Physical Therapy Assistant at Universal Healthcare Careers College in Los Angeles, CA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences CERTIFICATE CIP 51.0806

Total Graduates

56

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

32%

18 of 56

Female Graduates

68%

38 of 56

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 56 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 32% male, 68% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Universal Healthcare Careers College 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 Assistant/Pharmacy Technician93%66%67%$6,516
Physical Therapist, Rehabilitation & Geriatric Aide76%23%60%$8,450

In the Medical Assistant/Pharmacy Technician program at Universal Healthcare Careers College, 66% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 93% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,516 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Physical Therapist, Rehabilitation & Geriatric Aide program at Universal Healthcare Careers College, 23% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 76% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,450 (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

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 Los Angeles, CA

Cost Information

Average Net Price $25,431

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0806
CIP Family: 51
IPEDS ID:
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