Institute of Technology – Modesto

Location: Modesto, California
Program: Physical Therapist Assistant
Rating: 4.5

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 Institute of Technology – Modesto. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Program Length

2 years (5 semesters)

Program Type

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Delivery Method

On-Campus

Total Program Cost

$56,862

Graduation Rate

100%

Licensure Rate

91%

Employment Rate

97%

Application Dates

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Accreditation

CAPTE

Student Rating

4.5

Institute of Technology – Modesto PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Institute of Technology – Modesto offers an Associate Degree designed to prepare students for a rewarding healthcare career. This CAPTE-accredited program is relatively new, with its first graduating class in 2023. Students can expect comprehensive training across diverse physical therapy settings—including outpatient clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and skilled nursing facilities—reflecting the needs of the Central Valley’s growing healthcare sector.
The curriculum covers essential topics such as anatomy, patient care skills, therapeutic exercises, and clinical education experiences that take advantage of partnerships with local providers. The total credit hours required typically align with standard associate degree requirements; specific course lists and credit breakdowns are available through the school’s admissions office or website.

Recent graduation rates for all IOT campuses ranged from 57% to 83%, while placement rates reached up to 80%. Notably for Modesto’s inaugural cohort: out of 24 enrolled students, 11 graduated (46%), nine secured jobs in their field (82% placement), and those who took the licensing exam achieved a perfect pass rate (100%). Tuition costs can be found on IOT’s Tuition and Expenses page.

Graduates are eligible for licensure as PTAs in California—a profession currently experiencing strong demand both locally in Stanislaus County and statewide. With hands-on instruction from experienced clinicians familiar with regional health needs,IOT-Modesto provides practical pathways into one of California’s most stable allied health careers.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Institute of Technology – Modesto as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Director

Nijoel Meyer PTA, M.S.PTA

Email

nmeyer@iot.edu

Phone

(209) 545-3100

Address

5601 Stoddard Rd. Modesto, CA 95356

Outcomes

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