To work as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Massachusetts you must obtain a license. To get a license you will need to graduate from an accredited PTA school, pass a national certification exam and a state jurisprudence exam.
In 2024 there are 6 CAPTE accredited PTA schools in Massachusetts (plus one expansion program). We have researched and summarized all the important information about these schools and their PTA programs below.
How to become a Physical Therapist Assistant in Massachusetts
- Graduate from an Accredited PTA program
- Pass local Massachusetts and/or National Certification Exams
- Obtain your license to work as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Massachusetts
- How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make in Massachusetts?
Top Physical Therapy Assistant Schools in Massachusetts – 2023
There are currently six fully accredited schools and colleges in Massachusetts offering programs in physical therapy assisting – see below.
| College Name | Address | Accredited Until |
|---|---|---|
| Bay State College | Boston | 12/31/2029 |
| Bay State College - (Expansion) | Taunton | 12/31/2029 |
| Berkshire Community College | Pittsfield | 6/30/2027 |
| Mount Wachusett Community College | Gardner | 6/30/2033 |
| North Shore Community College | Danvers | 6/30/2030 |
| Quincy College | Plymouth | 6/30/2033 |
| Springfield Technical Community College | Springfield | 6/30/2029 |
You can also browse the map below to view all schools offering physical therapy assistant programs in Massachusetts and neighbouring areas.
PTA Certification and Licensing Requirements Massachusetts
You will need to obtain a license to work as a physical therapist assistant in Massachusetts. To obtain your license it is a requirement that you have successfully passed the National Physical Therapy Examinations (NPTE) certification exams.
The purpose of the NPTE exams is to ensure a minimum standard of knowledge and competence after graduation and before entering the workplace. The NPTE exams are developed and administered by the US Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).
Licensing
The Board of Allied Health Professionals regulates the licensing of Physical Therapist Assistants in Massachusetts. You can contact the Board directly using the contact details below:
Address: Division of Registration, 1000 Washington Street, Suite 710, Boston, MA 02118-6100
Email: Sonia.Jordan@state.ma.us
Phone: (617) 727-0054
Website: http://www.mass.gov
PT Compact: Massachusetts is not yet a part of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact – an interstate license which will allow a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant to practice outside of the state in which they obtained their license.
Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Massachusetts
| Salary | $71,490 |
| Hourly Wage | $34.37 |
| Bottom 10% of Earners | $56,160 |
| Top 10% of Earners | $84,920 |
| # Employed | 1,920 |
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), the average PTA salary in Massachusetts is $71,490. This is 14% above the national average. The hourly wage for PTA’s in Massachusetts is $34.37. Among PTAs in the state, the top 10% earn $84,920, while the bottom 10% earn $56,160.
There are currently 1,920 PTA’s employed in Massachusetts.
Income and Employment Trends
Between the 2018 to 2022, the salary for PTA’s increased by $6,040, reaching $71,490, signifying a 9% growth. However, there was a notable decline in PTA employment, with a reduction of 710 positions, marking a 27% decrease.
Looking ahead, the projected growth in PTA employment from 2020 to 2030 indicates a promising 38% increase, suggesting an extremely positive trend in demand for PTA’s in the state.
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