Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: Prepare students to become integral members of the physical therapy health care team under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Framework includes anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, fundamentals of diseases and conditions, treatment plans, rehabilitation therapies, the musculoskeletal system, and ethics and laws governing the practice of physical therapy. Competencies to be achieved: Aseptic Technique, Positioning/Draping, Body Mechanics. Cryotherapy, Thermotherapy, Ultrasound, Electrotherapeutic Modalities, Mechanical Traction – Cervical and Lumbar, Soft Tissue Mobilization. Goniometric, Manual Muscle Test, Postural, Gait Assessments, Joint Mobilization, Vital Signs, Functional Training – Transfers, Application of Assistive Devices, PNF Patterns, Therapeutic Exercise- Strengthening, Anthropometric Characteristics. Balance & Coordination Assessment. B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $43,383.00
C. Books required:
Documentation for Physical Therapist Assistants ,6E,davis,class set,9781719643085
Netter's Atlas of Human Anatomy,8E,els,class set,9780323680424
Anatomy and Physiology & Online Package,11E,els,bundle,9780323775717
Applied Law and Ethics in Health Care ,1E,cen,print,9780357623879
Applied Communication for Healthcare ,2.1.2,fw,print,9798887943350
Basic Medical Language,7E,els,print,9780323876384
Dreeban-Irimia's Introduction to Physical Therapy Practice for Physical Therapist Assistants,4E,j&b,print,9781284289725
Math Basics for the Health Care Professional,5E,ph,print,9780134703695
Physics: A Conceptual World View,7E,cen,print,9780495391524
Trail Guide to the Body ,6E,bod,print,9780998785066
PhysioU (2-yr contract), Complete Anatomy , Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Manual (2020 AHA Guidelines),2020,aed,print,20-1102 Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy + Kinesiology in Action,7E,davis,print,9781719644525, Life Span Motor Development (Bundled with HKPropel Platform),7E,matt,print,9781718210806
Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant,3E,els,print,9780323792776
Physical Agents in Rehabilitation,6E,els,print,9780323761949
Fundamental Orthopedic Management for the Physical Therapist Assistant,5E,els,class set,9780323661713
Daniels and Worthingham's Muscle Testing,11E,els,print,9780323824200
Measurement of Joint Motion: A Guide to Goniometry ,5E,davis,print,9780803645660
Physical Rehabilitation ,8E,davis,print,9781719646918
Principles & Techniques of Patient Care,7E,els,print,9780323720885
Therapeutic Exercise Foundations & Techniques ,8E,davis,print,9781719640473
"PTA Student Kit (small and large goniometers, gait belt, tape measure)",*Listed for program cost purposes only., Improving Functional Outcomes in Physical Rehabilitation ,3E,davis,print,9781719640909
PTAExam: The Complete Study Guide,2024,score,print,9781890989477
D. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Name: Julie Pate Email: jpate@pmi.edu Phone: 520-326-1600 ext. 31122 E. Direct Website link to the program: https://pmi.edu/on-campus-programs/associate/physical-therapist-assistant/ F. Additional information: Application requirement: all applicants must obtain and provide a valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Dept of Public Safety (A.R.S. §32-2022). G. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://pmi.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Pima_Medical-2024_2025-Catalog_volX-WEB.pdf p177 H. Credentials: Industry Recognized: YES Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: CAPTE and APTA. Stackable: NO. Portable: YES, Can work in a variety of setting and eligible to apply for licenture/certification in other states. Accredited Curriculum: YES Accrediting Agency: ABHES https://www.abhes.org and CAPTE http://www.capteonline.org/home.aspx I. Credential Attainment Rate: 85.7%
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
75
Hours
67
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Pima Medical Institute - Tucson
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Tucson Campus
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Type of Attainment:
Associate of Occupational Science Degree
Name of Credential
Associate Applied Science Physical Therapist Assistant
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Federal Financial Aid
Refund Policy
See Program Synopsis
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,701.00
In-State Tuition
$39,767.00
Other Fees
$600.00 Technology fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$39,767.00
Registration Fee
$150.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$165.00 Uniforms
Total In-State Program Cost
$43,383.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$43,383.00
