Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Lackawanna College PTA Program Overview

Lackawanna College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) associate degree program, offered at the Scranton campus in northeastern Pennsylvania, is a two-year program designed for students eager to help others regain mobility and improve their quality of life. The curriculum blends hands-on lab experiences with classroom instruction and clinical placements, covering courses such as Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Ethics, Therapeutic Modalities, Orthopedic Rehab/Basic Skills, Functional Kinesiology, and more. Students must complete prerequisite science coursework before entering the program.
The PTA program requires approximately 64-66 credit hours for graduation. Admission is selective and involves an application process that includes essays, references, interviews, clinical observation hours in multiple PT settings (20 total), and proof of academic readiness (minimum 2.5 GPA). Tuition rates are competitive; prospective students can use Lackawanna’s Net Price Calculator or contact financial aid for details on costs and scholarships.

Outcomes are strong: all graduates who pass the national licensure exam have achieved a 100% employment rate post-licensure in recent years. The field itself is expected to grow by over 30% through 2031 according to federal projections—a promising outlook locally given Scranton’s robust healthcare sector.

A unique feature is Lackawanna’s transfer agreement with Harrisburg University: qualified PTA grads can seamlessly continue toward a bachelor’s in Exercise Science—and potentially even pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy—making this an excellent stepping stone for long-term careers in physical therapy across NEPA.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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