Northwest Mississippi 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 Northwest Mississippi Community College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Northwest Mississippi Community College PTA Program Overview

Northwest Mississippi Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program, located at the main Senatobia campus, is a robust and well-developed pathway for those interested in entering this rapidly growing healthcare field. Established from a 2016 vision to expand local health sciences education, NWCC’s PTA program is fully accredited by CAPTE—meaning graduates are eligible for licensure nationwide.
The Associate of Applied Science degree requires completion of core coursework and clinical rotations over two years. While there are no prerequisite college courses required to apply, applicants must have an ACT composite score of 18 or higher and complete at least 20 volunteer/observation hours. Anatomy & Physiology I/II with labs must be completed within five years before starting the program; students may take these during their first year if needed.

Admission is competitive and includes submitting transcripts, observation documentation, passing the HESI A2 entrance exam on campus, background checks, drug screening, and meeting essential functions. The estimated total cost—including tuition and fees—is available via NWCC’s financial fact sheet.

Outcomes are strong: recent graduation rates average 90%, employment rates hit 100%, and licensure pass rates exceed 80%. With physical therapy assistant jobs expected to grow by 35% nationally through 2030—and high regional demand due to rising chronic health issues—the career outlook for NWCC graduates is excellent.
Uniquely rooted in Northwest Mississippi’s needs, this daytime-only program offers both quality instruction and outstanding job prospects close to home.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Northwest Mississippi 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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