Anoka Ramsey 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 Anoka Ramsey Community College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Anoka Ramsey Community College PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Anoka-Ramsey Community College offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree designed to prepare students for immediate employment as PTAs. The program, offered at the Coon Rapids campus just north of Minneapolis, is a competitive special admission track with applications accepted each February. Applicants must complete specific prerequisite courses and take the Health Science Reasoning Test (HSRT), which measures critical thinking skills.
The PTA curriculum covers foundational sciences, therapeutic techniques, patient care skills, and includes hands-on clinical experiences in local healthcare settings—leveraging strong connections with Twin Cities employers. The AAS degree requires around 60-64 credits over two years full-time study.

Anoka-Ramsey’s PTA program stands out for its outcomes: recent graduates boast a 100% employment rate within six months and high pass rates on the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE). Tuition is competitively priced compared to private schools; current cost estimates can be found on their website’s financial fact sheet.

Graduates are eligible for licensure in Minnesota—and nearly every other state—thanks to CAPTE accreditation. Local students appreciate Anoka-Ramsey’s supportive faculty and convenient locations in Cambridge or Coon Rapids. With its affordable tuition, excellent job placement record, and strong community partnerships across the northern metro area, ARCC’s PTA program is ideal for those seeking a respected entry into physical therapy careers close to home.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Anoka Ramsey 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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