Accrediting and Credentialing Organizations
Accrediting and credentialing organizations are in place to set standards for quality physical therapy education as well as specific criteria for obtaining licensure in order to protect the public.
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Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy
The Board is a licensing and regulatory organization to protect the public.
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Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
The agency that grants accreditation to qualified entry-level physical therapy programs
Professional Organizations
Professional organizations exist to advance the field of physical therapy to improve health and quality of life of individuals in society by providing advocacy, education and professional development, research, public awareness and outreach, and practice support.
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American Physical Therapy Association
Represents physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and students
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American Physical Therapy Association Arkansas
Their mission is to represent and promote the profession of physical therapy in Arkansas