Horry-Georgetown Technical 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 Horry-Georgetown Technical College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Horry-Georgetown Technical College PTA Program Overview

Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) offers an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), designed to prepare students for rewarding careers helping patients regain mobility and function. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) and delivered at HGTC’s Grand Strand campus, conveniently located near Myrtle Beach—an area known for its vibrant healthcare community.
The PTA program requires completion of 71 credit hours, including general education courses such as Anatomy & Physiology, English Composition, Psychology, Math/Statistics, and Humanities before advancing into specialized physical therapy coursework. Students gain hands-on experience through clinical rotations at local facilities across Horry and Georgetown counties. Unique admission requirements include a minimum 2.75 GPA on prerequisite courses, CPR certification, drug screening, background check, TEAS test scores, and at least 20 documented observation hours in a physical therapy setting.

Tuition at HGTC is notably affordable—less than half the cost of most four-year public colleges—and financial aid options are available. Graduates are eligible to take the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for licensure in South Carolina.

Career prospects are strong: PTAs work in hospitals, rehab centers, outpatient clinics—even sports medicine or home health settings—all prominent along the Grand Strand’s growing medical corridor. With small class sizes and robust student support services—including free tutoring—the HGTC PTA program stands out as a top choice for those seeking practical training with excellent job placement rates within coastal South Carolina’s thriving healthcare sector.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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