PTA programs in Kentucky

Looking for physical therapist assistant schools in Kentucky? There are 7, including 7 public colleges. Physical therapist assistants in Kentucky earn a median $61,480 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
7
Median pay in KY
$61,480

7 physical therapist assistant schools

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  1. Hazard Community & Technical College

    Hazard, KY · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +19

  2. Jefferson Community & Technical College

    Louisville, KY · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  3. Madisonville Community College

    Madisonville, KY · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

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  5. Maysville Community & Technical College

    Maysville, KY · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  6. Somerset Community College

    Somerset, KY · Public

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

  7. Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College

    Cumberland, KY · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  8. West Kentucky Community & Technical College

    Paducah, KY · Public

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

What physical therapist assistants earn in Kentucky

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

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

Median pay
$61,480
$29.56 an hour
Typical range
$27,870–$79,500
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in KY
2,580
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 Kentucky?

We list 7 schools in Kentucky with physical therapist assistant programs: 7 public colleges. Campuses are in Cumberland, Paducah, Hazard, Louisville, and Madisonville.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Kentucky?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

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 $2,955 to $6,376. 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 Kentucky?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Kentucky is $61,480 a year, and most earn between $27,870 and $79,500, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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