FSBPT's Fixed-date Testing for the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
ATTENTION: The scheduling of the NPTE is no longer continuous. Due to factors outside of the PTBC's control, there is no guarantee that you will be made eligible to sit for a specific exam.
Please use these charts to assist you in meeting important eligibility deadlines. It is crucial you submit a complete application. Incomplete applications will be returned by the PTBC and may affect the applicant in meeting the deadlines.
PT APPLICANT SCHEDULE
| If you want to test on | You must submit a complete application to the PTBC and register with FSBPT by: |
|---|---|
| July 2, 2012 | May 14, 2012 |
| July 31, 2012 | June 11, 2012 |
| October 23, 2012 | September 04, 2012 |
| January 29, 2013 | December 03, 2012 |
| April 30, 2013 | March 04, 2013 |
| July 24, 2013 | May 20, 2013 |
| October 30, 2013 | September 02, 2013 |
PTA APPLICANT SCHEDULE
| If you want to test on | You must submit a complete application to the PTBC and register with FSBPT by: |
|---|---|
| July 17, 2012 | May 29, 2012 |
| October 30, 2012 | September 10, 2012 |
| January 8, 2013 | November 12, 2012 |
| April 8, 2013 | February 11, 2013 |
| July 10, 2013 | May 13, 2013 |
| October 9, 2013 | August 12, 2013 |
For more information about the NPTE's registration & payment deadlines, visit FSBPT's website or contact them at (703) 299-3100 or toll free at (888) 461-6905.
When you make your choice of test date, please consider that while PTBC requires 30 days to process an application, there are factors that can add to the overall process time.
Fingerprinting for out-of-state applicants can be a lengthy process. You will not be made eligible to sit for the exam until clearances are received from the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. You may want to consider using the Livescan service in California.
If you have criminal history, and have not provided and explanation and certified court documents with your application, be proactive in providing your supporting documentation to the Consumer Protection Services (CPS) unit. You will not be made eligible to sit for the exam until CPS completes their investigation and grants you a clearance.
