The University of Utah discloses below whether the Physical Therapy program will fulfill state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure and/or certification. Some state licensing boards require additional requirements beyond education, which may include (but are not limited to): additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure. Make sure you understand and review any additional requirements prior to enrolling in the Physical Therapy program.
State licensing requirements are always subject to change at the discretion of the state licensing board. The University will routinely update this page, but we strongly recommend you inquire with the applicable state board to confirm your eligibility for licensure prior to enrolling in the Physical Therapy program. For any questions regarding licensure, please contact the state/territory agency directly.
Licensing requirements vary by state/territory and relocating could impact whether you will meet eligibility requirements for licensure. For any questions about relocation eligibility, contact the agency where you desire licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.
Carefully review the educational prerequisites for your intended state/territory of licensure and whether our program meets those requirements for licensure. Use the agency contact information provided below to clarify or confirm any requirements.
If questions remain after reviewing the information provided below, contact your program advisor. While the University can provide initial guidance, it is ultimately your responsibility to continually check with the state/territory where you intend to seek licensure to confirm all licensing/certification requirements.
The University of Utah’s DPT Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Accreditation is often used when verifying if a program meets educational requirements for licensure.
The University of Utah's Physical Therapy program offers the following degree:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
The information below currently applies to all University of Utah Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degrees.
Find a State or Territory:
The University of Utah's Doctor of Physical Therapy program meets state/territory educational requirements* for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories as of the most recently listed update date:
* Additional requirements beyond education may include (but are not limited to) post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing/permit fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, fitness for duty requirements, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of licensure/certification.
Utah
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Alabama
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
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Alaska
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Arizona
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Arkansas
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
California
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Colorado
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Connecticut
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Delaware
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Florida
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Georgia
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Hawaii
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Idaho
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Illinois
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Physical Therapist (Licensed)/Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed)
Last updated 10/17/23
Indiana
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Iowa
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Kansas
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Kentucky
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Louisiana
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Maine
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Maryland
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Massachusetts
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Michigan
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Minnesota
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Mississippi
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Missouri
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Montana
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Nebraska
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Nevada
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
New Hampshire
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
New Jersey
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
New Mexico
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
New York
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
North Carolina
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
North Dakota
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Ohio
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Oklahoma
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Oregon
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Pennsylvania
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Rhode Island
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
South Carolina
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
South Dakota
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Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Tennessee
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Texas
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Vermont
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Virginia
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Washington
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
West Virginia
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Wisconsin
Determination:
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Wyoming
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
District of Columbia
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
Guam
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Northern Mariana Islands
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
Puerto Rico
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Regulated Profession:
Physical Therapist
Last updated 10/17/23
U.S. Virgin Islands
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
Last updated 10/17/23
The University of Utah has not determined if the Doctor of Physical Therapy program meets state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories:
Federated States of Micronesia Determination: FSM Agency Website Last Updated 10/17/23 |
Republic of the Marshall Islands Determination: RMI Agency Website Last Updated 10/17/23 |
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Resources
CAPTE AccreditationThe Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Utah is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
NATIONAL BOARD EXAMThe Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) develops and administers the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for physical therapists.
Program PageThe most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Physical Therapy program will be the program webpage.
Licensing AuthoritiesThe FSBPT has created a list of Physical Therapy licensing authorities, including their contact information.
Resources
Accreditation
The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Utah is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
NATIONAL Exam
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) develops and administers the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for physical therapists.
Program Page
The most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Physical Therapy program will be the program webpage.
Licensing Authorities
The FSBPT has created a list of Physical Therapy licensing authorities, including their contact information.
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