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== Introduction == | == Introduction == |
Revision as of 03:45, 19 February 2023
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Registration Process[edit | edit source]
- Prior to registration you must complete 30 additional credits. Can be attained via CLEP (College-Level Examination Program).
- The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) encompasses 53 jurisdictions.
- Each jurisdiction has an individual vetting process .
- Apply online via FCCPT (Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy) for a type 1 review (for Irish/British wishing to seek visa)
- Permission to work in the USA must be sought via the US citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Licence to practice is obtained by sitting the NPTE (National Physical Therapy Exam). The exam can be sat in any jurisdiction regardless of where you plan to work.
Requirements[edit | edit source]
- UCD must release transcripts to the FCCPT
- Proof of licence to practice from the ISCP.
- Copy of your degree (English version) signed by notary public (solicitor)
- Attestation form outlining all information provided by you in correct and a passport photo, also notarized.
Job Opportunities[edit | edit source]
At present over 3,000 Physical Therapy jobs advertised on the APTA website.
Useful Websites[edit | edit source]
- http://www.apta.org/
- http://www.fccpt.org/
- http://clep.collegeboard.org/
- http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis
- http://www.ptjobs.com/
- Information on NPTE’s: http://www.fsbpt.org
- Requirements of each jurisdiction: http://www.visalaw.com/IMG/ptchart.pdf