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Help with mentoring on my DPT path in the US ( I already have the license in another country)
I would love some guidance about what should I do to get my license in the country if I already have the license in another country
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Hassan’s Answer
If you're referring to Physical Therapist then http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/pt/ptlic.htm has all the NY licensing requirements.
"Physical Therapist Program Located Outside the United States that is not NYS Registered or CAPTE/APTA Accredited, you must have:
completed a program satisfactory to the Department which is substantially equivalent to a master’s or higher degree program in physical therapy registered by the Department and which culminates in a degree or diploma accepted as satisfying the educational requirements for the practice of physical therapy by the civil authorities of the country in which the studies were completed."
"Physical Therapist Program Located Outside the United States that is not NYS Registered or CAPTE/APTA Accredited, you must have:
completed a program satisfactory to the Department which is substantially equivalent to a master’s or higher degree program in physical therapy registered by the Department and which culminates in a degree or diploma accepted as satisfying the educational requirements for the practice of physical therapy by the civil authorities of the country in which the studies were completed."
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Beth’s Answer
Hassan’s answer was great. Each state has very specific guidelines for foreign trained therapists. The guidelines are explained in the practice act of the state. You can find it by googling PT license board and search for practice act. Texas makes you take an English proficiency test as well. The American Physical Therapy Association has good resources also.
Research your states PT practice act
Get a copy of you school curriculum for review
Be sure your English language skills are good.
Beth recommends the following next steps:
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Case’s Answer
Reach out to your state board of physical therapy for the specific requirements and APTA-NY for resources. The state organizations often have mentorship programs, and volunteering in the organization is great experience and great networking which can lead to opportunities. Also, if finances are a concern, consider pursuing a physical therapy assistant degree, then look into bridge programs from PTA to DPT. The state or national organizations may also know if there are scholarships or aid available for foreign- trained PTs.