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Physical Therapist
License Description

Occupational Description


Physical Therapists provide physical therapy treatments. The practice of physical therapy includes the use of exercises and other treatments to: Restore physical function; Promote fitness & health; Reduce the risk of injuries.

Licensure Requirements


Applicants must: 1. Have reached the age of majority; 2. Have graduated from an accredited physical therapy program (if training as a physical therapist was in a foreign country, the applicant must have completed a program of professional instruction that is substantially equivalent to an approved education program); 3. Have passed the licensure examinations; 4. Be either a citizen of the United States, an alien lawfully admitted into the United States who is eligible for a credential under the Uniform Credentialing Act, or a nonimmigrant who is lawfully present in the United States and who is eligible for a credential under the Uniform Credentialing Act.

Fees


Initial License Fee- $133.00

Renewal


Renewal is required biennially by November 1 of odd-numbered years. The renewal fee is $133.00. Twenty hours of continuing education are required to qualify for renewal. Licensees must also pass the Nebraska Law Tutorial with a score of 100% prior to renewal.
Licensing Agency
Nebraska Dept. of Health & Human Services
Public Health Division, Licensure Unit, Office of Rehabilitation & Community Services
Public Health Division, Licensure Unit, Office of Rehabilitation & Community Services
P.O. Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509
(402) 224 2299
dhhs.rehaboffice@nebraska.gov
Active Status Active
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 09/06/2024

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