These programs are in varying degrees of development. They have begun the process toward accreditation by submitting an Application for Candidacy. The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education has not yet granted Candidate for Accreditation status to these programs.

Developing Programs Workshop This workshop focuses on information essential for institutions developing a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant education program.This includes an overview of the accreditation process, CAPTE’s expectations relevant to the 2024 Standards and Required Elements,

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Accreditation is a voluntary process. Physical therapy education programs desiring accreditation status apply to CAPTE and must first achieve candidacy status before being considered for initial accreditation status.

Accreditation is a process used in the US to assure the quality of the education that students receive. It is a voluntary, nongovernmental, peer-review process that occurs on a regular basis.

Upcoming CAPTE Events Summer/Fall 2026 CAPTE Workshops and Meetings: PTA In-Person Developing Program Workshop: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 PT In-Person Developing Program Workshop: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 PTA In-Person Self-study Workshop: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 PT In-Person Self-study Workshop: Wednesday,

On-site visits are conducted to validate the information submitted by programs seeking or maintaining accreditation in order to facilitate CAPTE's evaluation of the extent of compliance with the Standards and Required Elements.

Access demographic information about PT and PTA education programs, including program, student and faculty data.

Access commonly referenced CAPTE status and action definitions.