Brigham Young University-Idaho

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 Brigham Young University-Idaho. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Brigham Young University-Idaho PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Brigham Young University-Idaho, located in Rexburg, offers a focused and supportive pathway for students interested in allied health careers. Housed within the Department of Human Performance and Recreation, this associate degree program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). This accreditation ensures that graduates are eligible to sit for the national licensure exam—a requirement to practice as a PTA anywhere in the United States.
Students typically begin coursework each Fall Semester after completing prerequisite classes. The curriculum includes both classroom instruction and hands-on learning through required internship courses (PTA 198 and PTA 298), providing real-world experience with local clinics across eastern Idaho. Courses cover therapeutic exercise, balance training, patient care skills, anatomy, physiology, and professional development.

The degree requires around two years of study; specific credit hour requirements can be found in BYU-Idaho’s academic catalog. Tuition costs are notably affordable compared to many private institutions—especially for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—and financial aid options are available.

Graduates enjoy strong job prospects regionally due to growing healthcare needs throughout Idaho and surrounding states. Unique aspects include small class sizes, faith-based campus life rooted in LDS values, access to mentorship from experienced faculty like Mark Coglianese (program contact), and opportunities for service-oriented learning within tight-knit rural communities near scenic destinations like Yellowstone National Park.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Brigham Young University-Idaho as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

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