Associate in Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant in Kent United States | Green River College

Green River College | Kent United States
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Qualification
Associate Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 11,553
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) provide support under the guidance of:

Licensed Physical Therapists through therapeutic exercises
Functional mobility training
Assistive equipment (including prosthetic devices)
Modalities like hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, ultrasound, phototherapy, and thermotherapy to enhance, preserve, and improve physical capabilities.
Green River College's (GRC) PTA program focuses on equipping students with the skills, analytical abilities, and judgment needed for thriving careers as PTAs. Our program delivers thorough, inclusive, high-quality education centered on both learning and patient needs.

The curriculum aims to enable graduates to deliver excellent patient care under physical therapists' supervision across diverse communities in various healthcare environments. Alumni will be equipped to practice safely, ethically, legally, and efficiently while adapting to healthcare's dynamic landscape.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

High School and 9th grade transcript (sealed envelope)
Transfer students (from other schools in the US to GRC):
Transfer-in Eligibility Form
Copy of visa
Copy of I-20
Unofficial transcript from previous school
You must present the complete admissions package to the U.S. consulate in your home country.
After we receive your complete application with the required documents, an admissions package will be created for you within two business days. This contains a Green River acceptance letter and your I-20, which is an official document that confirms your acceptance as an international student in the USA.
TOEFL iBT 61 or higher on the international TOEFL or the iBT Special Home Edition while TOEFL testing centers are closed during the COVID-19 pandemic
IELTS 5.5 no band lower than 5.0

Tuition USD 11,553

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