Pearl River Community College – Hattiesburg Branch

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 Pearl River Community College – Hattiesburg Branch. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Pearl River Community College – Hattiesburg Branch PTA Program Overview

Pearl River Community College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program, offered at the Hattiesburg (Forrest County) campus, is a well-respected two-year Associate in Applied Science degree designed to prepare students for rewarding careers under the supervision of licensed physical therapists. The curriculum combines general education with specialized PTA courses and hands-on clinical experiences, following both state frameworks and national accreditation standards.
Admission is selective due to high demand and limited class sizes. Students complete approximately 70 credit hours covering subjects such as anatomy, patient care skills, therapeutic exercise, neurology, orthopedics, and various clinical practicums across local healthcare settings—including hospitals and rehabilitation centers serving South Mississippi.

Graduates consistently achieve impressive outcomes: recent years show board exam pass rates ranging from 81%–95% on first attempt (100% ultimate), a perfect graduation rate over the past two cycles (100%), and a 100% employment rate within six months—testament to strong regional employer partnerships in Hattiesburg’s growing medical sector.

Program costs are competitive with other community colleges; financial aid is available for qualifying students. Unique advantages include small class sizes led by experienced faculty like Department Chair Tracie Thornton (tthornton@prcc.edu), robust support services through PRCC’s Wildcat Resources network, transfer guidance via MATT tools for further study at Mississippi universities—and convenient access to Hattiesburg’s vibrant health care job market. Graduates leave ready to make an immediate impact as compassionate PTAs throughout Mississippi communities.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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