what are the requirements for taking the pt board exam in the philippines?

Question

how much is the cost of the exam this coming february? how many times does an applicant can take the exam?

Answer 1

How to apply for the exam

STEPS FOR OVER-THE-COUNTER APPLICATIONS FOR LICENSURE EXAMINATIONS (for batch/manual based examinations)

STEP 1. Secure Action Sheet from the PRC Customer Service Center (CSC) and accomplish the same.

STEP 2. Submit the Action Sheet for processing and evaluation at any of the Processing Windows together with the following REQUIREMENTS:

* Original and photo/xerox copies of Transcript of Records with Special Order and Date of Graduation with SCANNED PICTURES AND WITH REMARKS “FOR BOARD EXAMINATION PURPOSES ONLY” .View Res.2004-200. . (Graduates of government schools and institutions/programs accredited by recognized accredited agencies under the FAAP are exempted from SO [B]). Graduates of New Schools/Degree Programs must submit School Recognition and/or Permit to Operate.

* Original and photo/xerox copy of NSO-issued Birth Certificate (in (NSO) security paper; if NSO copy not very clear, bring copy from the Local Civil Registrar)

* Original and photo/xerox copies of NSO-issued Marriage Contract in NSO security paper (for married female only;if NSO copy not very clear, bring copy from local civil registrar).

* Four (4) passport size colored pictures in white background with complete name tag.

* Current Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)

* Other specific requirements as required by the Commission or the Professional Regulatory Board.

NOTE: Secure the following from the processor upon approval of your application:

* Computerized Application form (CAF)
* Permanent Examination and Registration Record card (PERRC) Download sample PERRC
* Notice of Admission (NOA)

STEP 3. Pay examination fee at any of the cashier Windows. Get Official Receipt.

* Baccalaureate Degree - P900.00
* Non-Baccalaureate Degree - P600.00
* Removal - P450.00

STEP 4 . Pay for metered documentary stamps and mailing envelope with metered documentary stamps at the CSC.

STEP 5. Accomplish the CAF, PERRC, and NOA. Indicate the Official Receipt number, date, and amount on the CAF.

STEP 6. Proceed to any of the Issuance Windows (Window 9, 10, 11, 12) for final review of qualifications and documents and issuance of NOA, Applicant's Stub, Program of Examination, Examinee's Kit and Self-Instruction Sheet..

STEP 7. Keep the Notice of Admission, Official Receipt, and the Applicant's Stub. Bring these with you on the first day of the examination. For further information, read the General Instructions at the back page of the NOA, Program of Examination, Examinee's Kit and Self-Instruction Sheet.

STEP 8. Bring your NOA when you verify with the PRC your school/building assignment which will be posted at the PRC premises two(2) or three (3)working days before examination date.

NO APPLICATION IS ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE

DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED. YOUR PAYMENT WILL BE FORFEITED.

APPLICATIONS WHOSE ENTRIES WITH RESPECT TO NAME, DATE OF BIRTH and SEX DIFFER FROM ENTRIES IN THE BIRTH CERTIFICATE, TRANSCRIPT OF RECORDS (TOR), and OTHER REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

You can take the exam up to 3 times.

Resolution No. 08 Series of 1998

WHEREAS, Section 17 of R.A. No. 5680 known as the Philippine Physical and Occupational Therapy Law, requires examinees who still failed in the third re-examination to undertake a prescribed course of study and to show proof of the completion of such course before he/she will be admitted to the fourth examination.

WHEREAS, in view of the increasing number of three-time unsuccessful examinees in the Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy licensure examinations, the Board recognizes the need to prescribe the required course of study.

WHEREAS, the Board, on the basis of the assistance extended by the Faculty of the Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Allied Medical Professions, University of the Philippines, Manila and the Faculty of the Institute of Physical Therapy, University of Sto. Tomas, and the consultation with the academe, through the Association of Philippine Physical and Occupational Therapy Schools (APPTOTS), the officers of the Philippine Physical Therapy Association (PPTA) and the Occupational Therapy Association of the Philippines (OTAP) and the consultative meetings with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), prepared a course of study which shall be undertaken and completed by three-time flunkers in the Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy licensure examinations before they will be admitted to their fourth examination.

