Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical therapist assistants are educated and licensed clinicians who provide care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The physical therapist sssistant provides specifically prescribed treatments and exercises that improve one’s mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit physical disability. In addition, physical therapist assistants help restore, maintain and promote overall fitness and health. Physical therapist assistants may find employment in many diverse settings, such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, private physical therapy practices, home health agencies, rehabilitation facilities, schools, and long-term care facilities. The Physical Therapist Assistant program at Walters State through academic and clinical education, prepares students to apply to take the National Physical Therapist Assistant examination. Obtaining a passing score on the national examination is required to practice as a physical therapist assistant in the state of Tennessee.