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PTA PROGRAMS

State of IdahoPhysical Therapy Licensure Board

Bureau of Occupational Licenses

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A Brief Overview

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Introductions

Role of the Licensing Board vs. the Association

Application/Exam/Licensing Processes

The Good, The Bad, & The Disciplined What Every Licensee Needs to Know!

Questions & Answers

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Role of the Idaho Physical Therapy Board

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Board’s Responsibilities...

Determining the minimum qualifications necessary to obtain a license;

Regulating the standards of conduct and scope of practice for the profession;

Adopting and administering examinations;

Adopting and monitoring continuing education requirements;

Reviewing complaints against licensees/registrants and taking appropriate disciplinary action against those who have violated the laws.

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Vision Statement: Transform society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience.

Mission Statement: The Idaho Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) is the principle membership organization representing and promoting the profession of physical therapy in Idaho. Our mission is to further the profession’s role in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of movement dysfunctions and the enhancement of the physical health and functional abilities of members of the public through education, research, and evidence‐based practice.

{The IPTA is a chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) with over 550 members representing over 1200 physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in the state.}

“Idaho Physical Therapy Association, Inc.” http://www.ptidaho.org/

©2012 -- Idaho Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) -- All rights reserved. May 13, 2013

Role of the Physical Therapy Association

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• Maintain professional & occupational records

• Act as initial point of contact for applicants

• Receive inquiries; provide licensure information & appropriate forms

• Receive applications; process documentation of education, experience & examination

• Issue license to practice; process renewals

• Provide information as requested to licensees

• Help boards with proposed law and rule changes

Investigative Unit ▪ Receive/investigate complaints

▪ Legal/professional reviews

▪ Make recommendations to boards for complaint disposition

▪ Prosecution of licensure law violations

Role of IBOL“The Bureau”

To serve the Board / provide for protection of the health, safety, & welfare of the general public

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Visit the Federation for State Boards of Physical Therapy’s website:

http://www.fsbpt.org

Candidate Handbook

Helpful (Exam) Hints

Practice Exam

Assessment Tool

& much more! Physical Therapy Licensure Board

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NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAM

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What is FSBPT?

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Non-profit membership organization Made up of 53 jurisdiction licensing boards

Owns, Develops, Administers and Validates the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)

Promotes public protection through effective, consistent and evidence-based regulation

Educates members in regulatory issues Continued Competence Discipline Professional Standards Impaired Professional

Completely Separate from American Physical Therapy Association

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Why Do Candidates for Licensure Need to Pass a National Licensing Exam?

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Regulatory boards license or certify PTs/PTAs on the

basis of an examination

To help ensure that only those individuals who have the

requisite knowledge of physical therapy are licensed in

the PT field

To help regulatory authorities evaluate candidates and

provide standards that are comparable from jurisdiction

to jurisdiction

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Applying for the NPTE & PTA License

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Application Process

1. Apply for your license with jurisdiction where you plan to work ~

◼ Jurisdiction sets requirements for licensure

◼ Jurisdiction approves candidate to sit for exam

2. Complete your registration to sit for the NPTE

◼ Your school will provide the website, and your login and password

◼ Jurisdiction completes final approval of candidate in FSBPT

3. Obtain a ProMetric test center appointment

◼ Once you receive your Authorization to Test (ATT) letter from FSBPT, contact Prometric ASAP to schedule your appointment

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The Next Step…

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Becoming A Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

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A LICENSE IS:

❖A Responsibility

❖A Privilege

REMEMBER!

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SAFEGUARD THAT PRIVILEGE!

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Obey Your Practice Laws

Practice Ethically

Obey Your Practice Laws

Practice Safely

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Contacting the Board

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Mailing/Physical Address:Idaho Physical Therapy Licensure BoardBureau of Occupational LicensesP.O. Box 83720 (700 West State Street/83702)

Boise, Idaho 83720-0063

Phone: 208-334-3233 (Main number)

or direct line: 208-577-2583

Fax: 208-334-3945

Internet: www.ibol.idaho.gov

Email: [email protected]


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