Central New Mexico Community 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 Central New Mexico Community College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Central New Mexico Community College PTA Program Overview

Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) offers a comprehensive Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program that leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree. Located in the heart of Albuquerque, CNM’s PTA program spans six terms and is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Each year, just 16 students are accepted through a competitive process managed by the Coordinated Program Entry Office, with classes starting every fall.
The curriculum blends classroom instruction with hands-on clinical lab work and patient simulations. Students complete three full-time clinical education experiences under licensed physical therapists, preparing them for real-world practice in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, or home healthcare settings throughout New Mexico. The program emphasizes evidence-based care while respecting each patient’s unique needs—including age and cultural background—which reflects the diversity found across Albuquerque.

Graduates consistently achieve impressive outcomes: recent years show graduation rates near 90%, first-time pass rates on the National Physical Therapy Exam up to 100%, and employment within six months at 100%. Tuition is competitively priced for New Mexico residents; financial aid options include scholarships and flexible payment plans.

Unique to CNM is its supportive campus environment—students benefit from resources like career counseling and transfer pathways if they wish to pursue further study in physical therapy or related health fields. With strong local healthcare partnerships and small class sizes, CNM’s PTA program prepares you for success right here in central New Mexico.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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