Florida PT (Physical Therapist) CE Requirements
What Florida requires to renew your Physical Therapist license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
24
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Deadline
November 30 statewide
Requirements
- Prevention of Medical Errors — 2 hours
- HIV/AIDS (first renewal only)* — 1 hour
- General CE — 22 hours
* Items marked with an asterisk apply only in certain situations — for example to new licensees, specific roles, or one-time requirements. Check the official source below for which apply to you.
Important Information
Physical therapists in Florida need to complete a total of 24 hours of continuing education every two years, two hours of which are in Prevention of Medical Errors, and the rest can be general CE of your choosing. A few additional topics apply only in certain situations — see the asterisked items above.
Renewal periods in Florida run two years and end on November 30 for every licensee. Complete all required hours before that date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: License Requirements (fpta.org)
- Source: Physical Therapist (floridasphysicaltherapy.gov)
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