PTA Specialty Certification in Orthopaedics Online
Fall 2027 Cohort Calendar
Program Calendar
Cohort Start – September 13, 2027
| Start – End Dates | Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sep '27 | OPTA 6015 | PTA Evidence-based Practice |
| Sep '27 - Oct '27 | OPTA 6140 | Advanced Exercise Prescription - Ortho |
| Oct '27 - Nov '27 | OPTA 6130 | Upper Quarter Management |
| Nov '27 - Dec '27 | OPTA 6110 | Management of Lower Quarter Disorders |
| Jan '28 - Feb '28 | OPTA 7080 VL | PTA Orthopaedic Skills Virtual Lab |
| Feb '28 | OPTA 6120 | PTA Special Topics |
| March '28 - April '28 | ISPI-TPS 6410 | TNE |
| April '28 - May '28 | OPTA 7170 | Virtual Rounds and Case Presentations |
| May '28 | OPTA 7081 | PTA Certification Comprehensive Exam |
Course Structure
- 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.