Keiser University
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
Lakeland Campus
Lakeland, FL
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
20 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Physical Therapy Technician Certification — PTTC
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A Physical Therapy Technician/Aide works under the direction and supervision of Physical Therapists. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain. Physical Therapy Assistants are involved in the direct care of patients. A Physical Therapy Technician/Aide often does tasks that are indirectly related to patient care, such as cleaning and setting up the treatment area, moving patients, and performing clerical duties.
Certifying Organization
American Medical Certification Association
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown
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Keiser University
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
Fort Myers Campus
Fort Myers, FL
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
20 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Institute of Technology
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Clovis
Clovis, CA
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
75 Weeks
App fee
None
Tuition
$33,150 for the Program
Institute of Technology
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Redding
Redding, CA
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
75 Weeks
App fee
None
Tuition
$33,150 for the Program
Keiser University
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
Melbourne Campus
Melbourne, FL
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
20 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Keiser University
Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
Miami Campus
Miami, FL
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
20 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Suggested because Physical Therapy Technician Certification applies to Physical Therapist Assistants. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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