Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 490 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
Chapter 490-3 - EVALUATION OF EXAMINATIONS: APPLICANTS
Rule 490-3-.02 - Re-examination

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 490-3-.02

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024

(1) An applicant who fails the national examination on the first attempt, may retake the examination up to the maximum lifetime limit in accordance with the eligibility criteria established by the exam administrator approved by the Board.

(2) An applicant who fails the examination will receive a notification from the Board to include:

(a) An acknowledgement of receipt of the examination scores with a request that the applicant complete a comprehensive review of their individual Score Report that is provided to them by the exam administrator.

(b) Information on practical considerations to assist and promote learning proficiency, to assist applicants with preparing to retake the examination.

(3) An applicant may submit an appeal form to the Board for one (1) additional attempt to retake and pass the national exam if the applicant has been notified by the exam administrator or the Board that the applicant is ineligible to register to retake the national examination.

(4) The Board in its discretion may require the applicant to complete a board approved traineeship upon passing the examination and prior to the issuance of a license if the applicant has not successfully passed the NPTE within two (2) years of the initial test date.

O.C.G.A. §§ 43-33-10, 43-33-12.

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