California Baptist University

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 California Baptist University. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

California Baptist University PTA Program Overview

California Baptist University (CBU), located on a picturesque 162-acre campus in Riverside’s historic Magnolia Avenue district, offers an Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) that stands out for its faith-based approach and strong community focus. Accredited by CAPTE, the PTA program spans two years across five semesters and requires completion of 56 credit units. Tuition is $1,505 per unit—totaling approximately $82,948—including general fees and specialized course fees.
Students benefit from small class sizes with low student-to-faculty ratios and learn under experienced faculty who bring diverse specialties to the classroom. The curriculum blends theory with hands-on clinical experience in settings such as outpatient orthopedics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities throughout Riverside County—a region known for its growing healthcare needs.

Key courses include Introduction to Physical Therapy, Basic Clinical Skills, and Neurology II. Graduates are prepared to sit for the National Physical Therapy Exam (PTA version), boasting recent graduation rates averaging 93.9%, licensure pass rates at 86.2%, and a remarkable employment rate of 100% within one year post-graduation.

With an average hourly wage for PTAs locally at $30.12—and projected national job growth of19% through 2032—the career outlook is bright.CBU’s Christ-centered environment also encourages personal excellence, service-minded care, lifelong learning, and spiritual development alongside professional training—a unique hallmark among Southern California programs.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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