General Inforamtion
"PTA" is short for what profession?
Physical Therapist Assistant
What's the average time PTAs spend in clinical?
16 weeks
Is a licensure required to be a PTA?
Yes
How many PTAs work in the United States?
140,300
What percentage of the PTA curriculum is classroom based? Clinical based?
Classroom: 75%
Clinical: 25%
Are the regulations for PTAs standardized across the country?
No, it varies from state to state
How many PTAs work in New York?
6,245
What is the length (in years or semesters) of PTA programs?
2 years/5 semesters
What is the organization called that creates the PTA exam?
Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)
List 3 conditions treated by PTAs
-Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
-Back pain
-Arthritis
-Developmental Delays
-Hand injuries
-Osteoporosis
-Sports injuries
-Stroke
-Traumatic Brain Injury
-Lymphedema
Entry-level PTAs have what kind of degree?
Associate's degree
How many questions are on the PTA exam?
200 multiple choice questions
Name 3 locations PTAs work
-Outpatient clinics
-Hospitals
-Schools
-Rehabilitation facilities
-Fitness centers
-Works places
What is the purpose of PTA education?
-Help the PT provide treatment
-Help carry out treatment plans
-Patient safety
What is the minimum score for passing the PT/PTA licensure exam?
600