Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure in Texas
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Timeline 4-6 weeks
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Initial Costs $270
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Renewal Costs $184
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CE Requirements 20 Units
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist Assistant license in Texas, you'll be working with the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE). You will submit your application through the Online Licensing System. 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 submit your application for "Licensure by Endorsement." This is the trigger that allows the Board to start processing your file, so do this first.
- Get Fingerprinted: Once you've applied, the Board will email you a service code for your background check. You'll use this to schedule an appointment with IdentoGO. Do not try to schedule this before you have your specific code from the Board.
- Take the TX JAM: Texas requires a specific Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM). You'll register for this through FSBPT. It's an online, on-demand assessment that covers state laws and rules.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request a verification of licensure from every state where you currently hold or have held a license. Most states use the FSBPT's Electronic Licensure Verification service, but check with each specific board.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License or ID, your Social Security Number, and a recent passport-style photo (digital format is usually fine for upload).
- 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 TX JAM (Jurisprudence Assessment Module) before your license can be issued.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Texas:
- Application Fee: $184
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $38 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $48
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $270
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Texas Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens every two years and is due by the last day of your birth month.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $184.
Note: Watch out—this state does not have a grace period, so late fees apply immediately if you miss the deadline!
CE Requirements
20 CCUs (Continuing Competence Units) required every 2 years.
Deadline: The last day of your birth month.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs: there is currently no limit on the number of CCUs you can earn through online or home-study courses, provided they are board-approved.
Provider Restrictions: All courses must be approved by the Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) or the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (TBPTE). Large providers like MedBridge are accepted as long as the specific course is TPTA-approved.
Mandatory Topics
- Human Trafficking Prevention: (1 course) Must be a course approved by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).
- Texas Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM): (2 CCUs) This replaces the old jurisprudence exam and must be completed through the FSBPT website.
Excluded Topics: CCUs are not granted for CPR/BLS/AED certification, business, management, marketing, or financial planning courses.
New Licensee Rule: If you are renewing your Texas license for the first time and your initial license was issued for less than 24 months, you are exempt from the 20 CCU requirement but must still complete the TX JAM and the Human Trafficking Prevention course.
Reporting: Texas is an audit-based state. You do not need to submit certificates unless specifically audited, but you must maintain your records for at least 4 years (two full renewal cycles).
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners:
- Address: 333 Guadalupe St Austin, TX 78701-3942
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (512) 305-6900
- Fax: (512) 305-6951
- Email: exam@ptot.texas.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 Texas, you'll be working with the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE). You will submit your application through the Online Licensing System. 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 submit your application for "Licensure by Endorsement." This is the trigger that allows the Board to start processing your file, so do this first.
- Get Fingerprinted: Once you've applied, the Board will email you a service code for your background check. You'll use this to schedule an appointment with IdentoGO. Do not try to schedule this before you have your specific code from the Board.
- Take the TX JAM: Texas requires a specific Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM). You'll register for this through FSBPT. It's an online, on-demand assessment that covers state laws and rules.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request a verification of licensure from every state where you currently hold or have held a license. Most states use the FSBPT's Electronic Licensure Verification service, but check with each specific board.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License or ID, your Social Security Number, and a recent passport-style photo (digital format is usually fine for upload).
- 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 TX JAM (Jurisprudence Assessment Module) before your license can be issued.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Texas:
- Application Fee: $184
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $38 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $48
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $270
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Texas Physical Therapist Assistant renewal happens every two years and is due by the last day of your birth month.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $184.
Note: Watch out—this state does not have a grace period, so late fees apply immediately if you miss the deadline!
CE Requirements
20 CCUs (Continuing Competence Units) required every 2 years.
Deadline: The last day of your birth month.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist Assistant CEUs: there is currently no limit on the number of CCUs you can earn through online or home-study courses, provided they are board-approved.
Provider Restrictions: All courses must be approved by the Texas Physical Therapy Association (TPTA) or the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (TBPTE). Large providers like MedBridge are accepted as long as the specific course is TPTA-approved.
Mandatory Topics
- Human Trafficking Prevention: (1 course) Must be a course approved by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).
- Texas Jurisprudence Assessment Module (TX JAM): (2 CCUs) This replaces the old jurisprudence exam and must be completed through the FSBPT website.
Excluded Topics: CCUs are not granted for CPR/BLS/AED certification, business, management, marketing, or financial planning courses.
New Licensee Rule: If you are renewing your Texas license for the first time and your initial license was issued for less than 24 months, you are exempt from the 20 CCU requirement but must still complete the TX JAM and the Human Trafficking Prevention course.
Reporting: Texas is an audit-based state. You do not need to submit certificates unless specifically audited, but you must maintain your records for at least 4 years (two full renewal cycles).
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners:
- Address: 333 Guadalupe St Austin, TX 78701-3942
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (512) 305-6900
- Fax: (512) 305-6951
- Email: exam@ptot.texas.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.