License: Physical Therapist Assistant
Department of State Bureau of Professional & Occupational Affairs Physical Therapy Board
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P.O. Box 2649
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649
(717) 783-7134
To assist the physical therapist in the evaluation and treatment of any person by the utilization of the effective properties of physical measures such as mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage, mobilization and the use of therapeutic exercises and rehabilitative procedures including training in functional activities, with or without assistive devices, for the purpose of limiting or preventing disability and alleviating or correcting any physical or mental conditions, and the performance of tests and measurements as an aid in diagnosis or evaluation of function.
- Stand-alone license
- State exam required
- Degree required
- Continuing education required
- No experience required
- No criminal record requirements
License information updated 03/11/2021