All PTA licensing in New Mexico is regulated by the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department. Below are the requirements to become a licensed PTA in New Mexico.
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PTA License Requirement | Required in New Mexico? |
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Complete Accredited PTA Program | Yes |
Send official transcript to State PT Board | Yes |
Mail passport style photo to State PT Board | Yes |
Complete PTA License Application | Yes |
Pay non-refundable application fee | Yes, $200 |
Pass jurisprudence exam | Yes |
Pay jurisprudence exam fee | Yes, $25 |
Pass the National Physical Therapy Assistant Exam (NPTAE) | Yes, $370 |
New Mexico PTA License Application
For detailed information and instructions to become a PTA in New Mexico, see the board’s Application form. To download the form, right click the icon to the right and then click on “Save As” to save the PDF file.
New Mexico PTA Board Contact Info
Toney Anaya Building
2550 Cerrillos Road, Second Floor
Santa Fe, New Mexico
PO BOX 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-4880
(505) 476-4596
physicaltherapy@state.nm.us
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