The ABPTS Maintenance of Specialist Certification (MOSC) is a model for certification that focuses on continuing competence of the physical therapist specialist. . This page covers MOSC Requirement 1: Professional Standing and Direct Patient Care Hours.
In years 3, 6, and 9, a specialist must submit evidence of current unrestricted licensure as a physical therapist in the United States or any of its possessions or territories.
In years 3, 6, and 9, a specialist must submit evidence of 200 hours of direct patient care acquired in the specialty area within the last 3 years. Direct patient care hours accrued in year 10 may be applied to the year 3 requirement for the next MOSC cycle.
Sports Specialists Only
Sports specialists must additionally submit:
- Evidence of 100 venue coverage hours (33 hours for each 3-year MOSC cycle)
- Evidence of current knowledge in national first responder standards and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) guidelines and CPR certification
Successful completion of an APTA-accredited residency or fellowship program in a designated specialty practice area meets all requirements for one 3-year MOSC cycle.
What Activities Constitute Direct Patient Care?
MOSC Portal
Enter the MOSC Online Portal.