Physical Therapist Licensure in Virginia
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $223
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Renewal Costs $135
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CE Requirements 30 Hours
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist license in Virginia, you'll be working with the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy. You will submit your application through the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) Initial Applications portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Hit Submit on the Application: Head over to the online portal to create an account and start your application. Crucial Detail: If you have been licensed for less than one year in another state, you must apply by "Examination." If you've been licensed for more than a year, select "Endorsement."
- Schedule Your Background Check: Virginia uses Fieldprint for fingerprint-based criminal background checks. You will need to schedule an appointment online. Be sure to use the specific codes provided in the application instructions to ensure your results are sent directly to the Board.
- Request Your Verifications: Go to the FSBPT website to transfer your NPTE scores to Virginia. You will also need to request official license verifications from every state where you currently hold or have previously held a license.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Your Social Security Number, Driver's License, and a complete list of your employment history and state licenses.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (these must be sent directly from your school to the Board), NPTE Scores (via FSBPT), and License Verifications.
- Exams: Good news—there is no Jurisprudence Exam required for physical therapists in Virginia!
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Virginia:
- Application Fee: $140
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $35 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $48
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $223
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Virginia Physical Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by December 31 of each even-numbered year.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $135.
Note: Ensure all 30 hours of required continuing education are completed before the deadline, as Virginia does not provide a grace period for practicing with an expired license.
CE Requirements
30 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist CEUs: Virginia allows all 30 hours to be completed online! There is no specific "live" requirement, provided the courses meet the criteria for Type 1 or Type 2 hours.
Provider Restrictions: At least 15 hours must be Type 1 (organized programs offered by approved sponsors such as the APTA, Virginia PT Association, or accredited colleges). General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for Type 1 hours. The remaining 15 hours can be Type 2 (self-study, research, or non-approved courses).
Mandatory Topics
- Type 1 Hours (15 hours): Must be clinical or practice-related and provided by an approved sponsor.
- Type 2 Hours (15 hours): Can include self-study, professional reading, or clinical supervision.
- Jurisprudence: No specific law exam or ethics course is mandated for every cycle, but licensees are responsible for following the Virginia Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Excluded Topics: Hours cannot be claimed for CPR certification, basic first aid, business or office management, or marketing.
New Licensee Rule: Physical therapists licensed by examination are exempt from continuing education requirements for their first biennial renewal cycle.
Reporting: Virginia is audit-based. You do not need to upload certificates to a portal like CE Broker unless specifically audited. You must maintain your records for 4 years following the renewal period.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy:
- Address: 9960 Mayland Dr, Suite 300 Henrico, Virginia 23233-1463
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (804) 367-4674
- Fax: (804) 939-5973
- Email: ptboard@dhp.virginia.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.
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How to Apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist license in Virginia, you'll be working with the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy. You will submit your application through the Virginia Department of Health Professions (DHP) Initial Applications portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Hit Submit on the Application: Head over to the online portal to create an account and start your application. Crucial Detail: If you have been licensed for less than one year in another state, you must apply by "Examination." If you've been licensed for more than a year, select "Endorsement."
- Schedule Your Background Check: Virginia uses Fieldprint for fingerprint-based criminal background checks. You will need to schedule an appointment online. Be sure to use the specific codes provided in the application instructions to ensure your results are sent directly to the Board.
- Request Your Verifications: Go to the FSBPT website to transfer your NPTE scores to Virginia. You will also need to request official license verifications from every state where you currently hold or have previously held a license.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Your Social Security Number, Driver's License, and a complete list of your employment history and state licenses.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (these must be sent directly from your school to the Board), NPTE Scores (via FSBPT), and License Verifications.
- Exams: Good news—there is no Jurisprudence Exam required for physical therapists in Virginia!
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Virginia:
- Application Fee: $140
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $35 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $48
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $223
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Virginia Physical Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by December 31 of each even-numbered year.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $135.
Note: Ensure all 30 hours of required continuing education are completed before the deadline, as Virginia does not provide a grace period for practicing with an expired license.
CE Requirements
30 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist CEUs: Virginia allows all 30 hours to be completed online! There is no specific "live" requirement, provided the courses meet the criteria for Type 1 or Type 2 hours.
Provider Restrictions: At least 15 hours must be Type 1 (organized programs offered by approved sponsors such as the APTA, Virginia PT Association, or accredited colleges). General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for Type 1 hours. The remaining 15 hours can be Type 2 (self-study, research, or non-approved courses).
Mandatory Topics
- Type 1 Hours (15 hours): Must be clinical or practice-related and provided by an approved sponsor.
- Type 2 Hours (15 hours): Can include self-study, professional reading, or clinical supervision.
- Jurisprudence: No specific law exam or ethics course is mandated for every cycle, but licensees are responsible for following the Virginia Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Excluded Topics: Hours cannot be claimed for CPR certification, basic first aid, business or office management, or marketing.
New Licensee Rule: Physical therapists licensed by examination are exempt from continuing education requirements for their first biennial renewal cycle.
Reporting: Virginia is audit-based. You do not need to upload certificates to a portal like CE Broker unless specifically audited. You must maintain your records for 4 years following the renewal period.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy:
- Address: 9960 Mayland Dr, Suite 300 Henrico, Virginia 23233-1463
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (804) 367-4674
- Fax: (804) 939-5973
- Email: ptboard@dhp.virginia.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.