Physical Therapy Assistant at American College of Healthcare and Technology in Riverside, CA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences CERTIFICATE CIP 51.0806

Total Graduates

38

Class of 2024

Male Graduates

26%

10 of 38

Female Graduates

74%

28 of 38

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Physical Therapy Assistant.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 51.0806
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 38 graduates
Award Year 2024
Gender Distribution 26% male, 74% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for American College of Healthcare and Technology programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Medical Assistant83%100%81%$20,364
Massage Therapist and Physical Therapy Aide63%81%81%
Pharmacy Technician94%100%71%

In the Medical Assistant program at American College of Healthcare and Technology, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $20,364 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Massage Therapist and Physical Therapy Aide program at American College of Healthcare and Technology, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 63% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Pharmacy Technician program at American College of Healthcare and Technology, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 94% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

License Requirements for Physical Therapist Assistants in California

Working in this field in California may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$65,510

10-Year Job Growth

+22%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$52,408+22%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$49,133

Peak Salary

$81,888

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Active Listening
Monitoring
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Riverside, CA

Cost Information

Average Net Price $19,229

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0806
CIP Family: 51
IPEDS ID:
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