What is a physical therapist assistant?

A physical therapist assistant is a skilled technical health care provider who works under the supervision of a physical therapist. The physical therapist assistant works with a variety of patients who have been disabled by illness, accident or congenital handicap.

What duties does a physical therapist assistant perform?

A physical therapist assistant may perform such duties as:

• Implementing treatment programs involving exercise, massage, hydrotherapy and other forms of stimuli
• Reporting to the physical therapist on the patient’s response
• Hospital
• Nursing Home
• School for the disabled
• Rehabilitation center
• Home health agency
• Sports medicine center

What is the income potential for a physical therapist assistant?

Income varies depending on the type of physical therapist assistant position. The median income for the U.S. is $32,000 and the median income for Louisiana as of May 2006 was $40,070.

What will the physical therapist assistant degree allow me to do?

Earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree at Louisiana College and enter the job market immediately upon passing the licensure examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.

How do I apply for admission to Louisiana College?

Simply go to the Louisiana College website (www.lacollege.edu) and select “Admissions” and then “Application for Admission”. There you will find all the information you need to start the process of becoming a physical therapist assistant.