Josh Hansen sits down with Ellie West, an alum of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Salt Lake Community College. They explore her journey into the field, the experiences that shaped her time as a student, and the lessons she’s carried into her career. Ellie also offers valuable advice to current and future PTA students on how to make the most of their education.

Get to know Ellie West in this inspiring episode of The Pulse on Health Science.

Air Date: 25 April 2025

The School of Health Sciences at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is committed to providing quality education in nursing and allied health fields, ensuring each graduate is ready to enter the healthcare profession. Experienced and clinically prepared faculty, along with hands-on experience in a variety of clinical settings, allow students to become skilled in the science of healing and the art of compassion and ready to serve their community.
The School of Health Sciences is housed on the Jordan Campus of SLCC and offers the following programs:

• Community Health and Leadership
• Dental Hygiene
• Respiratory Therapy
• Surgical Technology
• Mortuary Science
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Radiologic Technology
• Nursing

For more information about these programs and the Health Sciences at Salt Lake Community College please visit us at www.slcc.edu/hs or call 801-957-6253.
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