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Welcome to our New Website!
Welcome to the ADA compliant design of the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board's website. Click to watch a tutorial on navigating your new dashboard.
Next Board Meeting: May 20, 2026
The next board meeting will be May 20, 2026. Meetings are open to the public, with the exception of Executive Session which is closed.
CEU Audit
Chosen for this year's CEU audit? Click for a short "how to" video and FAQ.
Our Mission
The Louisiana Physical Therapy Board was created within the Department of Health. The Board consists of eight members who shall be appointed by the Governor. This Board is legislatively mandated to license and regulate the physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who wish to work in Louisiana. The Board is mandated to interpret the scope of practice for physical therapy, write regulations, and discipline licensees who have violated the law. The most important function of the Board is to protect the citizens of Louisiana.
Practice Act & Rules
Access a digital copy of the Practice Act & Rules.
Verification of Licensure
Request a written verification of your Louisiana license through your dashboard.
File a Complaint
The Board is required to investigate all complaints of wrongdoing which it receives.
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