I would like to be a part of this APTA IEPT section, and this movement, to help make this better. To help make the requirements for us IEPTs level across the country.
I am so thankful I found this video, now 2 years later! Especially now as i prepare to take the NPTE as an IEPT currently outside the US. Fortunately i meet the requirements for Florida; but learning now that the endorsement process is NOT straightforward is both eye-opening and mind-boggling. I didn't even know that there was a requirement for Experience in the US, much less that a whole other re-evaluation would be needed, not to mention "general education courses" - even after being licensed! This is indeed discriminatory, and one can't help consider the longstanding notion, that these requirements are - bottom line - actually meant to DETER us foreign-trained PTs! This seems far more apparent now, unfortunately. I do hope things will get better soon - and I would like to be a part of this APTA IEPT section, and this movement, to help make this better. To help make the requirements for us IEPTs level across the country. I never knew about this APTA Section until now - but i would like to get involved.
Thank you for sharing your experiences. I just received my credential report a few days ago. Based on the existing requirements my deficiencies are: 1.General Education: Physical Science, Biological science, and Mathematics. 2.Geriatrics 3.Pharmacology 4.Metabolic Problems Examination 5.Metabolic Problems Evaluation 6.Cultural Competency 7.Consultation, Screening and Delegation. I completed my studies in El Salvador, applying for a California license.
I am Mexican born turned US citizen. I have a bacherlos degree from USA but due to PT school cost, I am considering going to study in Mexico City. My concern is the transfer of degree back to USA as physical therapist now require a doctorate. Essentially, I am trying to learn information to not waste my time, money, and effort of this idea is a bust. Can you help?
I am a foreign trained PT . I submitted all documentations, but the Toefl ibt is a big challenge to me. I wish I could do something. I really need some help.
