Montgomery College – Takoma Park

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 Montgomery College – Takoma Park. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Montgomery College – Takoma Park PTA Program Overview

Montgomery College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus is a well-established, accredited pathway for those aiming to enter the healthcare field as licensed PTAs. The program leads to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and spans five consecutive semesters, combining classroom learning, hands-on patient care labs, and full-time clinical internships in local healthcare settings. While core courses are sequenced over two years, many students spend additional time completing prerequisites before starting.
The curriculum covers essential topics such as anatomy and physiology, therapeutic exercise techniques, patient care skills, and professional ethics. Students must complete both general education requirements and specialized PTA coursework totaling around 70 credit hours.

After graduation, students are eligible to sit for the national licensure exam—a requirement for practice in Maryland and most other states. Montgomery College’s PTA program boasts strong outcomes: graduates consistently pass board exams at high rates and find employment quickly in hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, or home health agencies throughout Montgomery County and the greater DC area.

Tuition costs vary based on residency; Montgomery County residents benefit from lower rates compared to out-of-county or out-of-state students. Financial aid options include scholarships specific to health sciences majors.

Unique among community colleges in Maryland due to its state designation by MHEC since 1996—and with recent reaccreditation through June 2031—the MC Takoma Park location offers robust support services including tutoring centers and career counseling just steps away from downtown Silver Spring’s diverse amenities.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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