Vermont Physical Therapist License
Vermont Office of Professional Regulation — PT
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board
What You'll Need
- Fingerprint Authorization Certificate (FAC) — Official form issued by OPR after application submission, required for the fingerprinting appointment. Background Check Details
- Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the educational institution to the OPR to verify graduation from a CAPTE-accredited program.
- NPTE Score Report — Official scores must be transferred from FSBPT to the Vermont OPR. Score Transfer
- Verification of Licensure — Required for endorsement applicants; must be sent directly from every state where the applicant has ever held a license.
How to Apply
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Create Online Account ▾Register for a new account on the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) Online Services Platform.
Register/Login -
Submit Application and Fee ▾Complete the online Physical Therapist application and pay the non-refundable application fee (currently $115).
Apply Online -
Request Education Verification ▾Have your CAPTE-accredited DPT program send official transcripts or a completed Verification of Education form directly to the OPR.
Education Form -
Register for NPTE ▾Register for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) through the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).
FSBPT Registration -
Complete Background Check ▾After applying, OPR will email a Fingerprint Authorization Certificate (FAC). Take this to an approved identification center to have your fingerprints taken.
Background Check Info -
Provisional License (Optional) ▾If all requirements are met except for the background check or final verification, you may request a 90-day non-renewable provisional license.
Provisional Info
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Physical Therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.
Steps
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Online Endorsement Application ▾Submit an application for licensure by endorsement through the OPR Online Services Platform.
Endorsement Application -
License Verification ▾Request official verification of licensure from all states where you currently hold or have previously held a license.
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NPTE Score Transfer ▾Request an official score transfer from FSBPT to be sent to the Vermont OPR.
FSBPT Scores -
Criminal Background Check ▾Complete the fingerprinting process using the FAC provided by OPR after your application is filed.
Fingerprint Instructions
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Vermont Office of Professional Regulation — PT
Keeping Your License Active
Vermont Physical Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation — PT for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Endorsement application | $100 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 50.0 |
Slow Downs
Background Check Processing
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Criminal background check results can take 6 to 12 weeks to be returned to OPR. Applicants should complete fingerprints immediately upon receiving their FAC.
Missing Education Verification
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Delays often occur when transcripts are not sent directly from the school or when the Verification of Education form is incomplete.
Out-of-State License Verification
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Waiting for other state boards to send official verifications can stall the process. Use NURSYS or the respective board's online verification if accepted.
Questions
How many continuing education units (CCUs) are required for renewal?
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Physical Therapists must complete 24 CCUs and Physical Therapist Assistants must complete 16 CCUs every two-year renewal period.
When does my Vermont PT license expire?
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Licenses expire on September 30th of even-numbered years.
Is Vermont a member of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact?
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Yes, Vermont is an active member of the PT Compact, allowing eligible licensees to obtain compact privileges.
Can I practice while my application is pending?
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You may be eligible for a 90-day non-renewable provisional license if all requirements are met except for the background check or final license verification.