WHEREFORE, the Board RESOLVED, as it hereby RESOLVES, to adopt the “Courses of Study” appended hereto as Annexes “A” and “B” and made integral parts of this Resolution which is hereby prescribes for three-time flunkers in the Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy licensure examinations to take and complete before they will be admitted for their fourth examination in accordance with the following guidelines:
1. The course of study shall be offered and operated/administered by a school, college or university whose courses in Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy are duly recognized or accredited by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
2. The schools, colleges or universities that will offer and operate/administer the said courses shall obtain from the Board of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy a certificate of accreditation of such courses after submitting authenticated copies of the accreditation of their courses in the Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy by the CHED and upon payment of the prescribed fees.
3. Upon completion of the course, the school/college/university shall issue a certificate of completion of the course to the 3-time flunkers, the said certificate, with the seal of the school/college affixed thereto, shall bear the signature of the Dean or Head of the school/college of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy of the educational institution.
4. The 3-time flunker shall file an application for the licensure examination with the authenticated copy of the said certificate attached thereto not later than twenty (20) days prior to the first day of the said examination.
5. The 3-time flunker who took and completed the course shall be entitled to the use of his/her certificate of completion only for three (3) examinations; thereafter, he/she shall be required to submit a new certificate issued upon completion of the prescribed course of study.
6. If a certificate of completion of the course of study submitted by an examinee is found to have been issued or obtained fraudulently, the applicant shall not be allowed to take the examination or if he/she has already taken, the examination papers of the examinee shall be cancelled or if the certificate of registration has already been issued, the said certificate shall be revoked, without prejudice to the institution of criminal action against the 3-time flunker and/or the
employee/official of the institution issuing the certificate.
7. The school/college/university offering and operating/administering the course of study shall submit to the Board of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, a report containing the names of the 3-time flunkers who have taken and completed the course and been issued the certificate of completion, the inclusive dates the course was taken and completed and such other information as may be required by the Board.
This Resolution shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from its publication in the Official Gazette or newspaper of general circulation, whichever comes earlier.
Let copies of this Resolution be furnished to all Presidents, Administrators or Heads of all schools, colleges or universities offering the course in Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy for dissemination to their students and graduates and to the Commission on Higher Education for information.

Answer 2

Pt Board Exam

Answer 3

There is no national certification like in the Philippines. The requirements will vary by state with many states recognizing certifications from other states.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Here's info from the PRC website. The link below can provide you with a step-by-step guide.

Qualifications for Examinations. - In order to be admitted to the physical therapists’ examination or the occupational therapists’ examination, as the case may be, an applicant must, at the time of the filing of his or her application, establish to the satisfaction of the Board that:


He is a citizen of the Philippines, or if a foreigner, must prove that the country of which he is a subject or citizen permits Filipino physical therapists and occupational therapists to practice within its territorial jurisdiction on the same basis as the subjects or citizens of such country;
He is least twenty-one years of age;
He is of good health and of good moral character;
He has finished a standard academic high school course or its equivalent in a school, college or university legally established or duly recognized by the government;
He has received a degree, if he is an applicant for the physical therapy examination, in Physical Therapy from a school of physical therapy duly recognized by the Government: Provided, That such educational institution offers at least the following academic subjects prior to the admission in the main physical therapy course, namely, English, Mathematics, Speech, Political Science, Social Science, Humanities, Psychology, Spanish, Physics, Zoology and Chemistry: Provided, further, That such educational institution offers at least the following academic subjects in the main therapy course, namely: Anatomy, Physiology, Applied Kinesiology, Introduction to Nursing, Theory and Practice of Massage, Electrotherapy, Prosthetics, Splinting, Bandaging and Plasterwork, Exercise Therapy, General Medical and Surgical Conditions, Neurological and Orthopedic Conditions, Principles of Rehabilitation, Pathology, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, Selected Medical and Surgical Conditions, Administration and Ethics, Medical Psychology; or He has received a degree, if he is an applicant for the occupational therapy examination, in Occupational Therapy or any other title of equivalent standard from a school of occupational therapy duly recognized by the Government: Provided, That such educational institution offers at least the following academic subjects prior to admission in the main occupational therapy course, namely, English, Spanish, Humanities, Zoology, Chemistry, Sociology, Philippine History and Works of Rizal, Mathematics: Provided, further, That such educational institution offers at least the following academic subjects in the main occupational therapy course, namely, Biological Sciences consisting of Human Anatomy and Physiology, Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology, and Kinesiology (Principles of Human Motion); Behavioral Sciences consisting of Human Development, Personality Development, Group Processes, Interpersonal and Interprofessional Relationships; Physical and Psychological Dysfunction Basic, General Pathology subjects including General and Medical Conditions, Neurological and Orthopedic Conditions, Pediatrics and Psychiatry; Occupational Therapy Skills consisting of Creative and Manual Arts, Vocational and Avocational Activities, Daily Living Skills and Teaching Techniques; Occupational Therapy Orientation Evaluation and Treatment, Principles of Physical and Psychosocial Dysfunction consisting of Organization and Administration, General Medical and Surgical Conditions Neurological and Orthopedic Conditions, Psychology, Prevocational;
He has completed at least nine months of internship in Physical Therapy in an adequate Physical Therapy Department of a hospital or clinic as certified by the Department of Health;13 or has at least nine months clinical experience under the supervision of a competent and duly registered occupational therapist in an accredited hospital or institution, as the case may be. Clinical experience shall include the effective treatment of psychosocial and physical dysfunction of patients of wide age range and of both sexes.
Educational Qualification / Training / Experience:

