Clarkson College has not always been a college. Instead, we began in 1888 as a school of nursing—the first in the state of Nebraska. Over the last 125 years, we've established a new campus, expanded our program offerings and adopted a new name. All the while, we've maintained a commitment to preparing our students to be the best in various realms of health care. This commitment to excellence has and always will remain a defining quality of Clarkson College.
AboutAt Clarkson College, you don't just study health care—you prepare to be the best in it. All around you are professionally trained faculty, practicing clinicians and classmates who share the belief that they, too, can better the lives of others. With eight fields and twenty majors to choose from, you have a broad range of options for making a difference—quite possibly even before you graduate.
AcademicsClarkson College welcomes undergraduate and graduate students, transfer and international students, and adults who are returning to college to continue their studies or advance their health care careers. Here, you'll find everything you need to get started.
EnrollmentThe Student Financial Services department helps provide opportunities for talented, dedicated and deserving students to attend Clarkson College. Whether you're seeking scholarships and grants, loans, payment plans, or a combination, we'll help you find the answer most suitable for you.
Tuition & Financial AidCollege is a time of self-discovery, personal growth and—most certainly—fun. We're thrilled your main objective is to pursue a future in health care, but we also want you to look back on your college education and recollect all of things you experienced—lectures and textbooks aside. There are numerous ways for you to get involved at Clarkson College. Here's a peek at some of them.
Student LifeEvery day, Clarkson College alumni are changing lives in ways that are both practical and profound. As the proud alma mater of these astounding health care professionals, Clarkson College strives to keep our alumni connected to not only the College but also with one another. Here, you will find all the ways you can stay connected.
AlumniProgram
Since introducing our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program in 1994, Clarkson College has grown to be the largest and one of the most highly-esteemed programs of its kind across the region. Each year, we graduate two classes of associate level students and one class of bachelor level students who are prepared to provide exceptional patient care.
Learn to provide safe and effective rehabilitative care under the supervision of a physical therapist.
Earn an advanced degree that will further develop your skills and enhance your marketability within the field.
Supplement your physical therapist assistant education with a Bachelor’s degree in PTA, Community Health or Health Care Business
Associate & Bachelor PTA
Community Health
Health Care Business
“I never expected to start my career in the midst of a pandemic, but through this experience, I am seeing everyday how essential this profession is! Alongside nurses, doctors, and respiratory therapists, physical and occupational therapy are on the frontlines fighting this disease. It makes me very proud to be able to call myself a PTA.”
Tara Faeh, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
“I continually reflect on my experiences and education from the faculty at Clarkson College. I am thankful for the lessons and experiences, for both me and the patients whom I’ve had a positive effect on.”
Randy Akers, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
"I chose the PTA program because it is a fulfilling experience to be part of the rehabilitative process, especially as a PTA because you get to provide interventions to help patients reach their goals."
Britnie Price, Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant
Largest PTA program in Nebraska and only program in the nation with a hybrid transfer Associate's degree, online Bachelor's degree and dual degree options.
Second program in the nation to offer a Bachelor’s degree in PTA.
Long standing relationship with PT programs for collaborative PT/PTA experiences.
Hands on experiences with expert faculty during on-campus PTA labs.
Choice of clinical experiences from over 250 sites across 25 states.
Ample service learning and clinical experiences to prepare students for real world practice.
Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Clarkson College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085
Phone: 703.706.3245
Email: accreditation@apta.org
Website: www.capteonline.org
If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 402.552.2868 or email niemannjessica@gxdclq.com