Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 490 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
Chapter 490-2 - LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Rule 490-2-.10 - Licensure - Endorsement/Reciprocity for Military Spouses and Transitioning Service Members
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through December 27, 2023
(1) The Board may, in its discretion register a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant without an examination as set forth in Official Code of Georgia Annotated Section 43-33-15upon receipt of a complete application and payment of applicable fees. (Refer to fee schedule)
(2) A military spouse or transitioning service member, as defined in O.C.G.A. § 43-1-34, is deemed eligible to apply for licensure pursuant to O.C.G.A. 43-33-15if the applicant is a holder of a valid physical therapy or physical therapist assistant license in another State for which the training, experience and testing substantially meet or exceed the requirements under this state to obtain a license; and,
(3) Proof of graduation from an accredited physical therapy or physical therapist assistant program or credential evaluations deemed substantially equivalent to the professional degree, and satisfactory completion of the licensing examination shall be deemed to be prima facie evidence of compliance with Code Section 43-33-15. The Board, however, may request further verification of any credential submitted if deemed necessary to evaluate the application.
O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25; 43-1-34(b), 43-33-2, 43-33-10(1), (2), (3), (11); 43-33-14; 43-33-15.
Original Rule entitled "Practical and Oral Examinations" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.
Repealed: F. May 1, 1973; eff. May 21, 1973.
Adopted: New Rule entitled "Licensure: Endorsement/Reciprocity for Military Spouses and Transitioning Service Members." F. Oct. 13, 2017; eff. Nov. 2, 2017.
Amended: F. Sep. 14, 2020; eff. Oct. 4, 2020.