Kent State University

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. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Kent State University PTA Program Overview

Kent State University’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Technology, designed to prepare students for licensure as PTAs. Accredited since 1988 by CAPTE, the program is offered at both the Ashtabula and East Liverpool campuses—making it accessible to Northeast Ohio residents and those in surrounding areas. The curriculum spans two years (four semesters), requiring about 65-70 credit hours that combine lectures, labs in state-of-the-art facilities, seminars, and hands-on clinical experiences at local healthcare sites.
Unique to Kent State is its nationally recognized ATC-to-PTA concentration for board-certified athletic trainers. This track can be completed primarily online within 15 months with several short on-campus lab sessions in Ashtabula—a great option for working professionals.

Students gain skills needed for effective patient care under a licensed physical therapist’s supervision—including therapeutic exercises, soft tissue massage, electrotherapy modalities, documentation practices, and ethical resource management. Graduates consistently achieve strong outcomes on licensing exams and job placement rates.

The career outlook remains excellent: PTA jobs are projected to grow by 23%, fueled by rising demand from aging populations across Ohio and beyond. Tuition is competitive compared to other regional programs; financial aid information is available through campus advisors.

For more details or application guidance, prospective students should contact Kent State Ashtabula directly at thootma1@kent.edu or visit their campus overlooking Lake Erie—a vibrant location with close community ties and plentiful clinical opportunities nearby.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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