Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Location: Hudson, North Carolina
Program: Physical Therapist Assistant
Rating: 3.9

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 Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. 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

$2,528

Graduation Rate

82%

Licensure Rate

91%

Employment Rate

98%

Application Dates

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Accreditation

CAPTE

Student Rating

3.9

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute PTA Program Overview

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI), located in Hudson, North Carolina, offers an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associate in Applied Science degree. This rigorous program spans six consecutive semesters—including two summer sessions—and is designed for full-time students. The curriculum begins with general education courses and progresses to advanced technical instruction, culminating in hands-on clinical experiences at local healthcare facilities. Students participate in two full-time clinical affiliations: one lasting 6 weeks and another for 10 weeks.
The PTA program admits up to 24 students annually through a competitive process; applications are due by June 15th each year. Completion of the program qualifies graduates to sit for the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam required for licensure in North Carolina and most states.

Courses cover anatomy, patient care skills, therapeutic exercise, ethics, and more—preparing students to work under licensed physical therapists across settings like hospitals, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, and skilled nursing facilities. Recent statistics show strong outcomes: a two-year average graduation rate of 81%, ultimate licensure pass rate of 90%, and employment rate of 100%. Tuition is affordable compared to four-year institutions; estimated costs are available on CCC&TI’s website.

With job growth projected at over 30% nationally through the next decade
-especially given western North Carolina’s aging population—the career outlook is excellent locally. CCC&TI supports both traditional and non-traditional learners with robust advising resources right on campus near Lenoir-Rhyne University and scenic Caldwell County attractions.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

Director

Heather Bowman PT, MPT

Email

hbowman@cccti.edu

Phone

(828) 726-2605

Address

2855 Hickory Boulevard Hudson, NC 28638-2672

Outcomes

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