District of Columbia PT (Physical Therapist) CE Requirements
What the District of Columbia requires to renew your Physical Therapist license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
40
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Deadline
Last day of your birth month
Requirements
- LGBTQ Cultural Competency — 2 hours
- Public Health Priorities (10% of total) — 4 hours
- General CE — 34 hours
Important Information
Physical therapists in the District of Columbia need to complete a total of 40 hours of continuing education every two years, including two hours of LGBTQ Cultural Competency and four hours of Public Health Priorities (10% of total); the rest can be general CE of your choosing.
Your renewal period runs two years and ends on the last day of your birth month — not your birthday itself. Complete all required hours before that date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: Physical Therapy Licensing (dchealth.dc.gov)
- Source: Licensure for PTs and PTAs in the District of Columbia (aptadc.org)
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