Prior to First Semester: Major Medical Insurance, Immunizations, Drug Test, CPR, Criminal Background Check,
Physical.
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) rule 97.64, "Required Vaccinations
for Students Enrolled in Health-Related and Veterinary Courses in Institutions of
Higher Education" requires students enrolled in health-related courses, which will
involve direct patient contact in medical or dental facilities to complete a three-dose
series of hepatitis B vaccine or provide proof of a positive titer.
| Prior to starting the PTA Program |
|
| Certified Background |
$40 |
| Urine Drug Screen |
$39 |
| CPR Certification |
$50 |
| Medical Clearance |
Varies |
| Major Medical Insurance (required) |
Varies |
| Laptop or Tablet (required for testing) |
Varies |
| Required Immunizations including Hepatitis B |
Varies |
WC Institutional Tuition and Fees
See our Paying for WC page for the most up-to-date information on tuition and fees.
Tuition and Fees
Other Expenses
In addition to tuition, books, and fees, students are required to purchase the following
items.
| Fall Semester I |
|
| PTA Textbooks (estimate) |
$738.10 |
| Uniforms |
$150 |
| Spring Semester I |
|
| PTA Textbooks (estimate) |
$467.00 |
| Summer Semester I |
|
| Updated Background |
$20 |
| Repeat Urine Drug Screen |
$39 |
| Clinical Travel Costs (Gas/Mileage) |
Varies |
| Clinical Uniforms (some clinics require specific uniforms) |
$100 |
| Fall Semester II |
|
| PTA Textbooks |
$191.60 |
| Spring Semester II |
|
| Scorebuilders Course |
$75 |
| PTA Textbooks |
$120 |
| Clinical Travel Costs (Gas/Mileage) |
Varies |
| Updated Background |
$20 |
| Repeat Urine Drug Screen |
$39 |
| Class Pin |
$10 |
| Licensure Application and Exam Fees |
$785 |
Financial Cost Sheet
