License: Physical Therapist

A physical therapist is a licensed health care professional who examines and evaluates a patient's condition and then plans and administers treatments to promote optimal health. Physical therapists seek to relieve pain, improve the body's movement and function, maintain cardiopulmonary function, restore, maintain and promote optimal physical function; and limit disabilities resulting from injury or disease.

  • Stand-alone license
  • Third-party exam required
  • Degree required
  • Continuing education required
  • No experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
  • Fees are reduced and expedited processing is available for military and spouses, with a temporary license available in the interim
License information updated 02/08/2021