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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant - Partnership Agreement with Germanna Community College

Associate of Applied Science
Laurel Ridge Community College

The program is offered at Laurel Ridge Community College through a partnership with Germanna Community College (GCC). Students attend lecture classes at the Luray-Page County Center via distance education along with students at GCC. Labs will be conducted at the Page Memorial Hospital rehabilitation facility in Page County. Students will be placed in clinical education experiences throughout the Laurel Ridge Community College service region and nearby areas. The associate of applied science degree with a major in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), awarded by GCC, is designed to prepare successful graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitudes expected of entry-level physical therapist assistants. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to take the national physical therapist assistant licensure examination, administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).


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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The associate of applied science degree with a major in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), awarded by GCC, is designed to prepare successful graduates with the knowledge, skills and attitudes expected of entry-level physical therapist assistants. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to take the national physical therapist assistant licensure examination, administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Only students admitted into the degree program may enroll in PTH courses.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Laurel Ridge Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses This program is held only at our Luray-Page Campus. Labs will be conducted at the Page Memorial Hospital rehabilitation facility in Page County. Please visit our website for full program details, or the website of our partner Germanna Community College.
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Certificate in Health Science
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Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant - Partnership Agreement with Germanna Community College
68
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant - Partnership Agreement with Germanna Community College
68
Course Grad Req Dental Hygiene Partnership (2024-25 Catalog)
68
Earn 68 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
First Five
14
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Applicants must meet the general admission requirements for admission to both Laurel Ridge Community College, for general education credits, and Germanna Community College, for core PTA program courses. For application information, materials and additional program information, please see: GCC College Catalog Pathway: Health Science website at https://www.germanna.edu/pathways/health-science/physical-therapist-assistant, and the PTA program website at ttps://www.germanna.edu/physical-therapist-assistant.
BIO 141 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 230 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SDV 100 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Humanities/Fine Arts/Literature Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Second Semester
13
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the Germanna Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Program is required to enroll in PTH courses.
HLT 105 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 105 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 121 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 151 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Summer Semester
2
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the Germanna Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Program is required to enroll in PTH courses.
PTH 131 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Third Semester
13
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the Germanna Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Program is required to enroll in PTH courses.
PTH 110 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 115 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 122 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SOC 200 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Fourth Semester
14
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the Germanna Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Program is required to enroll in PTH courses.
BIO 142 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 210 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 225 Requirement
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 251 Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Fifth Semester
12
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Acceptance into the Germanna Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Program is required to enroll in PTH courses.
PTH 226 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 227 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 252 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PTH 255 Requirement
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Residency
68
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 51 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA
68
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Laurel Ridge does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree while in high school or after high school graduation.
Credit for Prior Learning https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Laurel Ridge Community College
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Is This College Right For Me? Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities.
Transfer Student Catalog Year The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Germanna Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Physical TherapyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeOccupational Therapy Assistant, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegePhysical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist AssistantAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapist AssistAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
31-2021.00Physical Therapist AssistantsAssist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.Healthcare Support Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 68 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant - Partnership Agreement with Germanna Community College at Laurel Ridge Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $11,084 $0 $11,084
Fees
Student Activity Fee $2 Per Credit $136 0 $136
Auxiliary Fee $4 Per Credit $272 0 $272
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Tuition & Fee Notes:
  • Additional Fees
    • Some courses include materials fees in the cost of tuition or use free materials, and other courses require students to purchase texbooks or other materials. Laurel Ridge does not charge fees for parking or graduation. Tuition and fees are the same regardless of whether students attend online or in person. Tuition and Fees are subject to change.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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