DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PHYSICAL
THERAPY JURISPRUDENCE NEWLY
UPDATED 2026 A+ EXAM GUIDE WITH
COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTIONS AND
GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Q: If a licensed physical therapist in DC changes their home or business
address, what is the deadline for notifying the Board in writing?
A: ✔✔ You are required to submit a written notification of the change within 30
days. Keeping this information current ensures you receive official correspondence
regarding your license and renewals.
Q: Under the DC regulatory definitions, what does the term "Person"
encompass?
A: ✔✔ In a legal and regulatory context, "Person" is a broad term that includes
more than just an individual. It also refers to a corporation, trustee, receiver,
guardian, representative, firm, partnership, society, school, or any other legal
or commercial entity.
Q: How is the "Practice of Physical Therapy" officially defined?
A: ✔✔ It is defined as the evaluation and examination of human injury, disease,
or disability using noninvasive tests of neuromuscular functions. It also includes
the treatment and rehabilitation of these conditions through recognized
therapeutic procedures and physical therapy standards.
Who can refer to a licensed physical therapist? -ANSWER✔✔Physician
Osteopath
Dentist
, Podiatrist
Licensed registered nurse certified to practice as an advanced registered nurse.
What measures are allowed for treatment by a physical therapist? -
ANSWER✔✔Ther Ex, Ther Mass, heat, cold, air, light, water, electricity, or
sound.
When does a license expire? -ANSWER✔✔12:00a of 1/31 of each odd-numbered
year.
What type of applicant needs to take and pass the District examination prior to
issuance of a license? -ANSWER✔✔Renewal
Re-activation
Reinstatement.
How many attempts are you allowed to take the district exam? -ANSWER✔✔3
How many hours of continuing education are required for renewal? -
ANSWER✔✔40
How many hours of continuing education can be internet courses? -
ANSWER✔✔20
How many hours of LGBTQ continuing education hours are required? -
ANSWER✔✔2
THERAPY JURISPRUDENCE NEWLY
UPDATED 2026 A+ EXAM GUIDE WITH
COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTIONS AND
GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Q: If a licensed physical therapist in DC changes their home or business
address, what is the deadline for notifying the Board in writing?
A: ✔✔ You are required to submit a written notification of the change within 30
days. Keeping this information current ensures you receive official correspondence
regarding your license and renewals.
Q: Under the DC regulatory definitions, what does the term "Person"
encompass?
A: ✔✔ In a legal and regulatory context, "Person" is a broad term that includes
more than just an individual. It also refers to a corporation, trustee, receiver,
guardian, representative, firm, partnership, society, school, or any other legal
or commercial entity.
Q: How is the "Practice of Physical Therapy" officially defined?
A: ✔✔ It is defined as the evaluation and examination of human injury, disease,
or disability using noninvasive tests of neuromuscular functions. It also includes
the treatment and rehabilitation of these conditions through recognized
therapeutic procedures and physical therapy standards.
Who can refer to a licensed physical therapist? -ANSWER✔✔Physician
Osteopath
Dentist
, Podiatrist
Licensed registered nurse certified to practice as an advanced registered nurse.
What measures are allowed for treatment by a physical therapist? -
ANSWER✔✔Ther Ex, Ther Mass, heat, cold, air, light, water, electricity, or
sound.
When does a license expire? -ANSWER✔✔12:00a of 1/31 of each odd-numbered
year.
What type of applicant needs to take and pass the District examination prior to
issuance of a license? -ANSWER✔✔Renewal
Re-activation
Reinstatement.
How many attempts are you allowed to take the district exam? -ANSWER✔✔3
How many hours of continuing education are required for renewal? -
ANSWER✔✔40
How many hours of continuing education can be internet courses? -
ANSWER✔✔20
How many hours of LGBTQ continuing education hours are required? -
ANSWER✔✔2
