Keiser University – Miami

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 Keiser University – Miami. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Keiser University – Miami PTA Program Overview

Keiser University’s Miami campus offers an Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), designed to prepare students for entry-level positions working under licensed physical therapists. The program consists of 74 credit hours, including foundational coursework like Human Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, Pathophysiology, Therapeutic Exercise, Patient Care Procedures, and two clinical experience rotations that provide hands-on training at local healthcare facilities.
Admission into the PTA core requires completion of prerequisites with strong grades (minimum “B” in key sciences) and at least 10 hours of observation or work experience split between inpatient and outpatient settings. Students must also pass a background check and meet with the Program Director before starting technical courses.

The estimated total cost for the PTA program is around $47,000—including tuition, fees, textbooks ($6,000), materials/equipment costs ($100), licensure exam fees ($862.50), APTA membership ($92), background checks/drug screening (~$750+), and other related expenses.

Graduates are eligible to sit for state licensure exams; Keiser publishes outcomes such as graduation rates and employment on its website. The Miami location provides access to diverse clinical sites across South Florida—a region known for its robust healthcare industry—offering excellent job prospects after graduation due to ongoing demand in hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes and clinics. Small class sizes ensure personalized instruction from experienced faculty committed to student success in this dynamic field.

Video from Keiser University – Miami

PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Keiser University – Miami as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Online PTA Schools

Compare Keiser University – Miami’s PTA program to online PTA programs listed below.