See Notes --- Dual License: must obtain a min. of 30 CEs during each 2 yr. renewal period, with 15 hrs. in each specialty area. 1 course may be split between specialty areas to fulfill multiple CE req.
Here's what you need to renew your Delaware Physical Therapy license
The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Delaware Examining Board of Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please see the board's site.
If you hold Physical Therapy licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state's requirements.
Delaware : Audiologist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
0
Elective Hours:
0
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
Varies
Next Education Due Date:
Varies
Online Info
Online Limitations
NO
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Delaware Examining Board of Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers
Phone:
3027444500
Fax:
3027392711
Website:
http://www.dpr.delaware.gov
Address:
Cannon Building, Suite 203 861 Silver Lake Blvd. Dover, DE 19904
Delaware : Physical Therapists (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
3
Elective Hours:
27
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
01/31/2027
Next Education Due Date:
01/31/2027
Online Info
Important Updates
Direct Access and Renewal Timing Change
Delaware Chapter 246 (SB 110), effective April 23, 2026, extends the direct-access treatment period (treating patients without a physician referral) from 30 to 90 days. The law also removes the fixed January 1 biennial expiration date; renewal timing will be set by the Division/Board through rulemaking, but the license will continue to renew biennially contingent on attestation that CE has been completed.
Mandatory CE Topics
Ethics
Delaware PTs and PTAs must complete 2 hours of ethics every renewal period.
Course option: Components of Ethics for Healthcare Professionals
CPR
Delaware PTs and PTAs must complete 1 hour of CPR training every renewal period.
Regulatory Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only. Requirements may change; confirm current CE requirements, course acceptance, and renewal deadlines directly with the applicable licensing board.
Online Limitations
Up to 29 hours may be completed through home-study.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Delaware Examining Board of Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers
Phone:
3027444500
Fax:
3027392711
Website:
http://www.dpr.delaware.gov
Address:
Cannon Building, Suite 203 861 Silver Lake Blvd. Dover, DE 19904
Delaware : Physical Therapy Assistants (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
3
Elective Hours:
27
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
01/31/2027
Next Education Due Date:
01/31/2027
Online Info
Important Updates
Direct Access and Renewal Timing Change
Delaware Chapter 246 (SB 110), effective April 23, 2026, extends the direct-access treatment period (treating patients without a physician referral) from 30 to 90 days. The law also removes the fixed January 1 biennial expiration date; renewal timing will be set by the Division/Board through rulemaking, but the license will continue to renew biennially contingent on attestation that CE has been completed.
Mandatory CE Topics
Ethics
Delaware PTs and PTAs must complete 2 hours of ethics every renewal period.
Course option: Components of Ethics for Healthcare Professionals
CPR
Delaware PTs and PTAs must complete 1 hour of CPR training every renewal period.
Regulatory Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only. Requirements may change; confirm current CE requirements, course acceptance, and renewal deadlines directly with the applicable licensing board.
Online Limitations
Up to 29 hours may be completed through home-study.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Delaware Examining Board of Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers
Phone:
3027444500
Fax:
3027392711
Website:
http://www.dpr.delaware.gov
Address:
Cannon Building, Suite 203 861 Silver Lake Blvd. Dover, DE 19904
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Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It's ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.