Oct 13, 2023/Open Access

Review the number of board-certified clinical specialists by state, U.S. territories, and those practicing in non-U.S. areas and provinces (i.e., international military bases, and Canadian provinces). These numbers are updated annually.

Aug 30, 2023/Open Access

Each year, hundreds of clinical specialists recertify their board-certification for another 10 years. This chart is updated annually.

Achieving and maintaining ABPTS board-certification of specialization is a tremendous achievement. Don't keep it a secret!

ABPTS conducted a survey to determine how employers across various settings recognize the value of specialization.

Jan 1, 2021/Resource

Congratulations on making the decision to pursue board certification in sports physical therapy under the APTA Specialist Certification Program governed by ABPTS. Access certification requirements, practical tips, guidelines, and other resources to guide you through everything from applying for initial

May 3, 2021/Article

May 3, 2021/Article

May 1, 2020/Open Access

Criteria for establishment of a new specialty area are established by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties and guide the development of all new specialty areas. The APTA House of Delegates approves all new specialty areas.

Certified specialists can use the following materials in their marketing efforts. ABPTS Logo Access Click Here and log in using your APTA ID and password. Click on Learning Plans and scroll to Logo Authorization. Click Begin. How to Promote Your Board-Certification Specialization. Tips for Promoting

ABPTS Specialty Councils develop minimum eligibility requirements for certification and recertification in a specialty area based on ABPTS guidelines, and when required screen applicants for eligibility to sit for exams and for recertification.