Florida Southwestern State 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 Florida Southwestern State College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Florida Southwestern State College PTA Program Overview

Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) offers an accredited Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at its Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda, a growing area between Fort Myers and Sarasota. This full-time program spans 14 months across three and a half semesters, enrolling only 25 students annually each January to ensure personalized instruction.
The PTA curriculum consists of 74 credit hours: 15 general education credits, 15 program-specific prerequisites, and 44 core PTA credits. Students progress as a cohort through courses like anatomy & physiology, kinesiology, therapeutic exercise, neurological disorders, musculoskeletal pathology, clinical internships throughout Southwest Florida counties (Lee, Collier, Charlotte), and more. Classes run weekdays from approximately 8:30 am–5 pm.

Graduates are eligible for the National Physical Therapy Exam required for licensure in Florida. FSW’s PTA program is C.A.P.T.E.-accredited—an essential credential for employment—and emphasizes compassionate care with contemporary skills tailored to local community needs.

Career prospects are strong; PTAs are in high demand statewide across hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehab centers, home health agencies—even schools and long-term care facilities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and FSW data sheets (available on their website), starting salaries are competitive.

Tuition aligns with FSW’s $10K Degree Options initiative—making it one of the most affordable paths into this fast-growing field locally.
For admission details or cost breakdowns contact Dr. Cynthia Vaccarino or visit fsw.edu/pta-program.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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