Steps to Apply to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
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Apply to Navarro College |
- Apply to Navarro College if you're not already a student. - Documentation demonstrating acceptance into Navarro College. |
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Transcripts |
Send all OFFICIAL transcripts from other colleges and universities or GED/High School diploma to the Navarro College Office of Admissions and Records. |
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Complete Required Pre-Requisite Courses |
ENGL 1301, MATH 1342, BIOL 2401, BIOl 2402 |
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TEAS - Allied Health Scores |
The TEAS-Allied Health test is an essential part of the application process for the Physical Therapist. The test will take 4 hours and will cost $55. Schedule with the Testing Center (3 opportunities to take the TEAS test per year). TEAS Score - applicant must have a 59.7% or higher to apply to the PTA program. |
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GPA |
GPA Score - minimum of 2.5 |
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Information Session |
Attendance at one (1) PTA Information Session is required before application due date. See the Information Session Schedule |
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Observation Hours |
A minimum of 40 hours from two (2) different settings, including a combination of inpatient and outpatient hours. 10 hours must come from an inpatient setting including: acute, rehab, sub-acute, skilled nursing, etc.. |
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Criminal Background Check |
Go to www.directscreening.com Order National Background Check - National Search ($16.95) |
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Two (2) Reference Letters |
Applicant must obtain references from two (2) additional sources Must be submitted in a SEALED envelope |
The applicant will complete and submit an application portfolio by the application deadline for acceptance into classes for Spring. The application portfolio MUST contain the following completed documents:
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Evidence of NC Admission |
Provide evidence of admission to Navarro College Examples: Acceptance letter or NC transcripts |
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Physical Therapist Assistant Application |
Submit the Physical Therapist Assistant Application by the application deadline. Need to include documentation required to return with application packet. |
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Observation Form |
Complete Observation Form with a minimum of 40 hours from two (2) different settings, including a combination of in-patient and out-patient hours (10 hours must come from an inpatient setting including: acute, rehab, sub-acute, skilled nursing, etc.) Does NOT include paid position hours (ie: Rehab Tech) |
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Reference Letters |
Applicant must obtain references from two (2) additional sources Must be submitted in a SEALED envelope |
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Evidence of Pre-Requisite Course Work |
Provide evidence of completion of all pre-requisite course work. Highlight courses on transcripts. |
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Evidence of TEAS test |
Submit a copy of TEAS V scores |
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Background Check |
Go to www.directscreening.com Order National Background Check - National Search ($16.95) |
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Immunizations |
All immunizations and an annual Tuberculosis (Tb) test must be completed prior to the first day of classes. |
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CPR |
CPR certification course is required for all PTA students prior to the first day of class |
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Physical Health Examination |
Must undergo a physical health examination by a certified Health Professional once admitted into the program. Students need to read the "Performance Standards" (PTA Handbook) beforehand and both the student and health professional must sign the form indicating the ability to perform as described and/or any limitations which may be present. |
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Drug Screen |
Physical Therapist Assistant program director reserves the right to institute random drug screens during the PTA's student enrollment in any PTA class, lab, clinical setting or College sponsored activity. |
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Liability Insurance |
Required to have limited liability insurance and pay a predetermined fee to the Navarro College Cashier's Office (annually) so that NC can secure the limited liability insurance coverage. You may purchase additional liability insurance. |
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Completion of Core Course Work |
Completion of core coures
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Hand deliver all documentation to the Physical Therapist Assistant Department located on the second floor of Building 2 on the Midlothian Campus, Room Office #215 or 213.
If mailed, please submit all documentation to: (MUST BE POSTMARKED BY DEADLINE)
Navarro College
ATTN: PTA Program - Sarah Austin
899 Mount Zion Road
Midlothian, TX 76065
Due to the nature of the learning experience and assignments, all PTA students must provide documentation of current immunization status for vaccine-preventable diseases & other testing. Immunizations and testing requirements are based upon recommendations and/or requirements from the following agencies and organizations: (1) clinical education sites; (2) Texas Department of Health; (3) Centers for Disease Control; (4) Texas Administrative Code Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 97, Subchapter B, Rule 97.64. The Texas Administrative Code mandates certain immunizations prior to patient contact. Students who fail to provide appropriate documentation will not be permitted to register for clinical/practicum clinical education and must withdraw from the program.
