NPTE
Education & Academia abbreviation · Standardized Test
| Stands for | National Physical Therapy Examination |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
NPTE stands for National Physical Therapy Examination, a standardized test abbreviation.
Licensing exam for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, developed by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). The PT exam has 250 multiple-choice questions over about five hours, scored from 200 to 800 with 600 needed to pass.
Example: Graduates must pass the NPTE before practicing as licensed physical therapists in any state.
Usage notes
The exam is offered only on fixed dates a few times a year rather than on demand. FSBPT limits candidates to three attempts in 12 months and six in a lifetime. The PTA exam has 200 questions and the same 600 passing standard.
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