Carrington College – Pleasant Hill

Location: Pleasant Hill, California
Program: Physical Therapist Assistant
Rating: 4.1

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 Carrington College – Pleasant Hill. 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

$9,570

Graduation Rate

100%

Licensure Rate

92%

Employment Rate

97%

Application Dates

Apply Online

Accreditation

CAPTE

Student Rating

4.1

Carrington College – Pleasant Hill PTA Program Overview

Carrington College – Pleasant Hill offers an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associate of Science degree, designed to prepare students for rewarding roles in healthcare. The program can be completed in as few as 19 months and includes both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience at local facilities throughout the East Bay area. Students learn essential skills such as patient care techniques, documentation, ethical behavior, emergency response actions, and collaboration with physical therapists.
The curriculum covers anatomy & physiology, clinical kinesiology, therapeutic exercises, and more—equipping graduates to help patients regain mobility after illness or injury. Upon completion, students are eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for PTAs; California graduates must also pass the California Law Exam.

Recent outcomes highlight strong performance: between 2022-2023 at Pleasant Hill campus there was a graduation rate of 97.6%, ultimate licensure exam pass rate of 93.8%, and employment rate of 96.9%. Tuition varies by location; prospective students should consult Carrington’s Academic Catalog or financial aid office for current costs—financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Pleasant Hill’s proximity to major Bay Area medical centers provides valuable externship opportunities in diverse settings from Walnut Creek hospitals to rehabilitation clinics across Contra Costa County. The campus is also accessibility-friendly with features like AudioEye optimization for assistive technology users—a unique benefit supporting all learners on their path into this high-demand field.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Carrington College – Pleasant Hill as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Director

Natalie Bates PTA, MSHS

Email

Natalie.Bates@carrington.edu

Phone

(702) 688-4142

Address

380 Civic Drive, Suite 300 Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Outcomes

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