Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical health worker who performs physical therapy interventions under the directions of a Physical Therapist. This program is accredited by the National Vocational Training Institute.

LENGTH AND KIND OF PROGRAM

The program is one (1) year for a Certificate course and three (3) years for a Diploma course. General education and Physical Therapist Assistant classes are scheduled on the campus. Correlated clinical experiences begin the second semester and continue throughout the program. These experiences take place at selected hospitals and clinics in Accra usually during regular business hours.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (PRE-REQUISITES):

EXPENSES

Enrollment fees, lab fees, physical exam/immunizations, background check, books, and supplies will cost approximately Ghs 5000.00 over the year. Students are responsible for their own living accommodations, any additional on-boarding fees for clinical experiences, uniforms, and transportation to selected hospitals and clinics. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, the student will be eligible to receive and wear the Physical Therapist Assistant pin, which is given at a graduation ceremony. The cost of the pin is the responsibility of the student.

ATTENDANCE AND SCHOLARSHIP

All students are expected to comply with the attendance requirements of the College and of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. To remain in the program, students must maintain a “C” or higher in all courses.

LICENSURE

Successful completion of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program qualifies the graduate to take the National Vocational Examination for Physical Therapist Assistants. Additional information regarding licensure requirements, fees, etc. can be found on our website.

PROGRAM PROGRESSION / COMPLETION

Successful completion of all course work is necessary for completion of and graduation from the program of study. To complete the program, students must maintain a grade of “C” or higher; whether enrolled in combined lecture/lab courses, practicums, or clinical experiences. When content is tiered, each level must be completed according to identified criteria. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students are eligible to receive their certificate.

COURSES

Course Number	Course Name
A&P 150	Human Anatomy
A&P 151	Human Physiology
ENGL 100	Freshman Composition
MATH 80	Intermediate Algebra
PSYC 101	General Introductory Psychology
MA 161	Medical Terminology
COMM 100	Fundamental of Oral Communication
PTA 110	Introductory to Physical Therapy
PTA 120	Kinesiology
PTA 125	Pathology
PTA 126	Clinical Practicum I
PTA 128	Physical Therapy Aspects of Growth & Developemt
PTA 130	Soft Tissue Interventions
PTA 235	Neurology
PTA 230	Therapeutic Exercise
PTA 233	Prosthetics and Orthotics for Applied Health Professionals
PTA 236	Clinical Practicum II
PTA 129	Physical Therapy Aspects of Aging & Integumentary Management
PTA 240	Activities of Daily Living
PTA 245	Advanced Modalities
PTA 246	Clinical Affiliation
PTA 250	Licensing Exam Review

The program has made every reasonable effort to determine that everything stated in the information sheet is accurate. Matters contained herein, are subject to change without notice by the administration of the department for reasons related to student enrollment, level of financial support or for any reason at the discretion of the Program. The Program further reserves the right to add, amend, or repeal any of the rules, regulations, policies and procedures, consistent with applicable laws.