Best Physical Therapy Aide Programs in Alaska (2025)

Updated November 7, 2025 | Brad Fishbein Table of Contents

Compare physical therapy aide programs across Alaska. Below you’ll find a quick salary snapshot and nearby training programs.

Alaska Physical Therapy Aide Programs Salary Snapshot

Alaska
Alaska Median Pay $42,320 $20.34 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $34,520 $16.59 per hour
Data Year: 2024 Source: BLS OEWS

Why Choose Physical Therapy Aide Programs in Alaska?

  • Hands-on labs that align to industry certifications.
  • Strong demand across construction, maintenance, and manufacturing.
  • Mix of public colleges and private institutes statewide.
  • Pathways into apprenticeships and employer partnerships.

#1

University of Alaska Anchorage

Anchorage, AK 208.2 miles away

Located in Anchorage, AK University of Alaska Anchorage is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Aircraft Mechanic (A&P), Aviation Maintenance Technology, and Automotive Technician.

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Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

Alaska Physical Therapy Aide Programs Salary & Job Outlook

Based on BLS occupation: Physical Therapist Aides (31-2022)
Data Year: 2024 • Alaska

Median Pay (2024) $42,320 $20.34 per hour

Mean Pay (2024)

$53,320 per year $25.63 per hour

Wage Percentiles

10th Percentile $34,390

$16.54 per hour

25th Percentile $34,530

$16.60 per hour

75th Percentile $66,510

$31.98 per hour

90th Percentile $69,220

$33.28 per hour

Alaska vs U.S.

Median Wage +22.6%
$42,320

$20.34 per hour

Mean Wage +50.2%
$53,320

$25.63 per hour

Percent difference vs U.S.

Employment Outlook

2024 130

Employment: 130 jobs

Additional Details

Employment per 1,000 Jobs
0.41
Employment RSE
37.7%
Total Employment (BLS sample)
130 jobs

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. www.bls.gov/oes

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