Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 24 - Occupational and Professional Licenses, Division of
Rule 24.13.01 - RULES GOVERNING THE PHYSICAL THERAPY LICENSURE BOARD
Section 24.13.01.180 - DRY NEEDLING CERTIFICATION

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 24.13.01.180

Current through August 31, 2023

The Board may grant certification for dry needling to a physical therapist who completes an application, pays the applicable fees, and meets the following requirements: (3-28-23)

01. Training and Education. At least one (1) year of practice as a licensed physical therapist and successful completion of a Board approved course that is a minimum of twenty-seven (27) hours of in-person instruction of which no less than sixteen (16) hours must be hands-on application of dry needling techniques by the physical therapist. (3-28-23)

02. Course Approval. The Board will review course curriculum, including a course syllabus, prior to approval. The course must: (3-28-23)

a. Be taught by a qualified instructor as shown by education and experience; (3-28-23)

b. Include instruction and training on indications/contraindications for dry needling, safe needling technique, and blood borne pathogens; (3-28-23)

c. Require successful completion of an assessment of proficiency in dry needling, which includes a practical demonstration of the physical therapist's dry needling skills. (3-28-23)

03. Course Completion. Completion of this education and training may have occurred prior to the effective date of these rules. (3-28-23)

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