Kent State University – (Exp 2)

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 Kent State University – (Exp 2). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Kent State University – (Exp 2) PTA Program Overview

Kent State University’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program—offered at the Ashtabula and East Liverpool campuses—prepares students for rewarding careers in healthcare. The program awards an Associate of Applied Science degree, typically requiring around 65-70 credit hours, which can be completed in about two years with full-time study. For those who are already NATA-BOC Certified Athletic Trainers, Kent State offers a unique condensed PTA concentration: this accelerated hybrid/online track is just 15 months long—the only CAPTE-accredited option of its kind nationwide.
Coursework covers foundational sciences, therapeutic exercise, patient care techniques, and clinical education experiences. Students complete three clinical rotations locally plus six weekend lab intensives on campus in Northeast Ohio. All lectures are online with flexible scheduling—a real advantage for working professionals or commuters from areas like Cleveland or Erie.

The cost is competitive among regional programs; financial fact sheets are available to help estimate tuition and fees. Graduates consistently achieve strong licensure pass rates and job placement outcomes across Ohio and the U.S., reflecting high demand for PTAs nationally—with employment projected to grow much faster than average through 2032.

Kent State stands out not only for its experienced faculty but also its supportive community atmosphere along Lake Erie’s shoreline in Ashtabula—a welcoming environment that blends small-town friendliness with access to major metropolitan resources nearby. There is no waitlist; applications are accepted until seats fill each spring.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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