Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (Exp)

Location: Marinette, Wisconsin
Program: Physical Therapist Assistant
Rating: 4.5

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 Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (Exp). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Program Length

2 years (5 semesters)

Program Type

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Delivery Method

On-Campus

Total Program Cost

$4,659

Graduation Rate

94%

Licensure Rate

98%

Employment Rate

91%

Application Dates

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Accreditation

CAPTE

Student Rating

4.5

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (Exp) PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) offers a comprehensive pathway to an associate degree in the growing field of physical therapy. This CAPTE-accredited program, available at NWTC’s Green Bay and Marinette campuses, requires completion of 71 credits over approximately two years for full-time students. The curriculum blends classroom learning with hands-on clinical experience, covering courses like Applied Kinesiology, Therapeutic Exercise, Biophysical Agents, Neuro and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, and several clinical practice rotations.
Students gain skills in therapeutic exercise instruction, patient education, documentation practices, critical thinking within care plans under supervision of licensed physical therapists—all essential for success on the National Physical Therapist Examination (NPTE). Program outcomes emphasize clear communication with patients and healthcare teams as well as ethical conduct aligned with industry standards.

Program costs include tuition—eligible for financial aid—as well as expenses related to uniforms and transportation to clinical sites around northeast Wisconsin. Students must also complete background checks per state caregiver laws and maintain CPR certification. Unique to NWTC is access to robust student support services such as academic coaching and career placement assistance; some students may even participate in study abroad experiences.

Graduates enjoy strong employment prospects: 88% find jobs after graduation—with many entering local hospitals or rehabilitation clinics across Greater Green Bay or rural northern communities. For those interested in continuing their studies,NWT maintains transfer agreements with four-year universities throughout Wisconsin.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (Exp) as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Director

Leah Smejkal PT, MPT, LAT

Email

leah.smejkal@nwtc.edu

Phone

(920) 498-5543

Address

1601 University Drive Marinette, WI 54143

Outcomes

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