Physical Therapist

Exam
Third-party exam
Education
Specific course
Experience
None
Background check
None

After physician referral, plans, monitors and administers physical therapy for patients to restore bodily functions, relieve pain and prevent disability due to disease, injury or other disabilities.

Requirements reported by the state

Licence type
Stand-alone license
Exam
Third-party exam required
Education
Specific course required
Continuing education
Continuing education required
Certification
No mention of certification
Experience
No experience
Background check
No criminal record requirements

Issuing body

Department
RI Department of Health
Division
Health Professions Regulation
Address
3 Capitol Hill Room 104 Providence, RI 02908
Last updated
August 10, 2023

Occupations (O*NET)

Source and verification

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