ID H0470

Requires foreign-educated physical therapist and physical therapist assistant applicants to provide proof of passing scores on board-approved standardized English proficiency examinations if English is not their native language

Applicants must demonstrate good moral character, submit completed applications with proof of graduation from an acceptable physical therapy program, and have credentials evaluated by a board-approved agency

Applicants must provide written proof that their foreign education school is recognized by its own country's ministry of education and qualifies them to practice without limitation in that country

Applicants with prior foreign practice experience must provide written proof of authorization to practice as a physical therapist without limitation in the country where they were educated

Waives credential evaluation and foreign ministry recognition requirements for applicants who graduated from a professional physical therapy education program accredited by a board-approved agency