Study Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Physical Therapist Assistant at Southern Illinois University - Carbondale in the USA, School of Health Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Our Associate's degree can be completed in two years and is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful physical therapist assistants. This program emphasizes practical experience, combining classroom learning with clinical practice to prepare students for their future careers.We emphasize the practical aspects, including patient preparation, treatment area and equipment management, and the execution of treatment plans. Your journey at SIU is about more than just education it's a voyage of personal growth, professional skills development, and making a lasting influence on the lives you touch.

Which department am I in?

School of Health Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$19,666.00 per year

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1263 Lincoln Drive,

CARBONDALE,

Illinois,

62901, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students need to have Transcripts from high school and/or college. At SIU Carbondale, applicants for admission will be eligible for automatic admission if they are on track to complete our course pattern requirements and who meet one of the following criteria: A cumulative high school GPA of 2.75; A ranking in the top 10% of their graduating class.

English Language Requirement: Any one of the following methods will automatically meet the minimum English requirement. Applicants who do not meet the automatic English language admission requirement will undergo a holistic review to determine potential admissibility.

TOEFL (IBT internet-based test) - 68

TOEFL (paper based test) - 520

ITEP - 4

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.