduction
Program Overview
Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) work under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. PTA's perform various physical therapy services specified in the plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist.
Program at a glance
- Credits 74
- Degree Type A.A.S.
- Location East Grand Forks Campus
-
Optional 
Need assistance or have questions? Contact us today at: Email or call us at 800.959.6282.
Career Outlook
Future career information.
PTA’s are employed in a wide variety of settings, including hospitals, physical therapy clinics, rehabilitation centers, pediatric facilities, home health agencies, schools, and long-term care facilities.
Information provided by CAREERwise.
Program Accreditation
Northland Community & Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The Physical Therapist Assistant program at Northland Community and Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave. Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: www.capteonline.org.
If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 218-793-2565 or email justin.berry@northlandcollege.edu.
The PTA Program Financial Fact Sheet is required by CAPTE to be posted on the Physical Therapist Assistant public-facing website.
Need HELP?
Have questions or want more information?
Get started today by talking to a Northland admissions representative about connecting your educational goals to a Physical Therapist Assistant career path.
Need help now? Send us a text.
Have questions about Northland or our free online application process? We’ve made it easier to get your questions answered! Connect with an admissions representative right away by texting us at:
Let’s do this.
Ready to get started?
Request info
Don’t know where to begin? Find help with application, program information, and more.
Schedule a Visit
Visit Northland by scheduling a visit or view our campuses from your home with a virtual tour.
Apply Now
Your first step to becoming a Pioneer is applying for admission. Our free online application makes the process as convenient as possible.