Pima Medical Institute – Denver

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 Pima Medical Institute – Denver. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Pima Medical Institute – Denver PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Pima Medical Institute’s Denver campus offers an Associate of Occupational Science degree designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in healthcare. The curriculum spans approximately 18 months, requiring about 75 weeks and totaling 1,586 hours of instruction. Students take a blend of classroom and hands-on courses covering anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, medical terminology, disease processes, therapeutic exercise techniques, ethics and law. Clinical externships are a major component—giving students real-world experience at local sites throughout the Denver metro area.
Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Physical Therapy Examination (for PTAs), opening doors to work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools or home health settings across Colorado and beyond. Job prospects are strong; according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics demand is projected to grow much faster than average due to an aging population.

Pima Medical stands out with dedicated career services support—including help with resumes and job searches—and personalized clinical placements that often lead directly to employment after graduation. Tuition costs vary by year but financial aid options like Pell Grants and federal loans may be available for qualifying students.

Located near downtown Denver with easy access via public transportation or I-25/I-70 highways, PMI’s campus provides both flexibility and community connections—ideal for those looking to start their PTA journey right here in Colorado’s vibrant healthcare sector.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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