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    Applying for a PT/PTA License

    General Information

    • Please review the application instructions list on the Board website site prior to submitting an application. To review the application instructions and requirements for licensure, follow appropriate link to the left
    • Any licensing and processing fees are your responsibility and all fees are nonrefundable. Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents are received by the Board office.
    • License application by a new PT/PTA graduate $242.00
      • Application = $100.00
      • Annual License = $60.00
      • Criminal Background Check = $32.00
      • Exam = $50.00
    • License Application by a PT/PTA licensed in another state $192.00
      • Application = $100.00
      • Annual License = $60.00
      • Criminal Background Check = $32.00
    • License Application by foreign educated PT $192.00-$267.00 (Must submit paper application)
      • Application = $100.00
      • Annual License = $60.00
      • Criminal Background Check = $32.00
      • Temporary permit fee = $25.00, required for the 6 month supervised traineeship
      • Exam = $50.00, required if applicant does not already have a passing score on the exam
    • The temporary permit request form and fee ($25) cannot be submitted to the Board prior to the receipt of the applicant's initial application and fees.
    • For exam (NPTE) dates and deadlines for MN approval of eligibility for 2025: https://mn.gov/boards/physical-therapy/applicants/exam-dates/
    • The Exam fee ($50) must be paid for each exam attempt. To retake the exam you must mail the exam fee ($50 - check or money order) to the Board office.
    • Foreign Educated applicants must apply for licensure by submitting a paper application and fee to the Board via mail.

    Supporting Documentation

    • Required supporting documentation will be accepted by the Board office independent of the application.
    • After the Board receives your initial application for licensure and fees you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up an online account or to log into an existing online account to view the current and ongoing updates to the status of your application.
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