Access information to assist you in seeking an initial board-certification in the cardiovascular and pulmonary specialty area.

In 1989 the APTA House of Delegates approved board certification in the area of geriatric physical therapy. The first Geriatrics Specialist Certification Examination was given in February 1992. As of July 2025, ABPTS has certified 4,500 geriatric specialists.

The individual who is Board-Certified in Neurologic Physical Therapy is a specialist in the effective and efficient examination, treatment, and reassessment of persons of all ages with neurologic dysfunction.

The oncologic specialty area within the physical therapy profession includes the management of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary and cardiopulmonary rehabilitative needs of patients living with and beyond cancer and other chronic illnesses including HIV.

The orthopaedic specialist uses advanced techniques and methods to assist the patient toward optimal function through corrective, adaptive, and prophylactic management of the neuromusculoskeletal system.

The women’s health clinical specialist demonstrates advanced knowledge in foundational science, behavioral science, clinical science, client management and practice management in the realm of women’s health physical therapy.

The wound management specialty area within the physical therapy profession involves understanding, assessing, and maintaining the integrity of the integumentary system across the lifespan and in preventing and managing multiple types of wounds and integumentary conditions for optimal outcomes.

Get access to requirements, resources, and tools to help you get started with what you need to become a board-certified sports physical therapist specialist.

May 10, 2021/Open Access

Preparing for and taking the specialist certification exam aren't easy, but there are a variety of ways to study and plan.