Germanna Community College (Exp)

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 Germanna Community College (Exp). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Germanna Community College (Exp) PTA Program Overview

Germanna Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program, with its main campus in Locust Grove and an expansion at Laurel Ridge, offers a comprehensive pathway to an Associate of Applied Science Degree. This five-semester, full-time program totals 68 credit hours and prepares students for immediate entry into the workforce as licensed PTAs. The curriculum blends classroom learning with hands-on clinical experiences across local healthcare facilities, emphasizing evidence-based practice and sensitivity to diverse patient backgrounds.
Key prerequisites include courses like Human Anatomy & Physiology I, Developmental Psychology, English Composition I, a humanities elective, and orientation—ensuring students are well-prepared before entering core PTA studies. Admission is competitive; applicants must complete prerequisite coursework, attend an information session (held virtually monthly), meet with advisors from Germanna or Laurel Ridge campuses between November 15 and May 1, take the TEAS exam, submit official transcripts for evaluation if needed—and undergo background checks plus health screenings upon acceptance.

Outcomes highlight strong performance: Locust Grove boasts an 88% graduation rate with 100% job placement; Laurel Ridge’s recent cohort achieved perfect licensure pass rates and employment outcomes.
Tuition remains affordable compared to four-year institutions—a key benefit in Virginia’s Piedmont region where demand for PTAs continues to rise due to growing healthcare needs among aging populations.

Accredited by CAPE—the gold standard in physical therapy education—Germanna’s PTA program ensures graduates can sit for national licensure exams valid throughout all U.S. states and territories.
Local connections mean many alumni find jobs right here in central Virginia after graduation.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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