A step-by-step guide to become a physical therapy aide
Train to Become a Physical Therapy Aide
A step-by-step course designed to train students as exercise technicians and physical therapy aides who can assist therapists in a clinical setting.
What This Program Includes
Students receive structured online learning, live Zoom instruction, and optional externship experience depending on the selected package.
6 Prerecorded Modules
Complete the online course modules at your own pace before moving into live instruction.
- Self-paced online learning
- Foundational therapy support topics
- Designed for beginner students
2-Day Zoom Teaching
After completing the modules, students participate in two intensive days of Zoom instruction.
- Live virtual teaching
- Interactive Q&A support
- Guidance from the instructor
Externship Option
Qualified students may complete an in-person externship sponsored by a participating facility.
- Shadowing experience
- Facility-sponsored placement
- Liability coverage provided by facility
Who Is This Course For?
This course is for students who want to learn how to assist therapists in a clinical setting as an exercise technician, rehab aide, or physical therapy aide.
The goal is to help students understand basic therapy support responsibilities, patient interaction, clinic flow, and professional expectations.
Students Will Learn To:
- Understand the role of an exercise technician
- Assist therapists in a professional clinical environment
- Follow safety and facility guidelines
- Support patients during basic therapeutic activities
- Prepare for shadowing or externship experience
Course Packages & Pricing
Select the option that best matches your learning goals and desired level of hands-on experience.
Gold Package
Best for students who want both the course completion certificate and externship completion certificate.
- 6 prerecorded modules
- 2-day intensive Zoom teaching
- Course completion certificate
- Externship completion certificate
- Facility-sponsored shadowing experience
- Study manual included
- Therapy tools included
Silver Package
Best for students who want structured online learning and live Zoom teaching.
- 6 prerecorded modules
- 2-day intensive Zoom teaching
- Course completion certificate
- Study manual included
- Self-paced learning access
- Q&A support
National Test
National test fee for students who are ready to complete the testing requirement.
- National test fee: $150
- Testing details provided after enrollment
- Student must complete required course steps before testing
Enrollment & Payment
Students may submit the enrollment form and complete payment using the available payment options.
Each certificate is $600. The national test fee is $150. If paying by Zelle or Venmo, please include the student’s full name in the payment note.
- Complete the student enrollment form
- Select the desired certificate option
- Review and accept the student consent agreement
- Submit payment through the approved payment method
- Include the student’s full name in the payment note
Payment Options
Please use one of the approved payment methods below.
Please include the student’s full name in the payment note so the payment can be matched to the enrollment form.
Student Consent
The enrollment form should include a required consent checkbox before submission.
Consent Language
I understand that this course is an educational training program designed to prepare students to assist therapists in a clinical setting. I consent to participate in the program and understand that completion requirements may include prerecorded modules, live Zoom instruction, and/or externship participation depending on the package selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
These answers help students understand the program before enrolling.
What is the goal of this course?
The goal is to train students to assist licensed therapists in a clinical setting as an exercise technician or physical therapy aide.
How many modules are included?
The course includes 6 prerecorded modules that students complete before the live Zoom teaching portion.
Is there live teaching?
Yes. Students complete 2 intensive days of Zoom teaching after completing the prerecorded course modules.
What is the externship?
The externship is a facility-sponsored shadowing experience that allows students to observe and gain in-person exposure in a clinical setting.
Are study materials provided?
Yes. The course provides a study manual and therapy tools depending on the selected package.
Ready to Begin?
Enroll in the PTA / Exercise Technician Course and begin preparing for a supportive role in a clinical therapy setting.
Start EnrollmentCourse Enrollment Form
Complete the form below to begin enrollment in the Online PTA / Exercise Technician Course.
Online Course Enrollment Form
Enrollment form for the PTA / Exercise Technician online course program.
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