Our Physical Therapist Assistant Program consists of general education and physical therapy courses designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for program completion. Concurrent theoretical and clinical experiences enhance the relation of theory to practice. Clinical experience is provided in a variety of settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, outpatient clinics and skilled nursing facilities.
- Physical Therapist Assistant Brochure (PDF)
- Admission Points (PDF)
- Accreditation and Curriculum Plan (PDF)
- Admission Process (PDF)
- Program Sequencing of Courses (PDF)
- Licensure (PDF)
- Student Outcomes (PDF)
Important!! Physical Therapist Assistant Students may apply on-line, however, an application MUST be filled out at Baker-Gaines Central location. Each student must sign the back of the application, and give a copy of their drivers license in order to complete the application.
Accreditation
Bishop State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; telephone: 404-679-4500.
Bishop's Physical Therapist Assistant Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email:
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: website: capteonline.org.
The student is awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree upon successful completion of the program.
Classes are held at the Baker-Gaines Central Campus.
Department Faculty
| Pam Wehner, D.P.T. | Tel. 251.405-4447 | This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |
For degree requirements, see the Course Catalog. For current class offerings, see Class Schedules.
