Northern Virginia 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 Northern Virginia Community College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Northern Virginia Community College PTA Program Overview

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) offers a comprehensive Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associate Degree program designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in healthcare. Located at the Medical Education Campus in Springfield, this two-year, full-time program consists of 69 credit hours—including 8 prerequisite credits—spread over five semesters. Students engage in classroom learning, labs, clinical affiliations, and field trips that provide hands-on experience with real patients under professional supervision.
The curriculum covers essential topics such as anatomy, patient care skills, therapeutic exercise techniques, and rehabilitation procedures. NOVA’s PTA program is accredited by CAPTE and boasts impressive outcomes: recent cohorts have seen graduation rates above 90%, ultimate licensure pass rates near 96%, and high employment within a year of graduation.

Tuition at NOVA remains affordable compared to many four-year institutions—a key advantage for local residents—and financial aid options are available. The college also values diversity; support services are offered for military members and international students throughout Northern Virginia’s vibrant communities.

Unique to NOVA is its mandatory information session for prospective applicants—an opportunity to meet faculty and learn more about the field before applying. With Northern Virginia experiencing rapid growth in healthcare jobs (BLS projects a 26% increase in PTA positions), graduates are well-prepared for work across hospitals, clinics, schools, rehab centers or even contract agencies locally or beyond.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Northern Virginia Community College as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

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