Kansas has 5 CAPTE accredited PTA schools. It is essential to complete an accredited program in order to take the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam (NPTAE) which is required to apply for your state PTA license. Below are the 5 accredited PTA Schools in Kansas, click to learn more about its PTA program.
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Accredited PTA Schools in Kansas
| Accredited PTA Programs in Kansas | Next Visitation Date |
|---|---|
| Colby Community College Colby, KS Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Spring 2025 |
| Hutchinson Community College Hutchinson, KS Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2025 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College Kansas City, KS Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Spring 2023 |
| Labette Community College Parsons, KS Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2027 |
| Washburn University of Topeka Topeka, KS Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2019 |
Deciding on a PTA School in Kansas
There are a couple of of considerations when comparing physical therapist assistant programs. Here is a short list of a couple of the most significant considerations to bear in mind as you search for your PTA school:
- Program size
- Pass-rates of the National License test
- Classroom and lab facilities
- College costs and potential opportunities for financial aid
- College admission criteria
While you take all these PTA program factors into consideration, it may be beneficial to talk with current college students and recent graduates of the PTA schools of curiosity. Also, interviewing companies whom have actually employed these students may provide you more insight to each programs strengths & weaknesses.
