Dual licensees must complete 15 hrs. with a min. of 5 hrs. in each discipline
Here's what you need to renew your Arkansas Physical Therapy license
The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy. 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.
Arkansas : Audiologist (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
10
Mandatory Hours:
0
Elective Hours:
0
Renewal Cycle in Months:
12
License Expiration Date:
Varies
Next Education Due Date:
Varies
Online Info
Online Limitations
At least 5 of the 10 hours must be in Content Area I which relates to various subject matter. HS falls within both content I and II
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
Phone:
5012287100
Fax:
5012280294
Website:
https://www.arptb.org/
Address:
P.O. Box 250254 Little Rock, AR 72225
Arkansas : Physical Therapists (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
20
Mandatory Hours:
1
Elective Hours:
19
Renewal Cycle in Months:
12
License Expiration Date:
03/01/2027
Education Cycle in Months:
24
Next Education Due Date:
12/31/2026
Online Info
Renewal CE Requirements
Continuing Education Units
Arkansas physical therapists must complete 2 CEUs (20 contact hours) by December 31 of each biennium. A contact hour equals 60 minutes of in-person attendance, and one CEU equals 10 contact hours. Program content must relate to clinical application, clinical management, behavioral science, or science. Beginning with renewals on or after January 1, 2023, licensees are required to maintain their continuing education records but only need to submit proof if requested by the Board through the audit process.
Mandatory CE Topics
Jurisprudence Exam
Physical therapists must pass a Board-approved jurisprudence exam as part of the required continuing education, counted as a 1-hour online course.
Note: Arkansas's jurisprudence requirement is a Board-administered exam, not a continuing education course. Complete the jurisprudence exam directly through the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
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
No more than 50% of continuing education can be taken through online courses.Webinars that are both live and interactive are considered to be in-person attendance. No more than 50% of continuing education may be completed through online courses. Live, interactive webinars are considered in-person attendance and are not subject to this limitation.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
Phone:
5012287100
Fax:
5012280294
Website:
https://www.arptb.org/
Address:
P.O. Box 250254 Little Rock, AR 72225
Arkansas : Physical Therapy Assistants (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
10
Mandatory Hours:
1
Elective Hours:
9
Renewal Cycle in Months:
12
License Expiration Date:
03/01/2027
Education Cycle in Months:
24
Next Education Due Date:
12/31/2026
Online Info
Renewal CE Requirements
Continuing Education Units
Arkansas physical therapist assistants must complete 1 CEU (10 contact hours) by December 31 of each biennium. A contact hour equals 60 minutes of in-person attendance, and one CEU equals 10 contact hours. Program content must relate to clinical application, clinical management, behavioral science, or science. Beginning with renewals on or after January 1, 2023, licensees are required to maintain their continuing education records but only need to submit proof if requested by the Board through the audit process.
Mandatory CE Topics
Jurisprudence Exam
Physical therapist assistants must pass a Board-approved jurisprudence exam as part of the required continuing education, counted as a 1-hour online course.
Note: Arkansas's jurisprudence requirement is a Board-administered exam, not a continuing education course. Complete the jurisprudence exam directly through the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
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
No more than 50% of continuing education can be taken through online courses.Webinars that are both live and interactive are considered to be in-person attendance. No more than 50% of continuing education may be completed through online courses. Live, interactive webinars are considered in-person attendance and are not subject to this limitation.
Roster
No roster required
Governing Agency
Name:
Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
Phone:
5012287100
Fax:
5012280294
Website:
https://www.arptb.org/
Address:
P.O. Box 250254 Little Rock, AR 72225
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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.