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Associate of Science

Physical Therapist Assisting Program

Our Lady of the Lake College’s Physical Therapist Assisting (PTA) Program was developed to prepare students to effectively assist in the assessment and treatment of physical therapy patients. Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, students gain knowledge and skills essential to physical therapy procedures through a program of integrated classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences.

CURRICULUM

The Associate of Science in PTA Program consists of two parts totaling 70 credit hours. Part one (35 credit hours) is made up of arts and sciences courses and can be completed on a part0time basis or within one year as a full0time student. Students enroll in the second part of the program-clinical-on a competitive entry basis. Once enrolled, the student attends three consecutive full-time semesters (35 credit hours) in order to complete the degree requirements.

ADMISSION

All applicants should meet the following minimum requirements for admission to the PTA Program:

· High school diploma with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or better of the equivalent of a high school diploma (General Education Development) with an average score of 50 or better.

· Achievement of a minimum ACT composite score of 20.

(Above two requirements waived following successful completion of nine (9) hours of arts and sciences coursework required for the PTA Program.)

· Achievement of a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) on all college work attempted.

(Above requirement may be waived following successful completion of nine (9) hours of arts and sciences coursework required for the PTA Program.)

· Additional requirements:

· Completion of the arts and sciences courses required for the PTA program with a grade point average of 2.75 or better (on a 4.0 scale) (see curriculum Plan). GPA in arts and sciences courses must be 2.75 at the time of application.

· Completion of a minimum of 100 hours of volunteer or work experience, preferably in two or more different physical therapy settings.

Our Lady of the Lake College welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All transcripts are reviewed on an individual basis, according to College policy, in order to determine eligibility and placement in the program. Equal educational opportunities are offered to all who meet entrance requirements, without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, creed, marital status or age.

ENROLLMENT

Applications to the PTA Program are due on or before March 1 for the June class. Up to 22 students are accepted into the program each year. Call (225) 768-1700 for application information.

FINANCIAL AID

The Our Lady of the Lake College Student Financial Aid Office is available to all applicants to discuss eligibility for financial assistance. Please call (225) 768-1714 to schedule an appointment.

Applicants are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical center also offers tuition reimbursement to qualifying employees.

REQUEST FOR MATERIALS

For more information about the Associate of Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting email Kitty Krieg, Program Head or to request an application packet, please call (225) 768-1700 or e-mail: OLOL Collegeinfo@ololcollege.edu.

Current Catalog Information:

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