License: PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards Division of Health Related Boards

665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor

Nashville, TN 37243-0000

(615) 532-3202

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT <br><br>A physical therapy assistant assists in treatment of any injury, condition, or disease by the use of physical, chemical or mechanical agents; uses heat, light, water, electricity, massage, sound, therapeutic exercises, and mobilization to treat patients, under the supervision of a Tennessee licensed physical therapist. Activities do not require professional or advanced training in the anatomical, biological, psychological and social sciences involved in the practice of Physical Therapy. <br><br>REQUIREMENTS: <br>Be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character, and satisfy education and examination requirements. <br><br>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: <br>Approved physical therapy assistant (two year) academic program, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) <br><br>EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS: <br>All applicants for examination shall apply for admission directly with the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) by contacting:<BR>Federation of States Board of Physical Therapy<BR>509 Wythe Street<BR>Alexandria, VA 22314<BR>Phone: (703) 299-3100<BR>Fax: (703) 299-3110<BR>Website: www.fsbpt.org <br><br>RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS<br>Renew by expiration date every two years.<br><BR>PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:<BR>American Physical Therapy Association<BR>1111 North Fairfax Street<BR>Alexandria, VA 22314-1488<BR>Phone: (703) 684-APTA (2782)