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PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
License Description PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

A physical therapy assistant assists in treatment of any injury, condition, or disease by the use of physical, chemical or mechanical agents; uses heat, light, water, electricity, massage, sound, therapeutic exercises, and mobilization to treat patients, under the supervision of a Tennessee licensed physical therapist. Activities do not require professional or advanced training in the anatomical, biological, psychological and social sciences involved in the practice of Physical Therapy.

REQUIREMENTS:
Be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character, and satisfy education and examination requirements.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approved physical therapy assistant (two year) academic program, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants for examination shall apply for admission directly with the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) by contacting:
Federation of States Board of Physical Therapy
509 Wythe Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 299-3100
Fax: (703) 299-3110
Website: www.fsbpt.org

RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS
Renew by expiration date every two years.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
American Physical Therapy Association
1111 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-1488
Phone: (703) 684-APTA (2782)
Licensing Agency
Department of Health
Division of Health Related Boards
Division of Health Related Boards
"665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor"
, Na 000TN-7243
Active Status Active
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Education Specific course required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 09/09/2024

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