Tuberculosis (TB) Skin testing – Required annually. If a chest x-ray is necessary, the student must document a negative chestx-ray within the past three (3) years.
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Document must include signature of health care provider and date(s). Appropriate documentation includes ONE of the following methods (in most cases): - Copy of official Immunization Record or health carae provider immunization forms - Copy of laboratory (serological) evidence of immunity (titers) NOTE: Some clinical agencies may require further documentation / testing or have additional requirements. |
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| IMMUNIZATION TYPE | IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENT
MMR - If you were born on or after January 1, 1957, |
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENT
MMR - If you were born prior to January 1, 1957, |
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Measles / Rubeola (REQUIRED) |
A. Measles All students born on or after January 1, 1957 must show, prior to patient contact, acceptable evidence of two doses of measles vaccine administered since January 1, 1968 or serological evidence of immunity. There must be 30 days or more between the two doses. |
E. Measles All students born prior to January 1, 1957 must show, prior to patient contact, acceptable evidence of one dose of measles vaccine or serological evidence of immunity.
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Mumps (REQUIRED) |
B. Mumps All students born on or after January 1, 1957 must show, prior to patient contact, acceptable evidence of one dose of mumps vaccine or serological evidence of immunity. (Two doses for heal care workers as of 2007). |
F. Mumps All students born prior to January 1, 1957 must show, prior to patient contact, acceptable
evidence of one dose of mumps vaccine or serological evidence of immunity. |
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Rubella (REQUIRED) |
C. Rubella All students born on or after January 1, 1957 must show, prior to patient contact, one dose of rubella vaccine or serological evidence of immunity. |
G. Rubella All students born prior to January 1, 1957 must show, prior to patient contact, acceptable evidence of one dose of rubella vaccine or serological evidence of immunity |
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Hepatitis B series - total of 3 (REQUIRED) |
D. Hepatitis B All students shall receive a complete series of Hepatitis B vaccine prior to the start of direct patient care or show serologic confirmation of immunity to Hepatitis B virus |
H. Hepatitis B All students shall receive a complete series of Hepatitis B vaccine prior to the start of direct patient care or show serologic confirmation of immunity to Hepatitis B virus |
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Tetanus / Diptheria - Td (REQUIRED) |
Students must document one dose of Td vaccine current (within 10 years) through anticipated completion of clinical. |
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Varicella (RECOMMENDED) |
Students shall receive two doses of varicella vaccine unless the first dose was received prior to age thirteen. A parent of physician validated history of varicella disease (chicken pox) or varicella immunity is acceptable in lieu of vaccine. A statement from a physician, the student’s parent or guardian, or school nurse must support varicella history. |
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Meningococcal (RECOMMENDED) |
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Tuberculosis / TB Skin Testing (REQUIRED) |
Tuberculosis (TB) Skin testing – Required annually. If a chest x-ray is necessary, the student must document a negative chestx-ray within the past three (3) years. |
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EXCLUSIONS FROM COMPLIANCE are allowable on an individual basis for medical contraindications, reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, and active duty with the armed forces of the United States (Texas Administrative Code). Requests for exclusion will be handled on an individual basis, and must be presented in a written request prior to the due date for Personal Student Portfolio.
Within 30 days of application deadline, all completed applications will be reviewed. Points will be totaled by PTA faculty for each applicant based on the Applicant Entrance Criteria Worksheet. The highest total point applicant sets the mark for ranking. Applicants will be numbered in descending order based on point total. If two or more applicants tie for total points, GPA will be used as a tiebreaker with the higher GPA ranked higher.
Students will be notified within 30 days as to their status in the PTA Program. A correct and current Navarro College email is ESSENTIAL in the notification process, as this is how students will be informed of their acceptance into the PTA program. The applicant must reply within 72 hours/3 days to ensure their position in the program. Students selected for admission into the PTA program will be required to attend a mandatory orientation at a date to be determined.
