Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure in Louisiana
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $190
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Renewal Costs $280
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CE Requirements 30 Hours
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant license in Louisiana, you'll be working with the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board. You will submit your application through the LPTB Dashboard. Before you start, I recommend gathering your documents and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the LPTB Dashboard to create a "New Applicant" account. Once you're in, hit submit on the online application. Note: You cannot edit the application once it's submitted, so double-check your details!
- Pass the Jurisprudence Exam: Good news—this is a free, open-book exam you take directly through your dashboard. It consists of 40 questions based on the Louisiana Practice Act and Rules, and you'll need a score of 75% or higher to pass.
- Background Check: You must have an active application on file before starting this step. Download the "Fingerprint Service Code Form" and "Out-of-State Procedures" from the Board's website and follow the instructions to schedule your fingerprinting (usually via IdentoGO).
- Upload Required Docs: Log back into your dashboard to upload a recent 2x2 passport-style photo, a color copy of your Social Security Card, and your Driver's License or Passport. You'll also need to complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) survey here.
- Third-Party Requests: Request your official transcripts be sent directly from your school to the Board (email is preferred:
Transcripts@laptboard.org). You also need to transfer your FSBPT scores and request license verifications from every state where you have held a license.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent 2x2 passport-style photo, Social Security Card, Driver's License or Passport, and CE certificates (if licensed for more than one year).
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly to the Board), FSBPT Score Transfer, and Verification of Licensure from all prior states.
- Exams: Louisiana Jurisprudence Exam (Online via Dashboard).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Louisiana:
- Application Fee: $150
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $40 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $190
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Louisiana Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens biennially based on birth year and is due by March 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $280.
Note: Watch out—renewing after the deadline incurs a steep late fee, and your license will officially expire if not renewed by April 30th.
CE Requirements
30 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st. Professionals born in even-numbered years renew in even years; those born in odd-numbered years renew in odd years.
Live vs. Online: For Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs, Louisiana requires a minimum of 15 hours to be "Board-Approved" (Live/Interactive). A maximum of 15 hours may be completed via home-study or online self-study formats.
Provider Restrictions: All courses must be approved by the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board (LPTB). Popular platforms like MedBridge are accepted for the 15-hour home-study limit, provided the specific course is listed as LPTB-approved.
Mandatory Topics
- Jurisprudence: (2 hours) The Board-required Jurisprudence course covers the Louisiana Practice Act and Rules.
- Ethics: (2 hours) Must be related to the practice of physical therapy.
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, business, marketing, investment/financial management, or courses not related to the clinical practice of physical therapy.
New Licensee Rule: Requirements are prorated. If licensed for more than one year but less than two, 15 hours are required. If licensed for less than one year, no CEUs are required for the initial renewal.
Reporting: Louisiana utilizes CE Broker for digital tracking. Travelers should ensure all certificates are uploaded to the portal and maintain physical copies for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board:
- Address: 2110 W Pinhook Rd, Suite 202 Lafayette, LA 70508
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (337) 262-1043
- Fax: (337) 262-1054
- Email: Danielle@laptboard.org
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 Louisiana, you'll be working with the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board. You will submit your application through the LPTB Dashboard. Before you start, I recommend gathering your documents and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the LPTB Dashboard to create a "New Applicant" account. Once you're in, hit submit on the online application. Note: You cannot edit the application once it's submitted, so double-check your details!
- Pass the Jurisprudence Exam: Good news—this is a free, open-book exam you take directly through your dashboard. It consists of 40 questions based on the Louisiana Practice Act and Rules, and you'll need a score of 75% or higher to pass.
- Background Check: You must have an active application on file before starting this step. Download the "Fingerprint Service Code Form" and "Out-of-State Procedures" from the Board's website and follow the instructions to schedule your fingerprinting (usually via IdentoGO).
- Upload Required Docs: Log back into your dashboard to upload a recent 2x2 passport-style photo, a color copy of your Social Security Card, and your Driver's License or Passport. You'll also need to complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) survey here.
- Third-Party Requests: Request your official transcripts be sent directly from your school to the Board (email is preferred:
Transcripts@laptboard.org). You also need to transfer your FSBPT scores and request license verifications from every state where you have held a license.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A recent 2x2 passport-style photo, Social Security Card, Driver's License or Passport, and CE certificates (if licensed for more than one year).
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly to the Board), FSBPT Score Transfer, and Verification of Licensure from all prior states.
- Exams: Louisiana Jurisprudence Exam (Online via Dashboard).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Louisiana:
- Application Fee: $150
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $40 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $190
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Louisiana Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens biennially based on birth year and is due by March 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $280.
Note: Watch out—renewing after the deadline incurs a steep late fee, and your license will officially expire if not renewed by April 30th.
CE Requirements
30 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st. Professionals born in even-numbered years renew in even years; those born in odd-numbered years renew in odd years.
Live vs. Online: For Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs, Louisiana requires a minimum of 15 hours to be "Board-Approved" (Live/Interactive). A maximum of 15 hours may be completed via home-study or online self-study formats.
Provider Restrictions: All courses must be approved by the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board (LPTB). Popular platforms like MedBridge are accepted for the 15-hour home-study limit, provided the specific course is listed as LPTB-approved.
Mandatory Topics
- Jurisprudence: (2 hours) The Board-required Jurisprudence course covers the Louisiana Practice Act and Rules.
- Ethics: (2 hours) Must be related to the practice of physical therapy.
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, business, marketing, investment/financial management, or courses not related to the clinical practice of physical therapy.
New Licensee Rule: Requirements are prorated. If licensed for more than one year but less than two, 15 hours are required. If licensed for less than one year, no CEUs are required for the initial renewal.
Reporting: Louisiana utilizes CE Broker for digital tracking. Travelers should ensure all certificates are uploaded to the portal and maintain physical copies for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board:
- Address: 2110 W Pinhook Rd, Suite 202 Lafayette, LA 70508
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (337) 262-1043
- Fax: (337) 262-1054
- Email: Danielle@laptboard.org
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.