Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy

The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) is an organization that supports and oversees the licensing and regulation of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in the United States. It provides resources and guidance to state licensing boards, ensuring the standards for education, practice, and ethics are maintained. FSBPT also develops the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE), which assesses the competence of candidates seeking to become licensed practitioners. By promoting consistent licensing standards across states, FSBPT helps ensure that physical therapy care is safe and effective for patients everywhere.