Physical Therapist Licensure in Maryland
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Timeline 9 weeks or more
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Initial Costs $250
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Renewal Costs $271
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CE Requirements 30 Hours, 3 Units
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist license in Maryland, you'll be working with the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. You will submit your application through the Board New Application Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- The Application: Head over to the online portal and hit submit on your application. This gets you into their system so they can match your incoming documents to your file.
- Criminal Background Check: Maryland requires a state and FBI background check via the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS). If you are out of state, you'll need to request a fingerprint card. Visit the Board's Criminal Background Checks page to download the specific instructions and get the agency authorization numbers you'll need.
- Maryland Jurisprudence Assessment Module (MD JAM): You must pass the MD JAM, which is an online open-book assessment on Maryland laws and regulations. You will register for this directly through the FSBPT website.
- Transcripts & Scores: Request your official transcripts from your physical therapy school and your NPTE scores from the FSBPT to be sent directly to the Board. Remember, these must come from the source, not you!
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A passport-style photo, your social security number, and your employment history for the past few years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent from your school), NPTE Score Transfer (sent from FSBPT), and Verification of Licensure from other states (if not available via FSBPT).
- Exams: You must pass the Maryland Jurisprudence Assessment Module (MD JAM).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Maryland:
- Application Fee: $150
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $50 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $50
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $250
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Maryland Physical Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by May 31st (licenses ending in an even number renew in even years, while odd numbers renew in odd years).
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $271.
Note: Watch out—Maryland strictly does not accept late submissions, so you must submit your renewal before the deadline!
CE Requirements
30 Contact Hours (3 CEUs) required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of even-numbered years. (Note: While your license expires on May 31st, all Travel Physical Therapist CEUs must be completed by the March 31st deadline to avoid renewal delays.)
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel PT pros: you can complete all 30 contact hours online! Maryland does not currently place a cap on home-study or distance learning, provided the courses are board-approved.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be approved by the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. The Board generally recognizes courses sponsored by the APTA, its components (like APTA Maryland), and other state physical therapy boards. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for Maryland licensees.
Mandatory Topics
- Implicit Bias Training: (No specific hour requirement, but must be a Board-approved program). This is a mandatory one-time requirement for all healthcare practitioners in Maryland for their first renewal after April 1, 2022.
Excluded Topics: The Board does not grant credit for CPR certification, basic first aid, business management, marketing, personal finance, or courses designed for laypeople.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new graduate or newly licensed in Maryland, your CEU requirements may be prorated depending on when your license was issued within the two-year cycle. Check your specific renewal notice for your adjusted total.
Reporting: Maryland uses an audit-based system. You do not need to upload certificates during renewal, but you must attest to completing them. Keep your certificates of completion for at least 4 years (two full renewal cycles) 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 Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners:
- Address: 4201 Patterson Ave Baltimore, MD 21215-2299
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (410) 764-4752
- Email: mdh.bphte@maryland.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 license in Maryland, you'll be working with the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. You will submit your application through the Board New Application Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- The Application: Head over to the online portal and hit submit on your application. This gets you into their system so they can match your incoming documents to your file.
- Criminal Background Check: Maryland requires a state and FBI background check via the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS). If you are out of state, you'll need to request a fingerprint card. Visit the Board's Criminal Background Checks page to download the specific instructions and get the agency authorization numbers you'll need.
- Maryland Jurisprudence Assessment Module (MD JAM): You must pass the MD JAM, which is an online open-book assessment on Maryland laws and regulations. You will register for this directly through the FSBPT website.
- Transcripts & Scores: Request your official transcripts from your physical therapy school and your NPTE scores from the FSBPT to be sent directly to the Board. Remember, these must come from the source, not you!
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A passport-style photo, your social security number, and your employment history for the past few years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent from your school), NPTE Score Transfer (sent from FSBPT), and Verification of Licensure from other states (if not available via FSBPT).
- Exams: You must pass the Maryland Jurisprudence Assessment Module (MD JAM).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Maryland:
- Application Fee: $150
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $50 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $50
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $250
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Maryland Physical Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by May 31st (licenses ending in an even number renew in even years, while odd numbers renew in odd years).
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $271.
Note: Watch out—Maryland strictly does not accept late submissions, so you must submit your renewal before the deadline!
CE Requirements
30 Contact Hours (3 CEUs) required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of even-numbered years. (Note: While your license expires on May 31st, all Travel Physical Therapist CEUs must be completed by the March 31st deadline to avoid renewal delays.)
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel PT pros: you can complete all 30 contact hours online! Maryland does not currently place a cap on home-study or distance learning, provided the courses are board-approved.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be approved by the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. The Board generally recognizes courses sponsored by the APTA, its components (like APTA Maryland), and other state physical therapy boards. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted for Maryland licensees.
Mandatory Topics
- Implicit Bias Training: (No specific hour requirement, but must be a Board-approved program). This is a mandatory one-time requirement for all healthcare practitioners in Maryland for their first renewal after April 1, 2022.
Excluded Topics: The Board does not grant credit for CPR certification, basic first aid, business management, marketing, personal finance, or courses designed for laypeople.
New Licensee Rule: If you are a new graduate or newly licensed in Maryland, your CEU requirements may be prorated depending on when your license was issued within the two-year cycle. Check your specific renewal notice for your adjusted total.
Reporting: Maryland uses an audit-based system. You do not need to upload certificates during renewal, but you must attest to completing them. Keep your certificates of completion for at least 4 years (two full renewal cycles) 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 Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners:
- Address: 4201 Patterson Ave Baltimore, MD 21215-2299
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (410) 764-4752
- Email: mdh.bphte@maryland.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.