Onondaga Community 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 Onondaga Community College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Onondaga Community College PTA Program Overview

Onondaga Community College (OCC) in Syracuse, NY offers a comprehensive Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree designed to prepare students for rewarding careers helping patients regain mobility and confidence. This two-year, full-time program is delivered in-person on OCC’s main campus, providing hands-on learning through classroom instruction and clinical experiences at local healthcare facilities.
Students complete approximately 65 credit hours covering topics like anatomy, kinesiology, therapeutic exercise, patient care skills, and ethics. The curriculum emphasizes compassionate care within ethical guidelines while teaching students how to review medical charts and implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of licensed physical therapists.

Graduates are eligible to sit for the national PTA licensure exam—OCC boasts an impressive 94.7% first-time pass rate (2021-22 aggregate), with a 100% employment rate for recent graduates. Tuition at OCC is notably affordable compared to four-year colleges; financial aid specialists are available to help maximize grants and minimize debt.

The program is accredited by CAPTE and carefully aligned with New York State requirements for PTA licensure. Unique among SUNY schools, OCC supports its diverse student body with free academic resources and personalized advising.

Located just minutes from downtown Syracuse on West Seneca Turnpike—with additional classes offered at their Liverpool extension—OCC provides excellent career connections throughout Central New York’s robust healthcare sector. Applications receive full consideration if submitted by March 1st each year.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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