PTA Specialty Certification in Orthopaedics Hybrid
Winter 2027 Cohort Calendar
Program Calendar
Cohort Start – January 11, 2027
| Start – End Dates | Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jan '27 | OPTA 6015 | PTA Evidence-based Practice |
| Jan '27 - Feb '27 | OPTA 6140 | Advanced Exercise Prescription - Ortho |
| Feb '27 - March '27 | OPTA 6120 | PTA Special Topics |
| March '27 - April '27 | ISPI-TPS 6410 | TNE |
| April '27 - May '27 | OPTA 6130 | Upper Quarter Management |
| May '27 - June '27 | OPTA 6110 | Management of Lower Quarter Disorders |
| June '27 | OPTA 7080 WI | PTA Orthopaedic Skills Weekend Intensive |
| June '27 | OPTA 7170 | Virtual Rounds and Case Presentations |
| June '27 - July '27 | OPTA 7081 | PTA Certification Comprehensive Exam |
Course Structure
- 2 Day Faculty Led Weekend Intensive: Hands-on, live 2-day lab classes. This immersive experience is designed to enhance practical skills in a collaborative setting.
- 2 Weeks Online Faculty Led: Engage in a structured online course guided by faculty. Includes graded weekly assignments, due dates, and participation in required discussion boards.
- 2 Weeks Self Paced: Complete the course on your own schedule within the selected timeframe. All video recordings, readings, and quizzes must be completed by the course end date.
- 4 Weeks Online Faculty Led: Engage in a structured online course guided by faculty. Includes graded weekly assignments, due dates, and participation in required discussion boards.
- 4 Weeks Online Self Paced: Complete the course on your own schedule within the selected timeframe. All video recordings, readings, and quizzes must be completed by the course end date.
- 6 Weeks Online Faculty Led: Engage in a structured online course guided by faculty. Includes graded weekly assignments, due dates, and participation in required discussion boards.