Cecil 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 Cecil College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Cecil College PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Cecil College in North East, Maryland offers a rigorous and supportive pathway to an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. Spanning five semesters, the 70-credit curriculum combines 24 credits of general education with 46 credits in PTA-specific coursework. Students benefit from hands-on clinical experiences across Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania—leveraging Cecil’s unique tri-state location for diverse training opportunities.
The program prepares graduates to take the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE), meeting licensure requirements for all 50 states. Recent cohorts boast impressive outcomes: graduation rates average over 75%, NPTE pass rates are consistently at or near100%, and job placement within one year is also reported at100%. Tuition and fees for local residents total approximately$11,636 over two years;
additional costs include books ($1,500), uniforms ($80), lab fees ($1,200), and APTA membership.

Admission is competitive with selective entry each spring; applicants must complete prerequisite courses and achieve qualifying scores on the TEAS exam. Faculty are highly credentialed professionals actively practicing in their fields.

Cecil College’s PTA program stands out for its commitment to academic excellence and community service—a reflection of the college’s mission. Graduates find careers throughout hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, rehab centers—and contribute directly to meeting regional healthcare needs as skilled members of rehabilitation teams serving Cecil County and beyond.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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