PTA FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About the CCC PTA Program

How does the CCC PTA program curriculum work?

The CCC PTA program is a one-plus-one program. This means all pre-requisite courses are taken in the freshman year with general admission to the college and all PTA courses are taken in the sophomore year. There is no special application to the freshman year of college; there are selective criteria and a special application for admission to the sophomore year.

Do you accept transfer credits from other colleges?

CCC accepts transfer credit from other accredited institutions. Each transfer transcript must be reviewed and submitted to the PTA program director. If the transfer institution was not accredited when classes were taken from a foreign institution, a review by the registrar will be required. Like courses will be accepted even if the course titles are not exact. In some cases, a course syllabus may be required to make that determination.

Can I get financial aid?

All CCC financial aid begins with a completed FAFSA (please do this before contacting the financial aid office).  Financial aid money is NOT available the day school starts, so students should expect to pay for all books initially. Then, if eligible, financial aid money will be available approximately 6 to 8 weeks after school starts. If you are using financial aid to assist with rent and other off-campus expenses, take into consideration the 6 to 8-week time frame.

Do I have time for sports?

During the freshman year, the pre-PTA student has time for all sports and other activities. Once admitted to the sophomore year, there is no time for team extra-curricular organized activities. Absences for other college functions are not allowed as a sophomore PTA student.

Can I work while in college?

As a freshman, the pre-PTA student can work as much as time permits. However, it is important to remember grades affect admission to the program. In the sophomore year, it is highly recommended not to work more than 20 hours per week. The coursework is rigorous, and additional labs and events require a significant time commitment.

What is required for me to be able to go to a clinical experience?

Clinical sites require that the following information be on file with the program:

1. Immunization records including: 2 MMR or titer, T-dap (less than 10 years old), 2 varicella shots or a titer, Hepatitis B (3 shots), seasonal flu (yearly), polio and current TB test (two step) or chest x-ray (good for 5 years)
2. Current criminal background check – available during program enrollment
3. Current drug test—available at the Student Health Office
4. Current physical exam
5. Current CPR card—provided during program enrollment
6. Personal health insurance coverage
7. Liability insurance—provided in the program
   
   Some sites require MMR and Varicella titers even with immunizations being up to date.

 

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