PTA programs in Tennessee

Looking for physical therapist assistant schools in Tennessee? There are 8, including 6 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Physical therapist assistants in Tennessee earn a median $62,500 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
6
Median pay in TN
$62,500

8 physical therapist assistant schools

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  1. Chattanooga State Community College

    Chattanooga, TN · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +12

  2. Concorde Career College - Memphis

    Memphis, TN · Private

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

  3. Jackson State Community College

    Jackson, TN · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +6

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  5. Roane State Community College

    Harriman, TN · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +9

  6. South College

    Knoxville, TN · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +11

  7. Southwest Tennessee Community College

    Memphis, TN · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Automotive technician
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +6

  8. Volunteer State Community College

    Gallatin, TN · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

  9. Walters State Community College

    Morristown, TN · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

What physical therapist assistants earn in Tennessee

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

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

Median pay
$62,500
$30.05 an hour
Typical range
$48,010–$80,800
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TN
3,390
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 Tennessee?

We list 8 schools in Tennessee with physical therapist assistant programs: 6 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Memphis, Chattanooga, Gallatin, Jackson, and Harriman.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Tennessee?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Tennessee 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 Tennessee?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,270 to $24,563. 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 Tennessee?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Tennessee is $62,500 a year, and most earn between $48,010 and $80,800, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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