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Physical Therapy Assistant in Florida

Physical Therapy Assistant Schools in Florida

658 students earned Physical Therapy Assistant degrees in Florida in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Physical Therapy Assistant is the 25th most popular major in the state out of a total 167 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Therapy Assistant Majors in Florida

Physical Therapy Assistant majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 658

Gender Distribution

In Florida, a physical therapy assistant major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physical therapy assistant majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 10.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 29.3%
  • White: 43.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.4%
  • Other Races: 12.0%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Assistant Grads in Florida

In this state, there are 6,330 people employed in jobs related to a physical therapy assistant degree, compared to 94,250 nationwide.

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Wages for Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Florida

In this state, physical therapy assistant grads earn an average of $61,650. Nationwide, they make an average of $57,750.

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There are 11 colleges in Florida that offer physical therapy assistant degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

178 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
19,861 Total Students

The average student takes 4.04 years to complete their degree at Keiser University - Ft Lauderdale. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 68% of the teachers are full time.

#2

Broward College

Fort Lauderdale
77 Degrees in Major Awarded
30,947 Total Students

33% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. In their early career, BC grads earn an average salary of $32,056.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
44,002 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,732. In their early career, MDC grads earn an average salary of $31,686.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
20,717 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.80%. The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. 38% of the teachers are full time.

#5

St Petersburg College

St. Petersburg
40 Degrees in Major Awarded
24,543 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $2,212. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 25% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 3.40% which is lower than average.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
10% Graduation Rate
809 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,684 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
732 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 43% are considered full time.

#8

Daytona State College

Daytona Beach
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,613 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 69% of students receive it. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $8,867. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
8% Graduation Rate
522 Total Students

56% of the teachers are full time. An average student at South University, West Palm Beach will pay a net price of $17,495. The average student takes 4.50 years to complete their degree at South University, West Palm Beach.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
18% Graduation Rate
8,469 Total Students

An average student at Rasmussen University - Florida will pay a net price of $18,401. In their early career, Rasmussen University - Florida grads earn an average salary of $35,866. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years.

#9

Hodges University

Fort Myers
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
15% Graduation Rate
551 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 17% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $19,624. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.80%.

Physical Therapy Assistant Careers in FL

Some of the careers physical therapy assistant majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Physical Therapist Assistants 36% $61,470

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to physical therapy assistant.

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Medical/Clinical Assistant 4,377
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 906
Occupational Therapist Assistant 428
Other Allied Health Services 75
Medical Laboratory Assistant 43
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant 19
Anesthesiologist Assistant 8

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