Physical Therapist Assistant License in Illinois
Everything you need to know about getting your PTA license to practice in Illinois.
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
The PT Compact covers both physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, allowing practice in member states through a Compact Privilege without additional state licenses.
Illinois is not a PT Compact member state. You will need to apply for a Illinois PTA license by endorsement, regardless of whether you hold a compact license in another state.
Visit PT Compact PortalRequirements for PTA Licensure in Illinois
- 1Graduation from accredited PTA program
- 2NPTE-PTA score verification via FSBPT
- 3Criminal background check
- 4Application fee
Estimated Processing Timeline
Most PTA endorsement applications in Illinois are processed within 4 to 8 weeks. Processing times may vary based on completeness of your application and current board workload.
This guide is for informational purposes only. Licensure requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the Illinois Board of Physical Therapy.
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