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Associate of Physical Therapist Assistant
- Batavia, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
CAPTE-accredited associate degree preparing licensed physical therapist assistants.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of Physical Therapist Assistant. Apply knowledge involving intense course load with extensive practice of treatment techniques. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Physical therapist assistant in hospitals
- Sports care clinics
- Rehabilitation centers
- Nursing homes and schools
Curriculum
- Intense course load with extensive practice of treatment techniques
- Research and collaborative projects. Includes three full-time clinical internships in different healthcare settings. A new technical sequence cohort starts every fall
- Prerequisites are math
- Biology and chemistry or physics. Graduates are eligible for the national licensing exam.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Official high school transcripts with certified English translation if needed
- Proof of financial funding
- Passport copy and proof of English proficiency for non-native speakers
- F-1 degree-seeking applicants. No minimum GPA is published.
Accepted academic background
Official high school transcripts with certified English translation if needed (foreign college transcripts via WES for transfer credit), Proof of financial funding, Copy of passport, Proof of English proficiency for non-native English speakers.
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 48
- PTE Academic 42
- Duolingo 85
- Institutional test ELS Level 109
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Proof of Financial Support (For Visa If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant at Genesee Community College. Complete the institution application form for the desired program and submit relevant academic transcripts and identification documents. Provide accepted language-proficiency evidence if it is part of the admission criteria. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $6,800 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Batavia (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health Care |
| Department | Department of Physical Therapist Assistant |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | International students can apply for Foundation scholarships and lacrosse athletic scholarships (https://genesee.edu/admissions/international-students/). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $6,800 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $8,950 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 48, PTE Academic 42, Duolingo 85, Institutional test ELS Level 109.