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Physical Therapist Assistant (2008-2009)*
(Restricted Entry, Associate of Applied Science Degree Program)

*Information regarding the requirements for this Restricted Entry program is available by accessing the Admission Requirements page.

MHCC Faculty Advisors:
Jane Cedar: 503-491-7464 - Room AC 2775 Jane.Cedar@mhcc.edu
Debbie VanDover: 503-491-7465 - Room AC 2769 Debbie.VanDover@mhcc.edu

The Physical Therapist Assistant program at Mt. Hood Community College is two years in length, leading to an associate degree. Course work consists of lecture and laboratory instruction on campus, and supervised clinical experience in health care facilities in the Portland metropolitan area and throughout the state. Upon taking the state board examination and becoming licensed, the assistant is qualified to work in any health care facility which provides supervision by a licensed physical therapist.

Program Outcomes

At the completion of this program, the student should be able to:

• demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to practice as safe and effective entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants
• respect for the uniqueness and value of each individual
• demonstrate ethical values that reflect this respect for others
• demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning and to the maintenance of excellence in the practice of physical therapy
• demonstrate a commitment to service.

Prospective students must satisfactorily meet admission program criteria and the application deadline to be considered for admission. Further information and applications can be accessed from the MHCC website at www.mhcc.edu/programs. Information sessions are also offered on a regular basis. Dates and times are listed on the website. Once you have read the application materials and attended an information session, you may call 503-491-7256 if you have questions about the admission process.

Applicants to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program must be physically and mentally able to cope with the rigors of the curriculum and the demanding nature of the physical therapy profession. Established academic and clinical requirements essential to the program of instruction apply to all students and cannot be waived. Attempts will be made to accommodate and retain qualified applicants with disabilities unless results of evaluations indicate that given reasonable accommodation an individual will still not be able to perform the essential functions required by the program.

Note: A minimum grade of “C” grade is required in all courses.

1 Students may not use demonstrated proficiency on the College Placement Text (CPT) to satisfy this requirement

‡ See pages 7-10 of the printed catalog.