General Program Description
The program is four semesters in length.
Clinical Experiences
Students participate in three full-time clinical experiences during the second year for 14 weeks.
Faculty
There are two full-time faculty members. The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:14 to 1:16.
Enrollment
Twenty-eight to thirty-two students are accepted into the technical phase of the physical therapist assistant program which starts each year in January.
Admission
In order to be considered for admission to the PTA program, students must complete the following prerequisites with a grade of C or better: BSC 1085C/BSC1085L (Human Anatomy and Physiology I), PHT 1006 (Introduction to Physical Therapy), ENC1101 (Freshman Composition I), and MAC 1105 (College Algebra). Three additional courses are required for graduation: BSC1086C/BSC 1086L (Human Anatomy and Physiology II), PSY1012 (General Psychology), and an elective. Applicants must also complete a minimum of 20 hours of observation with a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant and complete the School of Health Careers and Human Services application process.
Outcomes
Over 75% of all students complete the program once admitted (3-year average, 2012-2014). 96% of graduates ultimately pass licensure examination (2012-2014). The program has an employment rate of 96% (2012-2014).
Tuition, fees and financial aid
For the 2014 – 2015 academic year, tuition is $104.48 per credit hour for Florida residents, and $406.80 per credit hour for non-residents. There is no charge to apply for admission to Daytona State College except for international students. ($50 for international students). There are also additional laboratory and special fees. For information regarding financial assistance, please contact the Financial Aid office. Student employment is available through federal and institutional college work-study programs.
Student life
Daytona State College (DSC) is a commuter college located on the east coast of central Florida. DSC is Florida’s first comprehensive community college that has evolved to a multi-campus institution that annually serves 40,000-50,000 residents of Volusia and Flagler counties. Student services include a career planning and placement center, bookstore, disabled student services, a learning center, library, and a women’s center. DSC has more than 20 student clubs; a dozen intramural sport teams, and a health and wellness complex with an aquatic center. Students may participate in student government; enjoy cultural arts productions, and the Southeast Museum of Photography.