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Step 1: Find an Accredited Education Program. Every would-be licensed physical therapy assistant is required to complete a 2-year degree program that is approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
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.