Maryland has 8 CAPTE accredited PTA schools. You must pass an accredited PTA program in order to take the National Physical Therapist Assistant Exam (NPTAE) which is necessary to apply for a state PTA license. Below are the 8 accredited PTA Schools in Maryland, click to learn more about its PTA program.
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Accredited PTA Schools in Maryland
| Accredited PTA Programs in Maryland | Next Visitation Date |
|---|---|
| Allegany College of Maryland Cumberland, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2020 |
| Baltimore City Community College Baltimore, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2018 |
| Carroll Community College Westminster, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2020 |
| Cecil College North East, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2020 |
| Chesapeake Area Consortium for Higher Education Arnold, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2023 |
| Howard Community College Columbia, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2019 |
| Montgomery College – Takoma Park Campus Takoma Park, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Spring 2020 |
| Wor-Wic Community College Salisbury, MD Status: Accreditation | Next Visit: Fall 2021 |
Deciding Between a PTA School in Maryland
There are a couple of of things to consider when selecting physical therapist assistant schools. Here is a short list of a few of the most important considerations to keep in mind as you search for your PTA school:
- University size
- Pass rate of the license exam
- Classroom and lab facilities
- College costs and potential opportunities for financial aid
- University admittance criteria
As you take all these physical therapist assistant school factors into thought, it may be beneficial to talk with present-day students as well as former students of the PTA programs of interest. Also, talking to employers whom have actually hired these students may give you more insight to each programs strengths and weaknesses.
