Shasta 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 Shasta College. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Shasta College PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Associate Degree Program at Shasta College in Redding, California, offers a well-rounded pathway for those aiming to enter the healthcare field as PTAs. Accredited by CAPTE, this program prepares students with both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience. The degree requires completion of prerequisite courses—Anatomy, Physiology (both taken within the last 7 years), Medical Terminology, and Introduction to Physical Therapy Professions—before applying.
Shasta’s PTA program is competitive; there is only one application period per year, running from late August through late September. Prospective students are encouraged to attend an information session each March to prepare their documentation and understand the process.

Core coursework covers essential topics like therapeutic exercise, neurology for PTAs, rehabilitation techniques, patient care skills, and extensive clinical practice in local Northern California facilities. The total credit hours align with state licensure requirements.

Outcomes are impressive: In 2022/23 combined data shows a graduation rate of 100%, employment rate for licensed graduates at 100%, first-time NPTE-PTA exam pass rates at nearly 88%, and ultimate pass rates above 93%. Tuition is affordable compared to private colleges—a key advantage for North State residents—and financial aid options are available.

Located near scenic trails and outdoor recreation areas around Redding—including Lassen Volcanic National Park—the campus provides a supportive learning environment unique to far Northern California. Graduates can expect strong job prospects locally due to regional demand in hospitals, clinics, skilled nursing facilities and home health settings.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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