Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure in Maine
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Timeline 4-6 weeks
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Initial Costs $71
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Renewal Costs $25
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CE Requirements 20 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant license in Maine, you'll be working with the Maine Board of Physical Therapy. You will submit your application through their online system, ALMS Online Services. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Hit Submit on the Application: Head over to the online portal to create your account and start the application. This is where you'll enter your personal details and pay the application fees.
- Background Check: Maine handles this a bit differently than some states. The Board typically initiates the background check process once your application and fee are received. You won't need to schedule a fingerprinting appointment beforehand; just follow the specific instructions provided during the application process to authorize the check.
- Verification of Credentials: You'll need to verify your license from your home state (or wherever you are currently licensed). Use the FSBPT verification service to send this directly to the Maine Board.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License, your Social Security Number, and a clear employment history for the past few years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your school) and your NPTE scores (transferred via FSBPT).
- Exams: Good news—there is currently no Jurisprudence Exam required for Maine.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Maine:
- Application Fee: $50
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $21 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $71
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Maine Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by March 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $25.
Note: Watch out—you cannot practice after your license expires, even if you renew during the 90-day late window (which incurs a $50 fee).
CE Requirements
20 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs: Maine currently has no limit on the number of hours you can complete through home-study or online courses, as long as they meet the board's standards for professional relevance.
Provider Restrictions: The Maine Board of Physical Therapy does not pre-approve specific courses or providers. However, they accept programs approved by the APTA, its state chapters, other state physical therapy boards, or accredited colleges. High-quality online platforms like MedBridge are widely accepted for meeting these requirements.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics and/or Maine Jurisprudence (2 contact hours)
Excluded Topics: CPR, first aid, basic life support (BLS), office management, and non-clinical business or marketing courses.
New Licensee Rule: If your initial license was issued for less than 12 months before the first renewal, you are exempt from CE requirements. If it was issued for more than 12 months but less than 24 months, you must complete 10 contact hours.
Reporting: Maine uses an audit-based system. You are not required to submit certificates at the time of renewal but must maintain documentation of your completed hours 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 Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation:
- Address: 35 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0035
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (207) 624-8603
- Fax: (207) 624-8690
- Email: physicalthrpy.lic@maine.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 Maine, you'll be working with the Maine Board of Physical Therapy. You will submit your application through their online system, ALMS Online Services. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Hit Submit on the Application: Head over to the online portal to create your account and start the application. This is where you'll enter your personal details and pay the application fees.
- Background Check: Maine handles this a bit differently than some states. The Board typically initiates the background check process once your application and fee are received. You won't need to schedule a fingerprinting appointment beforehand; just follow the specific instructions provided during the application process to authorize the check.
- Verification of Credentials: You'll need to verify your license from your home state (or wherever you are currently licensed). Use the FSBPT verification service to send this directly to the Maine Board.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License, your Social Security Number, and a clear employment history for the past few years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your school) and your NPTE scores (transferred via FSBPT).
- Exams: Good news—there is currently no Jurisprudence Exam required for Maine.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Maine:
- Application Fee: $50
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $21 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $71
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Maine Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens annually and is due by March 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $25.
Note: Watch out—you cannot practice after your license expires, even if you renew during the 90-day late window (which incurs a $50 fee).
CE Requirements
20 Contact Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs: Maine currently has no limit on the number of hours you can complete through home-study or online courses, as long as they meet the board's standards for professional relevance.
Provider Restrictions: The Maine Board of Physical Therapy does not pre-approve specific courses or providers. However, they accept programs approved by the APTA, its state chapters, other state physical therapy boards, or accredited colleges. High-quality online platforms like MedBridge are widely accepted for meeting these requirements.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics and/or Maine Jurisprudence (2 contact hours)
Excluded Topics: CPR, first aid, basic life support (BLS), office management, and non-clinical business or marketing courses.
New Licensee Rule: If your initial license was issued for less than 12 months before the first renewal, you are exempt from CE requirements. If it was issued for more than 12 months but less than 24 months, you must complete 10 contact hours.
Reporting: Maine uses an audit-based system. You are not required to submit certificates at the time of renewal but must maintain documentation of your completed hours 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 Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation:
- Address: 35 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0035
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (207) 624-8603
- Fax: (207) 624-8690
- Email: physicalthrpy.lic@maine.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.