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APTA's Specialization Program governed by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties is supported by staff who cover two areas of the program: initial certification and maintenance of certification.
Staff are available to respond to questions and issues regarding initial certification and maintenance processes.
Our offices are located at:
American Physical Therapy Association
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085
Hours: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
For Initial Certification
Contact: spec-cert@apta.org
For Maintenance
Contact: spec-recert@apta.org
For Certification Verification
Verify independently through the online directory of board-certified clinical specialists.
If you are unable to verify a certification through the directory, or require additional documentation, contact spec-recert@apta.org.
If you are attempting to verify PT licensure visit The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.
For Online Portal Assistance
Contact: spec-cert@apta.org