NorthWest Arkansas Community College (Exp)

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 NorthWest Arkansas Community College (Exp). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (Exp) PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) in Bentonville offers a comprehensive pathway for those interested in helping patients improve mobility and quality of life. Students who complete the PTA program earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, making them eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapist Assistant Examination (NPTE), which is required for licensure across all states—including Arkansas.
NWACC provides two flexible options: a traditional daytime program held on campus, and a hybrid format with online coursework plus intensive three-day labs every few weeks—ideal for students living outside Northwest Arkansas or balancing work commitments. Both tracks span four full-time semesters and two part-time summer sessions, blending technical courses, hands-on clinical experience, service learning, and rigorous testing.

The curriculum covers foundational sciences, therapeutic techniques, patient care skills, and multiple supervised clinical internships. Graduates are well-prepared to support physical therapists in diverse settings like hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools or rehab centers—a growing field regionally as Northwest Arkansas expands its healthcare infrastructure.

Tuition at NWACC remains affordable compared to four-year institutions; financial aid and scholarships are available. The PTA program’s CAPE accreditation ensures graduates meet licensure requirements nationwide. Unique advantages include small class sizes and strong ties with local employers throughout Bentonville—the heart of one of America’s fastest-growing metro areas—giving NWACC grads excellent career prospects right here in Northwest Arkansas or beyond.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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