PHYSICAL THERAPIST


B.S. in Physical Therapy
Certification of nine (9) months of Internship signed by the Dean and Registrar with school seal.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

B.S. in Occupational Therapy
Certification of nine (9) months of Internship signed by the Dean and Registrar
Scope of Examination. - The examinations for the practice of physical therapy and occupational therapy in the Philippines shall consist of written and practical examinations of the scope which shall be determined by the Board, taking into consideration the teaching plan of the schools legally constituted in the Philippines. It shall be the duty of the Board to prepare the schedule of subjects mentioned in subparagraph (e) of the preceding section of this Act, as well as practical and clinical examinations of all candidates, and to submit the same to the President of the Philippines for approval through the Commissioner of Civil Service, and to publish the same as approved at least two months before the date of examination wherein such subjects are to be used. Any alteration or amendment that may be made in the schedule of subjects shall likewise be approved by the President.

Ratings in the Examination. - In order to pass the first examination, a candidate must obtain a general rating of not below seventy-five percent in the written examination with no rating below sixty percent. Any applicant who failed in the first examination but obtained seventy- five percent in each of at least five of the subjects may be permitted to take a second examination within one year from date of the first examination. In order to pass in the second examination, the examinee must obtain a rating not below seventy-five percent in each of the subjects repeated: Provided, That an applicant who failed in the set of subjects repeated on the second examination must take a reexamination in all the subjects within one year from the date of the second examination: Provided, further, That should he still fail in the third re-examination, the applicant shall be required to undertake a prescribed course of study and to show proof of the completion of such course before he will be admitted to the fourth examination.

Report of the Results of the Examinations. - The Board of Examiners for Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists14 shall, within one hundred twenty days after each examination, report the ratings obtained by each candidate to the Professional Regulation Commission, who shall, with his recommendation, submit such ratings to the President for his approval.

Issuance of Certificates. - Certificates of registration as physical therapists or occupational therapist shall be issued to any applicant who passes the respective examination after approval for his ratings by the President of the Philippines upon payment of the required fees. Every certificate of registration shall show the full name of the registrant, have a serial number, bear the signatures of the members of the Board attested by the secretary of the Board and duly authenticated by the seal of the Board of Examiners for Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists. The issuance of certificate of registration by the Board to the registrant shall evidence that the person named therein is entitled to all right and privileges of a registered physical therapist or a registered occupational therapist, as the case may be, until the said certificate for just cause, is revoked temporarily or canceled. For all intents and purposes of this act members of the first Board shall be considered as having duly qualified and registered as occupational therapists and physical therapists as the case may be.

Initial. - The initials PTRP and OTRP, which stand for Physical Therapist Registered, Philippines and Occupational Therapist Registered, Philippines, may be added after the name of the physical therapist or occupational therapist, as the case may be, who successfully passes the examination given by the Board.

Registration by reciprocity. - Any physical therapist, physiatrist or occupational therapist holding valid certificate of registration issued under the laws of a foreign country may practice his profession in the Philippines without passing an examination given by the Board15 if the requirements for the registration and licensing of a physical therapy, physiatrist or occupational therapist in such foreign country are substantially the same as those provided for in this Act and that the laws of such country or state grant the same privileges to physical therapist, physiatrists and occupational therapists registered in the Philippines on the same basis as the subjects or citizens of such foreign country or state.

Examination and Registration Fees. - Applicants for examination for the profession of physical therapy or occupational therapy shall pay an examination fee of twenty-five pesos each. Successful applicants shall pay a registration fee of ten pesos each.

Refusal to Issue Certificate in Certain Cases. - The Board of Examiners for Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapist shall not issue a certificate of registration to any person convicted of any criminal offense involving moral turpitude by a court of competent jurisdiction, and to any person guilty of illegal practice, unethical advertising, or other immoral or dishonorable conduct. The Board shall give the applicant a written statement of the reason or reasons for its action, which statement shall be incorporated in the records of the Board.

Re-issuance of Revoked Certificate and Replacement of Lost Certificate. - The Board15 may, for reasons of equity and justice and upon proper application therefore, issue another copy, original or duplicate, upon the payment of ten pesos, of a certificate which has been revoked. A new certificate of registration to replace a lost, destroyed or mutilated certificate may be issued subject to the rules of the Board and upon the payment of ten pesos.