Mandatory Courses:
2 hours in Law or Ethics applicable to
Physical Therapy
Here's what you need to renew your Pennsylvania Physical Therapy license
The information below is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Pennsylvania Department of State. 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.
Pennsylvania Physical Therapy: Physical Therapists (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
2
Elective Hours:
28
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
12/31/2026
Next Education Due Date:
12/31/2020
Online Info
Online Limitations
There are no online limitations.
Roster
Roster Required:
yes
Roster Process:
Your Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting hours will be
reported to the Pennsylvania Department of State within 1-2 business days.
Roster Sent:
Every 1 days
Governing Agency
Name:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Phone:
8333672762
Fax:
7177877769
Address:
PO Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105
Pennsylvania Physical Therapy: Physical Therapists (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
4
Elective Hours:
26
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
12/31/2026
Education Cycle in Months:
24
Next Education Due Date:
12/31/2026
Online Info
Mandatory CE Topics
Law or Ethics for Physical Therapy
Pennsylvania PTs must complete 2 hours of law or ethics for physical therapy every renewal period.
Course option: Components of Ethics for Healthcare Professionals
Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting
Pennsylvania PTs must complete 2 hours of child abuse recognition and reporting training every renewal period.
Course option (renewal): Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting in Pennsylvania, 2nd edition (Renewal Licensure)
Course option (initial licensure): Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting in Pennsylvania, 2nd edition (Initial Licensure)
Practice-Based or Conditional Requirements
Evaluative Procedures for Direct Access Certificate Holders
Physical therapists who hold a Direct Access Certificate must complete 10 hours in evaluative procedures; these 10 hours are included within, not in addition to, the total 30-hour requirement.
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
Pennsylvania's physical therapist continuing education requirements listed above do not include a live, in-person, or classroom-only component — Elite Learning's online courses satisfy these requirements.
Roster
Roster Required:
yes
Roster Process:
Your Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting hours will be
reported to the Pennsylvania Department of State within 1-2 business days.
Roster Sent:
Every 1 days
Governing Agency
Name:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Phone:
8333672762
Fax:
7177877769
Address:
PO Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105
Pennsylvania Physical Therapy: Physical Therapists (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
4
Elective Hours:
26
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
12/31/2026
Education Cycle in Months:
2
Next Education Due Date:
12/28/2026
Online Info
Mandatory
- 2-hours of Law or Ethics for Physical Therapy
- 2-hour Child Abuse
Roster
Roster Required:
yes
Roster Process:
Your Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting hours will be
reported to the Pennsylvania Department of State within 1-2 business days.
Roster Sent:
Every 1 days
Governing Agency
Name:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Phone:
8333672762
Fax:
7177877769
Address:
PO Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105
Pennsylvania Physical Therapy: Physical Therapy Assistants (Continuing Education)
Total Hours Required:
30
Mandatory Hours:
8
Elective Hours:
22
Renewal Cycle in Months:
24
License Expiration Date:
12/31/2026
Education Cycle in Months:
24
Next Education Due Date:
12/31/2026
Online Info
Mandatory CE Topics
Law or Ethics for Physical Therapy
Pennsylvania PTAs must complete 2 hours of law or ethics for physical therapy every renewal period.
Course option: Components of Ethics for Healthcare Professionals
Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting
Pennsylvania PTAs must complete 2 hours of child abuse recognition and reporting training every renewal period.
Course option (renewal): Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting in Pennsylvania, 2nd edition (Renewal Licensure)
Course option (initial licensure): Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting in Pennsylvania, 2nd edition (Initial Licensure)
Identifying and Responding to Emergency Health Conditions
Pennsylvania PTAs must complete 4 hours of training on identifying and responding to emergency health conditions every renewal period.
Course option: Handling Medical Emergencies in the Workplace
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
Pennsylvania's physical therapist assistant continuing education requirements listed above do not include a live, in-person, or classroom-only component — Elite Learning's online courses satisfy these requirements.
Roster
Roster Required:
yes
Roster Process:
Your Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting hours will be
reported to the Pennsylvania Department of State within 1-2 business days.
Roster Sent:
Every 1 days
Governing Agency
Name:
Pennsylvania Department of State
Phone:
8333672762
Fax:
7177877769
Address:
PO Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105
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Other facts and insights about completing your CE
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.