Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure in Kansas
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $118
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Renewal Costs $67
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CE Requirements 20 Hours
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant license in Kansas, you'll be working with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA). Unlike some states with fully digital systems, Kansas often requires you to download and mail your application materials, which you can access via the Licensing Forms page. Before you hit submit, I recommend getting the ball rolling on your background check and official transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Download the Application Packet: Head over to the KSBHA Licensing Forms page and locate the "Physical Therapist Assistant (P.T.A.)" section. Download the full application packet. This document contains the forms you need to fill out, notarize, and mail back to the Board.
- Complete the Background Check: Kansas requires a fingerprint-based criminal background check. You will typically need to request a fingerprint card from the Board or follow the specific instructions included in your application packet to complete this process through the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI).
- Take the KS JAM: You must pass the Kansas Jurisprudence Assessment Module (KS JAM). You will register for this online assessment directly through the FSBPT website. It tests your knowledge of the state's specific laws and rules.
- Submit Your Application: Once your forms are filled out, notarized, and your fees are attached, mail your complete packet to the Board's address listed on the application.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent passport-quality photograph, a notarized Affidavit (included in the packet), and your social security number.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school to the Board) and your NPTE scores (transferred via FSBPT).
- Exams: You must pass the KS JAM (Jurisprudence Assessment Module) via FSBPT.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Kansas:
- Application Fee: $70
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $48 (approx.)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $118
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Kansas Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by December 31.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $67.
Note: The renewal window opens November 15, and while you have until January 31 to complete the process, any renewal submitted after December 31 is considered late and incurs an additional fee.
CE Requirements
20 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs: you can complete all 20 contact hours online through home-study or webinars, as Kansas has no "live" hour requirement.
Provider Restrictions: The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts does not pre-approve individual courses. However, they accept courses approved by the APTA, the Kansas Physical Therapy Association (KPTA), or other state physical therapy boards. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for meeting these requirements.
Mandatory Topics
- Jurisprudence: You must successfully complete the Kansas Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Examination (KS JAM) with a score of at least 88%. Completion of this exam counts as 1 contact hour toward your total.
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, certification for basic life support, business management, and personal development courses do not count toward your license renewal.
New Licensee Rule: If you were licensed during the second year of the renewal cycle, your contact hour requirements are typically prorated. Check your specific license issue date to confirm your required count for the first renewal.
Reporting: Kansas uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal, but you must maintain documentation of your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs for at least 5 years in case of an audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Kansas State Examining Committee for Physical Therapy:
- Address: 800 SW Jackson, Lower Level, Suite A Topeka, KS 66612
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (785) 296-7413
- Fax: (785) 368-7102
- Email: KSBHA_licensing@ks.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 Kansas, you'll be working with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA). Unlike some states with fully digital systems, Kansas often requires you to download and mail your application materials, which you can access via the Licensing Forms page. Before you hit submit, I recommend getting the ball rolling on your background check and official transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Download the Application Packet: Head over to the KSBHA Licensing Forms page and locate the "Physical Therapist Assistant (P.T.A.)" section. Download the full application packet. This document contains the forms you need to fill out, notarize, and mail back to the Board.
- Complete the Background Check: Kansas requires a fingerprint-based criminal background check. You will typically need to request a fingerprint card from the Board or follow the specific instructions included in your application packet to complete this process through the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI).
- Take the KS JAM: You must pass the Kansas Jurisprudence Assessment Module (KS JAM). You will register for this online assessment directly through the FSBPT website. It tests your knowledge of the state's specific laws and rules.
- Submit Your Application: Once your forms are filled out, notarized, and your fees are attached, mail your complete packet to the Board's address listed on the application.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent passport-quality photograph, a notarized Affidavit (included in the packet), and your social security number.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school to the Board) and your NPTE scores (transferred via FSBPT).
- Exams: You must pass the KS JAM (Jurisprudence Assessment Module) via FSBPT.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Kansas:
- Application Fee: $70
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $48 (approx.)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $118
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Kansas Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by December 31.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $67.
Note: The renewal window opens November 15, and while you have until January 31 to complete the process, any renewal submitted after December 31 is considered late and incurs an additional fee.
CE Requirements
20 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs: you can complete all 20 contact hours online through home-study or webinars, as Kansas has no "live" hour requirement.
Provider Restrictions: The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts does not pre-approve individual courses. However, they accept courses approved by the APTA, the Kansas Physical Therapy Association (KPTA), or other state physical therapy boards. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for meeting these requirements.
Mandatory Topics
- Jurisprudence: You must successfully complete the Kansas Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Examination (KS JAM) with a score of at least 88%. Completion of this exam counts as 1 contact hour toward your total.
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, certification for basic life support, business management, and personal development courses do not count toward your license renewal.
New Licensee Rule: If you were licensed during the second year of the renewal cycle, your contact hour requirements are typically prorated. Check your specific license issue date to confirm your required count for the first renewal.
Reporting: Kansas uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates during renewal, but you must maintain documentation of your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs for at least 5 years in case of an audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Kansas State Examining Committee for Physical Therapy:
- Address: 800 SW Jackson, Lower Level, Suite A Topeka, KS 66612
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (785) 296-7413
- Fax: (785) 368-7102
- Email: KSBHA_licensing@ks.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.