Physical Therapist Assistant Associate in Science
Student Outcomes
Graduation Rate
| Graduation Year | Graduate Rate |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 81.4% |
| 2023 | 84.2% |
Graduation Rate = 87.8% Based on 2-year average for 2022-2023
Pass Rate
| Graduation Year | Group | Miami Dade College PTA Program |
US Accredited Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | First Time | 58.1% | 76.8% |
| 2024 | Ultimate | 96.8% | 89.3% |
| 2023 | First Time | 84.4% | 80.7% |
| 2023 | Ultimate | 96.9% | 93.8% |
Ultimate Pass Rate Average = 96.9% Based on 2 year average for 2023-2024
*Resource: Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
Report data is updated eight times a year.
The data for this report is current as of July 1, 2025.
Employment Rate
Graduation Year
| 2024 | 92.0% |
| 2023 | 94.4% |
Employment Rate Average = 93.0% based on the two-year average for 2023-2024
*This information is updated annually in the summer term.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO’s)
PSLO 1: Upon successful completion of the program the student will communicate effectively with patients/clients, other health care providers, and the community
PSLO 2: Upon successful completion of the program the student will demonstrate proper draping and positioning skills to ensure patient privacy and comfort.
PSLO 3: Upon successful completion of the program the student will
demonstrate proper guarding technique for safe handling of patients
PSLO 4: Upon successful completion of the program the student will interpret patient/client data.
