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Attention: Prospective Students
This application is now 100% online and will be available through the Allied Health Department page. Paper applications will not be accepted.

OPENS: Jan. 29, 2018 @ noon | CLOSES: April 16, 2018 @ 4pm

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New Curriculum Effective Immediately

Christine's stairsInformation Sessions 2017-2018
Room S-207 - Allied Health Building

 

 

 

 

 

Please click on the link to find dates and times for information session. RSVP's are not required for attendance at the one-hour information session.

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Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Class of 2016 PTA Graduation Ceremony

Mission Statement

The primary mission of the PTA Program at San Diego Mesa College is to provide excellence in the education and development of competent physical therapist assistants that provide high quality patient care through evidence based practice to diverse populations and become leaders within the health care community and profession.

goals for graduates

  1. Select and perform safe and effective interventions within the:
    • PTA scope of practice.
    • Physical therapist’s plan of care.
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of California physical therapy laws and regulations.
  3. Demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors consistent with professional standards and practice.
  4. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as appropriate for a PTA.
  5. Participate in self-assessment and develop plans to improve knowledge, skills, and behavior as appropriate for a PTA.

Information Sessions

Please click on the link to find dates and times for information session. RSVP's are not required for attendance at the one-hour information session.

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Graduation Rates

2016    77.8%
2017    83.3%

The program is challenging and full-time commitment to the program is recommended.

Licensure Examination Pass Rate


2016  100%
2017  100%

Employment Rate

100% of our graduates who have sought employment within 6 months of passing the licensure exam have succeeded. This data is reflective of classes graduating in 2013, 2014, and 2015.

Accreditation

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at San Diego Mesa College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 N. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org.


Approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California

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