328-A:7 Examination. –
I. The office shall conduct, through a third party, examinations within the state at least quarterly. The passing score shall be determined by the board.
II. A physical therapist applicant may take the examination for licensure after the application process has been completed with the exception of submission of documentation showing the applicant has passed the required examination. A national physical therapy exam shall test competency related to physical therapy theory, examination and evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment intervention, prevention, and consultation.
III. A physical therapist assistant applicant may take the examination for licensure after the application process has been completed with the exception of submission of documentation showing the applicant has passed the required examination. A national examination shall test for requisite knowledge and skills in the technical application of physical therapy services.
IV. An applicant for licensure who does not pass the examination after the first attempt may retake the examination 3 additional times. An applicant shall not retake the examination a fourth time unless:
(a) The applicant has completed a new application for licensure, with the exception of submission of documentation showing that the applicant has passed the examination.
(b) The applicant has submitted, and the board has approved, a plan for completion of additional clinical training or coursework or both.