Physical Therapist Licensure in Utah
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Timeline 4-6 weeks
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Initial Costs $135
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Renewal Costs $47
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CE Requirements 40 Hours
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Compact Yes
How to apply
To secure your Travel Physical Therapist license in Utah, you'll be working with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). You will submit your application through their online system, MyLicenseOne. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts, as these are often the biggest bottlenecks.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get the Ball Rolling: Head over to MyLicenseOne to create your account and start the application. You'll select "Physical Therapist" and the "Endorsement" method if you already hold a license in another state.
- Tackle the Jurisprudence Exam: Utah requires you to pass the Utah Physical Therapy Law and Rule Examination. The good news is that this is typically an open-book exam that is integrated directly into the application process or provided as a take-home test. You can review the laws and rules on the Board's website beforehand.
- Fingerprints & Background Check: This is the most critical step to avoid delays. If you are in Utah, you can visit the DOPL office in Salt Lake City for direct fingerprinting. If you are out of state (which is likely!), you must mail physical fingerprint cards (Form FD-258) to the Board. You can usually get these done at a local law enforcement agency or a vendor like IdentoGO.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request your official transcripts be sent directly from your university to DOPL. Simultaneously, log in to the FSBPT website and request a "Score Transfer" of your NPTE results to Utah.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License, your Social Security Number, and details of your current and past physical therapy licenses.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school) and your NPTE Score Transfer (from FSBPT).
- Exams: Utah Physical Therapy Law and Rule Examination (Open-book/Take-home).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Utah:
- Application Fee: $70
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $40 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $25 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $135
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Utah Physical Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by May 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $47.
Note: Ensure you complete your 40 hours of continuing education before the deadline, as there is no grace period for practicing with an expired license.
CE Requirements
40 Contact Hours required every two years.
Deadline: September 30th of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist CEUs: Utah currently has no limit on home-study or online courses, meaning you can complete all 40 hours remotely.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of physical therapy. Utah recognizes courses approved by the APTA, its state chapters, or other accredited healthcare organizations. Popular platforms like MedBridge are widely accepted for meeting these requirements. Note: If your certificate is issued in CEUs, 1 CEU equals 10 contact hours.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics and Law (2 contact hours)
- Jurisprudence: While a specific exam is required for initial licensure, the 2-hour ethics/law requirement covers this for renewals.
Excluded Topics: Courses related to business management, marketing, investment, or personal financial planning do not count toward your total.
New Licensee Rule: If you were licensed for only part of the cycle, your requirement is prorated at 2 contact hours for each month (or part of a month) you were licensed.
Reporting: Utah uses an audit-based system. You do not need to report hours during renewal, but you must maintain documentation of completion for at least 4 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 Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing:
- Address: 160 E 300 South Salt Lake City, UT 84114
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (801) 530-6628
- Fax: (801) 530-6511
- Email: b9@utah.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 Utah, you'll be working with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). You will submit your application through their online system, MyLicenseOne. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts, as these are often the biggest bottlenecks.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get the Ball Rolling: Head over to MyLicenseOne to create your account and start the application. You'll select "Physical Therapist" and the "Endorsement" method if you already hold a license in another state.
- Tackle the Jurisprudence Exam: Utah requires you to pass the Utah Physical Therapy Law and Rule Examination. The good news is that this is typically an open-book exam that is integrated directly into the application process or provided as a take-home test. You can review the laws and rules on the Board's website beforehand.
- Fingerprints & Background Check: This is the most critical step to avoid delays. If you are in Utah, you can visit the DOPL office in Salt Lake City for direct fingerprinting. If you are out of state (which is likely!), you must mail physical fingerprint cards (Form FD-258) to the Board. You can usually get these done at a local law enforcement agency or a vendor like IdentoGO.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request your official transcripts be sent directly from your university to DOPL. Simultaneously, log in to the FSBPT website and request a "Score Transfer" of your NPTE results to Utah.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License, your Social Security Number, and details of your current and past physical therapy licenses.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school) and your NPTE Score Transfer (from FSBPT).
- Exams: Utah Physical Therapy Law and Rule Examination (Open-book/Take-home).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Utah:
- Application Fee: $70
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $40 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $25 (approximate)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $135
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Utah Physical Therapist renewal happens every two years and is due by May 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $47.
Note: Ensure you complete your 40 hours of continuing education before the deadline, as there is no grace period for practicing with an expired license.
CE Requirements
40 Contact Hours required every two years.
Deadline: September 30th of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Physical Therapist CEUs: Utah currently has no limit on home-study or online courses, meaning you can complete all 40 hours remotely.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of physical therapy. Utah recognizes courses approved by the APTA, its state chapters, or other accredited healthcare organizations. Popular platforms like MedBridge are widely accepted for meeting these requirements. Note: If your certificate is issued in CEUs, 1 CEU equals 10 contact hours.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics and Law (2 contact hours)
- Jurisprudence: While a specific exam is required for initial licensure, the 2-hour ethics/law requirement covers this for renewals.
Excluded Topics: Courses related to business management, marketing, investment, or personal financial planning do not count toward your total.
New Licensee Rule: If you were licensed for only part of the cycle, your requirement is prorated at 2 contact hours for each month (or part of a month) you were licensed.
Reporting: Utah uses an audit-based system. You do not need to report hours during renewal, but you must maintain documentation of completion for at least 4 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 Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing:
- Address: 160 E 300 South Salt Lake City, UT 84114
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (801) 530-6628
- Fax: (801) 530-6511
- Email: b9@utah.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.