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By Robert Benson
Williston State
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* One of the fastest growing medical
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What is a PTA?
¢ Assists the Physical Therapist in
the practice of applying various
physical treatments to help restore
function. This would include using
exercise, massage, he
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Background Information
¢ Program began in August 1992
° Ist class graduated in May 1995
* 1st program within a 5 state region
- ND, MT, SD, WY, CO
* Maximum of 16 students taken
each year
۰ 2 1/2 year program
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Educational Requirements
* 1st year - Prerequisite courses
- A&P, Chemistry, Physics, English, Speech, Math,
Psychology, First Aid, Computer, Intro to PT
* Apply for admission - March
* 2nd year - Program courses
- Kinesiology, Treatment Issues, Pathology,
Therapeutic Exercise, Modalities, Neurological
Rehab, Assessment, Adv Techniques ,and Adv
Exercises
* Summer - two eight-week affiliations
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Licensure
¢ Exam taken after fieldwork is
completed
٠ Computerized
- 150 questions
- multiple choice
- 3 hours
* Most States (48) require licensure
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Employment Settings
* Hospital
* Private office
* Extended care facility / Nursing home
¢ Rehabilitation center
* Home health agency
* School system
¢ Academic institutions
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Earnings
¢ Vary across the country
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¢ $10 - $15 per hour
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Hazards
* Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
* Spine injuries
* Exposure to Disease
¢ Need proper warm up and to watch
body mechanics
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\ Combining PTA and MT
۰ 2 1/2 years of PTA program
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۰ 1 year MT program courses
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Contact Information
Robert Benson
Williston State College
PO Box 1326
Williston, ND 58801-1326
701-774-4291
robert.benson@wsc.nodak.edu