Recognized as one of the 50 best community colleges in 2013 by Washington Monthly, Itawamba Community College in Mississippi offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in physical therapy assistant technology. Washington Monthly bases its rankings on student engagement survey responses,
retention and graduation rates. The two-year degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Entrance into the program is extremely competitive. The college receives far more applications than can be accommodated. Students prepare for state licensure exams by exploring clinical and theoretical issues related to the field.
In 2012, "Community College Week Magazine" listed Ozarks Technical Community College as the fifth fastest growing community college in the U.S. The Associate of Applied Science in physical therapy assistant degree program at Ozarks Technical Community College prepares graduates to meet state of Missouri standards as they relate to practicing the profession in various health care settings. Ozarks Technical Community maintains a 100 percent career placement rate. Scholars gain exposure to areas such as therapeutic exercise and massage.
Frederick Community College secured a spot on Aspen Institute's 2013 list of top community colleges. Located in Maryland, the institution was included based on retention, learning outcomes and graduation rates. Frederick Community College awards an Associate of Applied Science in physical therapy assistant. The associate degree program is offered through the Mid-Maryland Allied Healthcare Consortium. Generally, scholars enroll in general education classes at Frederick Community College and complete physical therapy assistant course work at Carroll Community College.
In 2012, students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science degree program at Lane Community College in Oregon achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the National Licensing Exam for Physical Therapist Assistants. The college accepts approximately 24 applicants into the degree program yearly. Physical therapy assistant majors receive instruction through a combination of online instruction, hands-on laboratory activities and supervised clinical experiences. Lane is Oregon's third largest community college, and the institution maintains membership in the League for Innovation in the Community College, the most notable consortium for two-year colleges.