Eligibility and Requirements
- Where can I get a receipt of my compact privilege purchase?
- Can both physical therapists and physical therapist assistants obtain compact privileges?
- Can I use a compact privilege to practice/work in my home state?
- What continuing education/continuing competence requirements must be met?
- How much does a compact privilege cost?
- How is a licensee's home state defined?
- What do I need to do if I change my permanent residence/home state?
- Are internationally educated individuals eligible for compact privileges?
- How is a remote state defined?
- What jurisprudence requirements must be met?
- Who is eligible to purchase a compact privilege?
- How do I update my name or mailing address with the PT Compact Commission?
- Do I need to purchase a compact privilege for my home state?
- How long is the process to obtain a compact privilege?
- Do I need a separate compact privilege for each state in which I want to provide physical therapy services?
- How do I renew my compact privilege?
- Why can’t I renew my compact privilege?
- Can I still apply for a state-issued PT or PTA license if I am not eligible to obtain a compact privilege?
- How long must a PT or PTA have a license and be practicing/working to be eligible to obtain a compact privilege?
- What else should I consider before purchasing a compact privilege?
- How do I know if I’m eligible for compact privileges?
- Can I receive a hard copy of my compact privilege?