West Kentucky Community and Technical College

PTA Program Data

Below is complete information including curriculum, learning format, tuition and fees, student outcomes, accreditation, student reviews, and application deadlines for the Physical Therapist Assistant program at West Kentucky Community and Technical College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

West Kentucky Community and Technical College PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) in Paducah, KY, offers an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree designed to prepare students for a rewarding healthcare career. The program requires a minimum of 60 credit hours, typically completed over five semesters—one semester of prerequisites followed by four semesters of PTA-specific coursework. Admission is selective and competitive; attending one of the information sessions held throughout the year in the Barbara M. Veazey Health Sciences Building is highly recommended.
Coursework covers anatomy, patient care techniques, therapeutic exercise, clinical education experiences, and more. Students also complete hands-on clinical rotations at local healthcare facilities across Western Kentucky—an area known for its strong medical community serving both rural and urban populations.

Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapy Examination after completing their studies and can pursue licensure anywhere in the U.S., thanks to CAPTE accreditation through 2025. WKCTC boasts affordable tuition—the lowest in Kentucky—with many students qualifying for free tuition via Work Ready Kentucky Scholarships if they meet residency requirements.

Career prospects remain robust as demand grows nationwide for skilled PTAs who help patients recover mobility after injury or illness. Unique to WKCTC is its supportive campus environment right off Alben Barkley Drive in Paducah—a regional hub with excellent access to hospitals and rehabilitation centers where graduates often find employment quickly upon licensure.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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