Physical Therapy Board of California

Physical Therapy Board of California Mission

To advance and protect the interests of the people of California by the effective administration of the Physical Therapy Practice Act.

Vision

The Board is the standard of excellence in Consumer Protection. The PTBC is a California State government agency, which licenses and disciplines physical therapist and physical therapist assistants. The PTBC provides three principal types of consumer services: verifies education and background prior to licensure, provides information about the practice of physical therapy by physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, and investigates complaints against physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.

Processing update for the week of 11/19/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.1) Intake – Determine whet...
11/19/2025

Processing update for the week of 11/19/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.
1) Intake – Determine whether application is accepted and issue PTLA/PTALA, if P1E received.
Intake is processing applications received on:
PTs 11/10/2025
PTAs 11/10/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 11/9/2025
Military - 11/12/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency - 11/12/2025
2) Analyst Evaluation – Evaluate application for licensure; identify deficiencies, if any. Provide status in Breeze account; and/or issue license.
Analysts are processing applications received on:
PTs 11/5/2025
PTAs 11/10/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 10/21/2025
Military - 11/13/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency applications, analysts are processing applications received on 10/13/2025

If you receive a communication from an individual claiming to be a PTBC or DCA employee who is attempting to gather your...
11/17/2025

If you receive a communication from an individual claiming to be a PTBC or DCA employee who is attempting to gather your personal and financial information: REFUSE payment, NEVER disclose personal information. Consider REPORTING the call.

Know a PT or PTA making a difference?The PTBC is looking for licensees to feature in an upcoming Progress Notes edition!...
11/13/2025

Know a PT or PTA making a difference?

The PTBC is looking for licensees to feature in an upcoming Progress Notes edition!
Send us a message with a short summary and their contact info.

Thank you to all who give back to their communities!

Happy Veterans Day! The PTBC extends our deepest gratitude to the veterans and active-duty service members who continue ...
11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day! The PTBC extends our deepest gratitude to the veterans and active-duty service members who continue to inspire us with their strength and resilience. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we all cherish. Thank you!

Processing update for the week of 11/10/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.1) Intake – Determine whet...
11/11/2025

Processing update for the week of 11/10/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.
1) Intake – Determine whether application is accepted and issue PTLA/PTALA, if P1E received.
Intake is processing applications received on:
PTs 11/4/2025
PTAs 10/31/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 11/2/2025
Military - 11/3/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency - 11/4/2025
2) Analyst Evaluation – Evaluate application for licensure; identify deficiencies, if any. Provide status in Breeze account; and/or issue license.
Analysts are processing applications received on:
PTs 10/27/2025
PTAs 10/31/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 10/16/2025
Military - 11/3/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency applications, analysts are processing applications received on 10/10/2025

Today we recognize World Freedom Day. Today we celebrate liberty, unity, and the shared values that bring people togethe...
11/09/2025

Today we recognize World Freedom Day. Today we celebrate liberty, unity, and the shared values that bring people together. 🌎

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the freedoms we enjoy and reflect on the importance of protecting them for future generations. 💙

Stay connected with the PTBC by following us on social media:📘 Facebook: 🐦 X (formerly Twitter): 📸 Instagram: 🎵 TikTok: ...
11/07/2025

Stay connected with the PTBC by following us on social media:
📘 Facebook:
🐦 X (formerly Twitter):
📸 Instagram:
🎵 TikTok:
We look forward to staying connected and keeping you up to date on all our platforms.

Today is National Stress Awareness Day! Stress affects not only our mental well-being but also our physical health. It c...
11/05/2025

Today is National Stress Awareness Day!
Stress affects not only our mental well-being but also our physical health. It can lead to muscle tension, headaches, joint discomfort, and posture changes, all of which can impact how we move and feel every day.
Physical Therapists play a key role in helping manage the physical effects of stress.
Taking steps to reduce stress supports both your mind and body.
This National Stress Awareness Day, take a moment to move, stretch, and care for yourself.

Happy Birthday to all of you that have birthdays in November!We hope you have an amazing Birthday Month!Also, if it is t...
11/03/2025

Happy Birthday to all of you that have birthdays in November!
We hope you have an amazing Birthday Month!
Also, if it is time, don’t forget to renew your license online at breeze.ca.gov

Processing update for the week of 11/3/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.1) Intake – Determine wheth...
11/03/2025

Processing update for the week of 11/3/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.
1) Intake – Determine whether application is accepted and issue PTLA/PTALA, if P1E received.
Intake is processing applications received on:
PTs 10/27/2025
PTAs 10/28/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 10/27/2025
Military - 11/2/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency - 10/28/2025
2) Analyst Evaluation – Evaluate application for licensure; identify deficiencies, if any. Provide status in Breeze account; and/or issue license.
Analysts are processing applications received on:
PTs 10/16/2025
PTAs 10/28/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 10/8/2025
Military - 11/2/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency applications, analysts are processing applications received on 10/6/2025

Processing update for the week of 10/28/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.1) Intake – Determine whet...
10/28/2025

Processing update for the week of 10/28/2025 for new graduates of a CAPTE-accredited programs.
1) Intake – Determine whether application is accepted and issue PTLA/PTALA, if P1E received.
Intake is processing applications received on:
PTs 10/20/2025
PTAs 10/20/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 10/19/2025
Military - 10/26/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency - 10/20/2025
2) Analyst Evaluation – Evaluate application for licensure; identify deficiencies, if any. Provide status in Breeze account; and/or issue license.
Analysts are processing applications received on:
PTs 10/13/2025
PTAs 10/20/2025
Endorsement (PT & PTA) 10/3/2025
Military - 10/26/2025
For Foreign-educated (International) and Equivalency applications, analysts are processing applications received on 9/24/2025

🔎 Need to verify a PT or PTA license?Use DCA License Search to check status and any disciplinary actions.Visit: https://...
10/27/2025

🔎 Need to verify a PT or PTA license?
Use DCA License Search to check status and any disciplinary actions.
Visit: https://search.dca.ca.gov/

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2005 Evergreen Street, Ste 2600
Sacramento, CA
95815

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19165618200

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The PTBC is a California State government agency, which licenses and disciplines physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The PTBC provides three principal types of consumer services: verifies education and background prior to licensure, provides information about the practice of physical therapy by physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, and investigates complaints against physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.