Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure in Indiana
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Timeline 4-6 weeks
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Initial Costs $188
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Renewal Costs $100
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CE Requirements 22 Hours
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant license in Indiana, you'll be working with the Indiana Physical Therapy Committee. You will submit your application through MyLicense.IN.gov. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Submit Your Application: Head over to the online portal to create an account and hit submit on your application. You'll want to select "Physical Therapist Assistant" and then "Endorsement" if you already hold a license in another state.
- Criminal Background Check: You are required to complete a background check. Once you've applied, you'll receive an email with specific instructions, but generally, you will schedule your fingerprinting appointment through IdentoGO.
- Request Official Documents: Contact your school to have your official transcripts sent directly to the Board. You'll also need to head over to the FSBPT website to transfer your NPTE scores to Indiana.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Social Security Number, driver's license, and any legal name change documentation (like a marriage certificate) if your documents don't match.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must come directly from the school), NPTE Scores (via FSBPT), and license verification from every state where you hold a license.
- Exams: No Jurisprudence Exam is required for initial licensure, but you will need to complete an ethics/jurisprudence course for future renewals.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Indiana:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $38 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $50
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $188
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Indiana Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens every two years and is due by June 30 of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: Watch out—if you submit after the expiration date, you will be charged a $50 late fee.
CE Requirements
22 Hours required every two years.
Deadline: June 30th of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant pros: Indiana currently has no limit on home-study or online courses, provided they are classified as Category I continuing competency activities.
Provider Restrictions: At least 10 hours must be "Category I" (formal programs) from approved providers such as the APTA, Indiana Chapter of the APTA, or FSBPT. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for Indiana travelers as they maintain the necessary state and national approvals for Category I credit.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics and Indiana Jurisprudence (2 Hours)
- No other specific clinical topics are mandated—choose what interests you for the remaining 20 Hours!
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, and courses related to office management, marketing, or social work do not count toward Category I requirements.
New Licensee Rule: If your license was issued for 12–23 months of the cycle, you only need 12 Hours. If your license was issued for less than 12 months of the cycle, you are exempt from CEU requirements for your first renewal.
Reporting: Indiana is an audit-based state. You do not need to upload certificates during renewal, but you must maintain your records for at least 4 years in case of a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Indiana Physical Therapy Committee:
- Address: 402 W Washington St, Room W072 Indianapolis, IN 46204
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (317) 234-2051
- Email: pla14@pla.in.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 Assistant license in Indiana, you'll be working with the Indiana Physical Therapy Committee. You will submit your application through MyLicense.IN.gov. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Submit Your Application: Head over to the online portal to create an account and hit submit on your application. You'll want to select "Physical Therapist Assistant" and then "Endorsement" if you already hold a license in another state.
- Criminal Background Check: You are required to complete a background check. Once you've applied, you'll receive an email with specific instructions, but generally, you will schedule your fingerprinting appointment through IdentoGO.
- Request Official Documents: Contact your school to have your official transcripts sent directly to the Board. You'll also need to head over to the FSBPT website to transfer your NPTE scores to Indiana.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Social Security Number, driver's license, and any legal name change documentation (like a marriage certificate) if your documents don't match.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must come directly from the school), NPTE Scores (via FSBPT), and license verification from every state where you hold a license.
- Exams: No Jurisprudence Exam is required for initial licensure, but you will need to complete an ethics/jurisprudence course for future renewals.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Indiana:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $38 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $50
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $188
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Indiana Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens every two years and is due by June 30 of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: Watch out—if you submit after the expiration date, you will be charged a $50 late fee.
CE Requirements
22 Hours required every two years.
Deadline: June 30th of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant pros: Indiana currently has no limit on home-study or online courses, provided they are classified as Category I continuing competency activities.
Provider Restrictions: At least 10 hours must be "Category I" (formal programs) from approved providers such as the APTA, Indiana Chapter of the APTA, or FSBPT. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for Indiana travelers as they maintain the necessary state and national approvals for Category I credit.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics and Indiana Jurisprudence (2 Hours)
- No other specific clinical topics are mandated—choose what interests you for the remaining 20 Hours!
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, and courses related to office management, marketing, or social work do not count toward Category I requirements.
New Licensee Rule: If your license was issued for 12–23 months of the cycle, you only need 12 Hours. If your license was issued for less than 12 months of the cycle, you are exempt from CEU requirements for your first renewal.
Reporting: Indiana is an audit-based state. You do not need to upload certificates during renewal, but you must maintain your records for at least 4 years in case of a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Indiana Physical Therapy Committee:
- Address: 402 W Washington St, Room W072 Indianapolis, IN 46204
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (317) 234-2051
- Email: pla14@pla.in.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.