Credential: Diploma
Program Length: 9 months
Start Date: Monthly
Campuses: Riverside Campus & Huntington Park Campus & Santa Ana Campus
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (888) 430-4224
* Note: For additional course details and campus locations see Program Outline.
The Physical Therapy Aide program offered by ACH in Riverside and Huntington Park, CA prepares students for a rewarding career in the healthcare field. Physical therapy aides play a vital role in helping patients improve mobility, manage pain, and recover from injuries under the supervision of licensed professionals.
This training course is designed for individuals who are passionate about helping others and interested in working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Students gain hands-on training, develop strong communication skills, and learn how to support physical therapists in daily clinical operations. With a focus on real-world experience and patient care, graduates are prepared to pursue entry-level positions and grow within the healthcare industry.
Physical Therapy Aides are non-licensed individuals working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This program in the USA is designed to provide affordable training and education for students who want to enter the healthcare field. They help make therapy sessions more productive by putting on and removing supportive devices and providing routine treatments such as diathermy, hydrotherapy, hot and cold packs, and paraffin baths.
Students in this training program gain hands-on experience through practical classes and courses, assisting patients with exercises to improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or lessen disabilities. This program also prepares students for entry-level career opportunities in a variety of healthcare settings.
Employment is expected to grow faster than average due to increasing demand for physical therapy services. Graduates of this career-focused school and training institute may find opportunities in:
Employment of Physical Therapy Aides is expected to increase 43% from 2010-2020, and in California, Physical Therapy Aides earn a mean wage of $17,270 to $34,670, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2012.
Employment of Physical Therapy Aides is expected to increase significantly, and in California, professionals earn competitive wages. Affordable training cost and flexible class schedules make this program accessible for students looking to start a new career.
This college program prepares students for real-world healthcare environments with a strong focus on career development support. As demand continues to grow, graduates can explore opportunities near them or across the USA in:
Graduates may also continue their education or pursue PTA (Physical Therapist Assistant) pathways or continuing education programs to advance their careers in the healthcare industry.
Physical Therapy Aides are not required to be licensed. They work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
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