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Licensure is managed by individual state regulatory boards and is required to practice as a PT or work as a PTA in the United States.
Licensure is required in order to practice as a physical therapist or work as a physical therapist assistant in the United States.
You must pass the National Physical Therapy Exam, which is administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
The NPTE is administered by FSBPT. You must pass the NPTE if you are seeking to become a licensed PT or PTA in the United States.
Licensure is required in order to practice as a PT or work as a PTA in the United States. Licensure is managed by individual state regulatory boards.
May 30, 2020 / Website
FSBPT maintains a list of licensing authorities with links to each state's or jurisdiction’s practice act.
Aug 1, 2019 / Article
The compact creates a way for PTs and PTAs to practice or work in multiple states.
Aug 1, 2022 / Feature
The PT Compact has streamlined the process for PTs and PTAs to serve patients across state borders.