The premier program for PTAs to increase their knowledge and skill in a specific practice area and to recognize the PTA for their advanced proficiency in one or more areas of practice.

APTA is curating critical advice from trusted sources such as the CDC and CMS in addition to developing resources to support you during the pandemic.

Use templated letters to take action on payment and regulatory issues impacting your practice.

Access data on salaries, demographics, and other physical therapy workforce information.

Applications need to be sent directly to the PTA programs.

Physical therapist assistants are educated and licensed clinicians who provide care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Are you ready to be a PTA?

Becoming a PTA is not a "steppingstone" to becoming a PT. But approximately 10% of PTAs explore careers as PTs.

Support APTA's payment advocacy related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.

Patients shouldn't have to have their care interrupted, and PTs shouldn't be forced to suspend services during temporary absences.

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The compact creates a way for PTs and PTAs to practice or work in multiple states.