To be put on a registration waitlist, please contact Danielle Strauch at dstrauch@brookdalecc.edu

Physical Therapy Technician/Aide Certification

Newly Expanded Plus Certification!

This newly expanded course prepares you to sit for the Physical Therapy Technician/Aide Certification Exam through American Medical Certification Association (AMCA). As a Physical Therapy Technician/Aide, under the direction of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, you will perform front desk procedures, assist patients to or from treatment areas, prepare treatment areas for patients, and keep treatment areas clean and organized. Work in hospitals, nursing homes or rehabilitation centers. The career ladder for physical therapy aide includes physical therapy assistant, occupational therapist and registered physical therapist. 100% attendance required. Also includes CPR certification. 42 hours. Class is limited to 10 students per class.

Prerequisites:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Copy of high school diploma or GED

Note: Textbook required.

All classes are in-person at the Lincroft Campus

CLASSES WILL RETURN IN THE FALL OF 2025


Fee and Code: $725, XMEDG 180, (includes AMCA certification exam fee)
Textbooks not included (approx. $206)
Click here for the Textbook and Supply list.

Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Scott Shanes at 732-224-2011 or email sshanes@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu 


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Transfer Agreements by Academic Program: Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between Brookdale and other colleges and universities. These agreements define how the courses you complete at Brookdale will apply to your future bachelor’s degree when you transfer into a baccalaureate program.