San Juan College (Exp)

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Program: Physical Therapist Assistant
Rating: 4.5

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 San Juan College (Exp). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Program Length

2 years (5 semesters)

Program Type

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Delivery Method

On-Campus

Total Program Cost

$1,618

Graduation Rate

64%

Licensure Rate

90%

Employment Rate

100%

Application Dates

Apply Online

Accreditation

CAPTE

Student Rating

4.5

San Juan College (Exp) PTA Program Overview

San Juan College’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program in Farmington, NM, offers a comprehensive Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree designed to prepare students for rewarding healthcare careers. This two-year program consists of five semesters and blends classroom learning with hands-on experience through simulation labs and two full-time clinical externships. SJC provides both on-campus and online/hybrid options—ideal for local residents or those balancing work and family commitments. The hybrid format requires short visits to campus each semester.
The curriculum covers anatomy, kinesiology, therapeutic exercise techniques, patient care procedures, pain management modalities like massage and electrotherapy, documentation skills, and professional standards as outlined by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Students also learn how to support patients across the lifespan in diverse settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, sports facilities—even home health agencies.

With an estimated in-state cost around $6,710—and possible eligibility for New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship funding—SJC stands out as an affordable choice. Graduates are eligible for licensure exams nationwide; recent alumni have found employment locally at San Juan Regional Medical Center or regionally throughout New Mexico and neighboring states.

San Juan College is one of only four CAPTE-accredited PTA programs in New Mexico. Located near scenic outdoor destinations like the Four Corners Monument and Chaco Canyon National Historical Park,SJC offers not just excellent training but a unique Southwest living experience that supports student success inside and outside the classroom.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

Director

Kristina Lacey PTA, MAEd

Email

laceyk@sanjuancollege.edu

Phone

(505) 566-3425

Address

4601 College Boulevard Farmington, NM 87402-2469

Outcomes

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