Approval for Physical Therapists in Washington

Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants must renew their license every year on or before their birthday.

Physical Therapists must complete 32 hours of continuing education and 200 hours of employment every two years. Physical therapist Assistants must complete 24 hours of continuing education and 200 hours of employment every two years.

Suicide Prevention Training: All liceneses are required to take three hours of a one-time training on suicide prevention. See a list of approved courses here: https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/healthcare-professions-and-facilities/suicide-prevention/training-programs/model-list

Health Equity: Effective January 1, 2024, licensees are required to complete 2 hours of health equity CE every two years. These 2 hours may be counted towards your CE requirements. Free training options and other information can be found here: https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/healthcare-professions-and-facilities/health-equity-continuing-education

NOTE: The Board does not pre-approve continuing education courses for presenters or licensees. Licensees may only report continuing education courses that are specifically related to the practice of physical therapy. Verify that your activity is appropriate by viewing the requirements listed in WAC 246-915-085: https://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=246-915-085.

More licensing information: https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/physical-therapist-and-physical-therapist-assistant/licensing-information

Washington State Department of Health - Board of Physical Therapy CE Information

Accepted Approvals

Board Contact Info

Applies To:

Physical Therapist

Identifying Addressing Implicit Bias: A Workshop

Scoliosis: An Introduction and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises PSSE

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Overview For The Rehab Therapist

Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain Tension While Saving Your Hands

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Management

Fall Risk Factors and Assessment

A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

How to Manage That Pain in the Butt: Sciatica Solutions

Physical Therapist Assistant

Identifying Addressing Implicit Bias: A Workshop

Scoliosis: An Introduction and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises PSSE

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Overview For The Rehab Therapist

Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain Tension While Saving Your Hands

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Management

Fall Risk Factors and Assessment

A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

How to Manage That Pain in the Butt: Sciatica Solutions

Suicide Prevention Training

Health Equity

Identifying Addressing Implicit Bias: A Workshop

Scoliosis: An Introduction and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises PSSE

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Overview For The Rehab Therapist

Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain Tension While Saving Your Hands

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Management

Fall Risk Factors and Assessment

A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

How to Manage That Pain in the Butt: Sciatica Solutions

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Approval for Physical Therapists in Washington

Washington State Department of Health - Board of Physical Therapy CE Information

Accepted Approvals

Board Contact Info

Applies To:

Identifying Addressing Implicit Bias: A Workshop

Scoliosis: An Introduction and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises PSSE

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Overview For The Rehab Therapist

Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain Tension While Saving Your Hands

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Management

Fall Risk Factors and Assessment

A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

How to Manage That Pain in the Butt: Sciatica Solutions

Identifying Addressing Implicit Bias: A Workshop

Scoliosis: An Introduction and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises PSSE

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Overview For The Rehab Therapist

Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain Tension While Saving Your Hands

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Management

Fall Risk Factors and Assessment

A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

How to Manage That Pain in the Butt: Sciatica Solutions

Suicide Prevention Training

Health Equity

Identifying Addressing Implicit Bias: A Workshop

Scoliosis: An Introduction and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises PSSE

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Overview For The Rehab Therapist

Cupping Therapy- Soft Tissue Mobilization for Rapid Results

Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain Tension While Saving Your Hands

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and Management

Fall Risk Factors and Assessment

A Therapist's Guide To Foam Rolling

Myofascial Release: Essential Techniques for Soft Tissue Mobilization to Alleviating Pain and Restoring Motion

How to Manage That Pain in the Butt: Sciatica Solutions

Disclaimer

Start your CE Journey now - complete your first course today, on us.

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