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1 Guilford Technical Community College Limited Entry Programs Office 140 Hassell Health Technologies Center, Jamestown Campus Created June 7, 2018 Physical Therapist Assistant Associate in Applied Science Fall 2019 Entry Jamestown Campus Application Deadline: Friday, May 31, 2019 at 5:00pm Total Credit Hours Required for Degree: 69 Maximum Number of Students Accepted Annually: 24 Brief Description of Program: The Physical Therapist Assistant Program prepares graduates to work in direct patient care settings under the direction and supervision of Physical therapists.

2 Graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science degree and are eligible to take the National Physical Therapy Licensure Exam (NPTE) for Physical Therapist Assistants administered by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. General Education Coursework Course Title Credits BIO 168 Anatomy & Physiology I (completed since 2009) 4 PHY 110 & PHY 110A Conceptual Physics and Conceptual Physics Lab 4 PSY 150 General Psychology 3 ENG 111 Writing & Inquiry 3 HUM/FA Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 BIO 169 Anatomy & Physiology II (completed since 2009) 4 One of the four.

3 COM 110 or COM 231 or ENG 112 or ENG 114 Introduction to Communications or Public Speaking or Writing/Research in the Disciplines or Professional Research and Reporting 3 24 Total General Education Credits: Professional Coursework Semester 1 (Fall) Semester 2 (Spring) Semester 3 (Summer) Semester 4 (Fall) PTA 110 PTA 125 PTA 135 PTA 145 PTA 215 PTA 222 PTA 245 PTA 225 PTA 255 PTA 212 PTA 235 PTA 155 PTA 185 Total Semester Credits: 12 Total Semester Credits: 13 Total Semester Credits: 8 Total Semester Credits: 12 Additional Program-Specific Admission Criteria Plan to attend a mandatory Physical Therapist Assistant Program Information Session after July 1, 2018.

4 Completion of the following General Education Courses with a C or better: BIO 168 PHY 110/110A PSY 150 ENG 111 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Completion of the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). A minimum score of 62 is required. Guilford Technical Community College Limited Entry Programs Office 140 Hassell Health Technologies Center, Jamestown Campus Created June 7, 2018 Brief Description of Profession, Including Career Opportunities and Work Environments: Physical Therapist assistants work directly in the rehabilitation of people throughout the lifespan who have lost their ability to move and participate in functional activities due to an illness or injury.

5 Physical Therapist assistants are also involved in the prevention of the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. Employment for licensed Physical Therapist assistants is available in hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, home health agencies, public school systems, education centers, industrial health centers, athletic facilities, and fitness centers. Essential Functions: The mission of the Physical Therapist Assistant program is to prepare graduates for entry-level work positions in the field.

6 All students will be expected to perform assigned skills and class assignments at the same level, with or without accommodations. It is the responsibility of the applicant to read the essential functions carefully and to ask for clarification of any standard that is not understood. To be successful in the Physical Therapist Assistant program, students will need to demonstrate skills in the following areas: Communication (reading and verbal) Math Analytical/Comprehension Visual Acuity Physical /Emotional Behavioral For a detailed description of the program s technical standards, please visit the Physical Therapist Assistant Program website: Program Outcomes: Upon completion of the Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum, graduates will be able to.

7 Perform in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others. Demonstrate expected clinical behaviors in a professional manner in all situations. Perform in a manner consistent with established legal standards, standards of the profession, and ethical guidelines. Adapt delivery of Physical therapy services with consideration for patients difference, values, preferences, and needs. Communicate in ways that are congruent with situational needs. Develop plans to improve knowledge, skills, and behaviors.

8 Demonstrate clinical problem-solving. Perform Physical therapy data collection and interventions in a competent manner. Produce quality documentation in a timely manner to support the delivery of Physical therapy services. Participate in the efficient delivery of Physical therapy services. Estimated Program Costs: The approximate in-state cost for the PTA Program is $7,000. For the most current information on tuition and student/course-specific fees, refer to the Cashier s Office webpage: Tuition rates are established by State Board of Community College in accordance to actions taken by NC General Assembly.

9 Student fees are established by GTCC Board of Trustees in accordance to the State Board of Community Colleges. All rates are subject to change. Program and Employment Statistics: Matriculation Rate (2017): 37% Graduation Rate (2016-2017): 83% Pass Rate on Licensure Exam (2016-2017): 100% Employment Rate (2016-2017): 100% For more information on employment in this field, visit GTCC s Career Coach tool: Accreditation: The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Guilford Technical Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accred-itation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

10 Accrediting Agency Contact Information: CAPTE 1111 North Fairfax Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (703) 706-3245 Credentialing/Licensing Requirements: Graduates are eligible to take the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for Physical Therapist Assistants. Graduates must pass the NPTE in order to become licensed and practice Physical therapy in North Carolina. MINIMUM ADMISSION CRITERIA Physical Therapist Assistant Program Fall 2019 Entry Application Deadline: May 31, 2019 at 5:00pm Applicant Name _____ ID# _____ Complete the GTCC Admissions Process.