Important Updates
PTA Certification-to-Licensure Conversion
Kentucky House Bill 48 (2026) converts physical therapist assistants from a certification system to a licensure system and authorizes the Board to establish fees, conduct examinations, investigate violations, and adopt administrative regulations to implement the change, effective July 15, 2026. The bill does not currently establish a new continuing education requirement for the new PTA license — base renewal remains biennial (odd-numbered years, by March 31) for both PT and PTA. Elite will update this page if the Board adopts a continued-competency requirement.
Mandatory CE Topics
Jurisprudence
Kentucky PTs and PTAs must complete 2 hours in jurisprudence every renewal period.
Note: Kentucky's jurisprudence requirement is typically administered directly by the Board (exam or portal-based), not through a continuing education provider. Confirm the completion method directly with the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy.
Renewal CE Requirements
Category 1 / Category 2 Breakdown
Category 1 courses are 3+ hours and approved by APTA, KPTA, FSBPT, or any physical therapy board; Category 2 courses are 3 hours or less and unapproved. Physical therapists must complete at least 18 hours of Category 1 courses, with up to 10 hours allowed from Category 2. Physical therapist assistants must complete at least 10 hours of Category 1 courses, with up to 8 hours allowed from Category 2.
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.