Northeast Community 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 Northeast Community College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Northeast Community College PTA Program Overview

Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Nebraska offers an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in healthcare. The PTA program leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree and is known for its rigorous, hands-on curriculum that blends classroom learning with practical lab experiences using current technology and innovative exercise equipment.
Students complete a combination of general education and specialized courses over two years, totaling approximately 74 credit hours. Coursework covers anatomy, kinesiology, therapeutic modalities, patient care techniques, clinical pathology, and multiple supervised clinical rotations in local healthcare facilities across northeast Nebraska. Before starting clinicals during the second year, students must meet essential physical demands and pass health screenings including vaccinations and background checks.

The PTA program at Northeast boasts strong graduate outcomes—most graduates are well prepared for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for PTAs—and enjoys excellent job placement rates due to partnerships with regional employers such as Faith Regional Health Services and Rangeland Rehab. Tuition is affordable compared to many other programs; financial aid options are available.

One unique aspect of this program is its close-knit advisory committee featuring experienced therapists from area hospitals and clinics who help ensure the training stays relevant to local workforce needs. With small class sizes on a friendly campus just off Highway 275 in Norfolk—a hub for rural healthcare—the Northeast PTA program offers both personal support and career-ready skills right here in northeast Nebraska.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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