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, Purpose of the Laws & Rules Exam All Florida PT and PTA applicants must pass the Florida Laws and Rules
Examination developed by the FSBPT to ensure understanding of state laws that
govern PT practice.
Exam Format 50 multiple-choice questions (40 scored, 10 pilot)
Exam Time 60 minutes
Exam Delivery Computer-based (no reference materials allowed)
Legislative Intent & Definitions 25% of Questions, 10 Questions (out of 40)
Board Powers & Duties 5% of Questions, 2 Questions (out of 40)
Licensure & Examination 7.5% of Questions, 3 Questions (out of 40)
Patient Care 35% of Questions, 14 Questions (out of 40)
Disciplinary Action & Unlawful Practice 15% of Questions, 6 Questions (out of 40)
Consumer Advocacy 12.5% of Questions, 5 Questions (out of 40)
Chapter 486, Florida Statutes Physical Therapy Practice
Chapter 456, Florida Statutes Health Professions & Occupations: General Provisions
Rule 64B17, Florida Administrative Code Physical Therapy Rules
Delegation to PTA Assessment of patient progress
486.011 - Short Title Called the 'Physical Therapy Practice Act.'
Legislative Intent -Ensures every PT practitioner in Florida meets minimum competency
requirements for safe practice.
-Practitioners who fall below those standards or pose a danger to the
public cannot practice in Florida.