PTA programs in Pennsylvania

We found 10 schools offering physical therapist assistant training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Scranton, Pittsburgh, Bryn Mawr, and Media and more. Physical therapist assistants in Pennsylvania earn a median $62,580 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
5
Median pay in PA
$62,580
Cities with schools
2

10 physical therapist assistant schools

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  1. Butler County Community College

    Butler, PA · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • CNC machining
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +6

  2. Central Penn College

    Summerdale, PA · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +6

  3. Community College of Allegheny County

    Pittsburgh, PA · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

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  5. Harcum College

    Bryn Mawr, PA · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • Dental hygienist
    • +5

  6. Johnson College of Technology

    Scranton, PA · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +10

  7. Lackawanna College

    Scranton, PA · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Massage therapy
    • Culinary arts
    • +5

  8. Lehigh Carbon Community College

    Schnecksville, PA · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  9. Montgomery County Community College

    Blue Bell, PA · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +9

  10. Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

    Media, PA · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • IT support & networking
    • +2

  11. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango

    Sharon, PA · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Occupational therapy assistant

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What physical therapist assistants earn in Pennsylvania

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

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

Median pay
$62,580
$30.09 an hour
Typical range
$49,610–$78,010
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
4,270
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 Pennsylvania?

We list 10 schools in Pennsylvania with physical therapist assistant programs: 5 public colleges, 4 private nonprofit schools, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Scranton, Pittsburgh, Bryn Mawr, Media, and Butler.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,233 to $24,776. 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 Pennsylvania?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Pennsylvania is $62,580 a year, and most earn between $49,610 and $78,010, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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