Physical Therapist Assistant Associate in Science
Student Outcomes
Graduation Rate
| Graduation Year | Graduate Rate |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 81.4% |
| 2023 | 84.2% |
Graduation Rate = 82.8% Based on 2-year average for 2023-2024
Pass Rate
| Graduation Year | Group | Miami Dade College PTA Program |
US Accredited Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | First Time | 58.1% | 76.3% |
| 2024 | Ultimate | 96.8% | 90.6% |
| 2025 | First Time | 91.7% | 82.0% |
| 2025 | Ultimate | 91.7% | 83.1% |
Ultimate Pass Rate Average = 94.3% Based on 2 year average for 2024-2025
Ultimate pass rate data for the Class of 2025 is not yet stabilized due to pending licensure outcomes. In accordance with CAPTE guidelines, final rates will be considered stabilized after April 2026.
*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 September, 2025.
Employment Rate
Graduation Year
| 2024 | 93.3% |
| 2023 | 94.7% |
Employment Rate Average = 94.0% 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.
