Southwestern Oklahoma State University

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 Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Southwestern Oklahoma State University PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU), in partnership with Caddo Kiowa Technology Center (CKTC) in Fort Cobb, OK, offers a comprehensive pathway for those interested in entering the dynamic field of physical therapy support. Beginning August 2023, all professional PTA classes are held exclusively at CKTC’s campus in Fort Cobb—a rural community located about an hour west of Oklahoma City—offering students smaller class sizes and personalized instruction.
This adults-only program awards an Associate in Applied Science degree upon completion. The curriculum includes general education courses such as English Composition and U.S. History, technical prerequisites like Human Anatomy and Physiology, and specialized PTA coursework including Therapeutic Exercise and Pain Management. In total, students complete approximately 52 credit hours before graduation.

Admission is competitive: applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.7 on college-level work, documented observation hours under licensed PTs or PTAs, reference letters, and successful background/drug screenings. Only up to 16 students are admitted each year.

Graduates become eligible to sit for the national licensure exam required by the state of Oklahoma. With local salaries ranging from $43-50K annually—and strong job growth projected due to increasing healthcare needs—the outlook is bright for SWOSU/PTA graduates.

Tuition follows standard SWOSU rates; estimated costs can be found through CKTC’s student financial fact sheet. Notably, this accredited program provides hands-on training within southwest Oklahoma’s supportive health care network—making it an excellent choice for those seeking both quality education and meaningful careers close to home.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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