Texas

United States Physical Therapy Practice Acts

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Temporary License Requirements/Availability

The state of Texas allows the use of a temporary license under the following circumstances:

• Must meet all of the general licensing requirements listed in the licensure section.
• Must be registered to take the national physical therapy examination.
• Submit a notarized temporary supervision affidavits as provided by the board.
• Submit appropriate fees for temporary licensure.

Temporary licenses may only be issued to an applicant who is taking the national board exam fo the first time. Applicants who have failed at least one examination attempt or have been licensed in a different state are not eligible for temporary licensure.

Once obtained, temporary licenses are only in effect for 3 months or until the applicant receives the results of their first examination attempt.

An applicant who is practicing with a temporary license must have on-site supervision by a licensed physical therapist.

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