Prairie State 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 Prairie State College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Prairie State College PTA Program Overview

Prairie State College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program, located in Chicago Heights, Illinois, offers a comprehensive Associate of Applied Science degree designed to prepare students for entry-level PTA positions. This two-year program consists of 74 credit hours over five consecutive semesters and combines online lectures with on-campus labs and extensive off-campus clinical experiences at facilities throughout the greater Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana area.
The curriculum covers foundational science courses like Anatomy & Physiology I and II, specialized PTA coursework such as Kinesiology, Therapeutic Interventions, Clinical Practicum experiences totaling 680 hours, and general education requirements. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses to progress. The blended format provides flexibility while ensuring hands-on learning.

Program outcomes include strong employment prospects—100% employment rate for recent graduates—and eligibility to sit for the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE), required for licensure in Illinois. While NPTE pass rates have varied recently (50% ultimate pass rate average over two years), job growth is robust: Cook County PTAs see median wages around $72K/year; Will County reports even higher projected growth.

PRAIRIE STATE COLLEGE admits only 24 students each fall through a selective process favoring district residents.< Applicants should be prepared for rigorous academics as well as physical demands typical of healthcare roles. Tuition costs are competitive among community colleges; additional expenses include background checks, drug screening, immunizations, and clinical fees. For more information or admissions guidance specific to your situation—including residency points—contact PSC Selective Admissions at 708-709-3517 or visit their website.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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