Are physical therapists licensed?
• Yes, a license is needed to practice physical therapy. The same licensing exam, the National Physical Therapy Examination, is given in all 50 states. To take the exam one must be a graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy. The purpose of licensure is to protect the public from unqualified practitioners. Other requirements for physical therapy practice vary from state to state according to physical therapy practice acts or state regulations governing physical therapy.
Yes, a license is needed to practice physical therapy. The same licensing exam, the National Physical Therapy Examination, is given in all 50 states. To take the exam one must be a graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy. The purpose of licensure is to protect the public from unqualified practitioners. Other requirements for physical therapy practice vary from state to state according to physical therapy practice acts or state regulations governing physical therapy.
