City Colleges of Chicago – Malcolm X 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 City Colleges of Chicago – Malcolm X College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

City Colleges of Chicago – Malcolm X College PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at City Colleges of Chicago – Malcolm X College offers an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree designed to prepare students for licensure and employment as PTAs. The program requires completion of prerequisite courses—including English, biology, math, physics, psychology, and several exercise science classes—before applying through a selective admissions process. Once admitted, students complete specialized coursework in human anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, disease processes, and physical therapy interventions across the lifespan.
Spanning approximately 69 credit hours over two years (including clinical rotations), the curriculum combines classroom learning with hands-on experience in local hospitals, rehab centers, outpatient clinics, and home health agencies throughout Chicago—a city known for its world-class healthcare facilities. Tuition is competitive; current rates are available via CCC’s Net Price Calculator. Financial aid options include scholarships and grants.

Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam (NPTAE). Employment prospects remain strong both locally and nationally: PTAs are in high demand due to aging populations and increased focus on rehabilitation services.

Unique to Malcolm X College is its central location near Illinois Medical District at 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., providing access to leading medical institutions for clinical experiences. Accredited by CAPTE*, this diverse urban campus emphasizes career-focused training with support resources like advising and tutoring tailored specifically for health sciences students.

*Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at City Colleges of Chicago – Malcolm X College as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

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