PTA programs in Alabama

We found 7 schools offering physical therapist assistant training in Alabama, with campuses in Mobile, Dothan, Hanceville, and Tanner and more. Physical therapist assistants in Alabama earn a median $61,430 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
7
Median pay in AL
$61,430

7 physical therapist assistant schools

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  1. Bishop State Community College

    Mobile, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  2. George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

    Dothan, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  3. George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

    Hanceville, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +22

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  5. Jefferson State Community College

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Construction technology
    • +5

  6. John C Calhoun State Community College

    Tanner, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +8

  7. Lurleen B Wallace Community College

    Andalusia, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +9

  8. Southern Union State Community College

    Wadley, AL · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

What physical therapist assistants earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Physical therapist assistant salary in AlabamaHow to become a physical therapist assistant

Median pay
$61,430
$29.53 an hour
Typical range
$49,340–$79,060
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
2,700
Job growth, 2025–35
+23%
18,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many physical therapist assistant schools are in Alabama?

We list 7 schools in Alabama with physical therapist assistant programs: 7 public colleges. Campuses are in Mobile, Dothan, Hanceville, Tanner, and Wadley.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Alabama?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Alabama offer physical therapist assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does physical therapist assistant school cost in Alabama?

Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,170 to $13,170. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do physical therapist assistants make in Alabama?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Alabama is $61,430 a year, and most earn between $49,340 and $79,060, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a physical therapist assistant school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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