License: Compact Privilege Physical Therapist Assistant

8300 Health Park, Suite 233
Raleigh, NC 27615-0000
(919) 490-6393

A “compact privilege” means the authorization granted by NCBPTE to allow a licensee from another member state to practice as a physical therapist or work as a physical therapist assistant in the remote state under its laws and rules. The practice of physical therapy occurs in the member state where the patient/client is located at the time of the patient/client encounter. Privileges are purchased via the PT Compact Commission at ptcompact.org

  • Stand-alone license
  • Third-party exam required
  • Degree required
  • Continuing education required
  • Certification required
  • Experience required
  • Background check required
  • No physical requirements
License information updated 05/01/2022