Physical Therapy Assistant at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 51.0806

Total Graduates

20

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

35%

7 of 20

Female Graduates

65%

13 of 20

Annual Tuition & Fees

$4,704

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 35% male, 65% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Washtenaw Community 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 Assisting100%77%82%$7,575
Physical Therapist Assistant100%89%92%$11,357
Certified Pharmacy Technician75%†

† Rate covers WIOA-funded participants only (the state did not publish an all-student rate).

In the Medical Assisting program at Washtenaw Community College, 77% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,575 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Washtenaw Community College, 89% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,357 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Certified Pharmacy Technician program at Washtenaw Community College, 75% of WIOA participants were employed within 6 months of exit (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 Michigan

Working in this field in Michigan 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 Ann Arbor, MI

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,704
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,504
Average Net Price $3,528

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0806
CIP Family: 51
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