Cognate with Cornish tor, Scottish Gaelic tÃ²rr, Welsh tÅµr, Irish torr, French tor, and Romansch tor/tur/tuor; the first four are from Proto-Celtic (from Latin turris), the last two directly from Latin turris (from Ancient Greek ÏÏÏÏÎ¹Ï (tÃºrrhis) and ÏÏÏÏÎ¹Ï (tÃºrsis)).
Physical therapist assistant (PTA) education, obtained in a CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree program, prepares graduates for taking the national licensure examination and entering the field of physical therapy with the required knowledge, skills, and behaviors of a PTA.
How to Become a Physical Therapy Assistant in 7 steps. 1  1.) Obtain a high school diploma or GED. 2  2.) Apply to a CAPTE accredited PTA program. 3  3.) Complete your PTA degree. 4  4.) Complete 16 weeks of clinical practicum training. 5  5.) Get your state PTA license. 6  6.) Apply for PTA Jobs. 7  7.) Maintain your license by continuing your education.