Physical Therapist Assistant

‡ Prerequisite required.

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.

Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.

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2023-24 Program Cards

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Spring start: Petition for program in September (only one time a year)

Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines

Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar

• Function under the supervision of a physical therapist in a safe, legal, professional, and ethical manner to ensure the safety of patients, self, and others throughout the clinical interaction
• Demonstrate clear and collaborative communication with patients, families, and health care team
• Exhibit behaviors and conduct that reflect respect and sensitivity according to physical therapy practice standards
• Produce documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills to implement and modify treatment within a plan of care under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist
• Perform data collection essential for carrying out the plan of care under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Perform technically competent, evidence-based physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Educate patients, families, and other health providers
• Integrate components of operational and fiscal practices of physical therapy service in a variety of settings
• Implement a self-directed plan for career development, credentialing, and lifelong learning

The need for physical therapist assistants is projected to grow due to increases in the geriatric population and the increased need for support personnel in all areas of healthcare. Wisconsin requires licensure before the physical therapist assistant may practice in this state. For additional career information, visit www.apta.org.

Possible Careers

Average Starting Salary - $44,398

This program admits students through a petition selection process. 
Learn more about the petition process

The following are also required for admission to the program: 

• HP-A2 pre-qualifying exam, minimum composite score of 75%
• B- or higher in the following courses: 
  • BIOSCI-177* or BIOSCI-201* and 202*
• Spring start: Petition for program in September (only one time a year)

Learn about scholarship opportunities here.

The Physical Therapist Assistant program at MATC is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100,
Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085;
Telephone: 800-999-2782; 703-706-3245;
Email: accreditation@apta.org
Website: http://www.capteonline.org
File a complaint with CAPTE: http://www.capteonline.org/Complaints/