Idaho

United States Physical Therapy Practice Acts

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Requirements for License

Qualifications for Licensure: 

1. Be of good moral character

2. Submit completed written application to the board demonstrating proof of graduating from a nationally accredited school with a curriculum approved by the board.

3. Pass an examination authorized by the board or apply for licensure by endorsement, following the specific applicable section of the Idaho Code.

Qualifications for Licensure by Endorsement:

1. Meets all qualifications set by the respective section of the Idaho Code

2. PT is licensed or registered to practice in another state

3. PT is in good standing with the laws of their state

4. Presents proof of passing an examination substantially similar to that approved by the board

If an individual meets these requirements they will be approved for licensure without examination once they have paid the licensure fee to the board.

Qualifications for Licensure of Foreign Educated Therapist:

In addition to the above qualifications for licensure, the following criteria must be met.

1. The PT's education credentials must be evaluated by a credential evaluation agency approved by the board 

2. There must be significant evidence the PT's education is substantially similar to that of board approved accredited programs

3. Provide written proof the school they attended is approved by the country's ministry of education and prepares students to become a PT

4. Provide written proof of authorization to practice in their country if they have had any experience practicing there as a PT

5. Provide proof or legal authorization to reside and seek employment in the US or its territories

6. Provide proof of passing a standardized English exam approved by the board if English is not their native language

7. Pass competency exams authorized by the board

Sections 3 and 4 above will be waived if the foreign educated PT has graduated from a PT program accredited by a board approved agency.

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