Physical Therapy Assistant at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan in Dothan, AL

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 51.0806

Total Graduates

20

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

30%

6 of 20

Female Graduates

70%

14 of 20

Annual Tuition & Fees

$4,980

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

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

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 20 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 30% male, 70% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan 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
Physical Therapist Assistant83%6%15%$8,526
Respiratory Therapist80%42%43%$15,238

In the Physical Therapist Assistant program at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, 6% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 83% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,526 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Respiratory Therapist program at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, 42% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 80% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $15,238 (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 Alabama

Working in this field in Alabama 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

ℹ 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 Dothan, AL

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,980
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,850
Average Net Price $476

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0806
CIP Family: 51
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