PTA programs in Florida

Looking for physical therapist assistant schools in Florida? There are 23, including 16 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 5 private career schools. Physical therapist assistants in Florida earn a median $72,530 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools: 23
Public colleges: 16
Median pay in FL: $72,530
Cities with schools: 6

23 physical therapist assistant schools

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +14
College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Welding
- Dental assistant
- +6
Concorde Career Institute - Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
- Medical assistant
- Phlebotomy
- +4
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Concorde Career Institute - Miramar
Miramar, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
- Medical assistant
- Phlebotomy
- +6
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +28
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +24
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +11
Florida National University-Main Campus
Hialeah, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +5
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +28
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- CNC machining
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +13
Indian River State College
Fort Pierce, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +25
Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +11
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +22
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +25
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- +9
Rasmussen University-Florida
Ocala, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +6
SABER College
Miami, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- Welding
- +16
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +15
St Petersburg College
Saint Petersburg, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- +10
State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota
Bradenton, FL · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- IT support & networking
- Construction technology
- +6
Taylor College
Ocala, FL · Private
- Physical therapist assistant

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PTA programs by city

Miami (6 within 30 mi)
Fort Lauderdale (6 within 30 mi)
Miramar (6 within 30 mi)
Boca Raton (3 within 30 mi)
Homestead (3 within 30 mi)
Ocala (3 within 30 mi)

What physical therapist assistants earn in Florida

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

Physical therapist assistant salary in Florida How to become a physical therapist assistant

Median pay: $72,530; $34.87 an hour
Typical range: $58,650–$81,080; 10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in FL: 9,870
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 Florida?

We list 23 schools in Florida with physical therapist assistant programs: 16 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 5 private career schools. Campuses are in Ocala, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, and Miramar.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Florida?

Yes. 16 public colleges in Florida 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 Florida?

Among the 23 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,471 to $30,498. 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 Florida?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Florida is $72,530 a year, and most earn between $58,650 and $81,080, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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