The Cadre of Program Reviewers consists of approximately 180 PTs, PTAs, and higher education administrators. Each member of the program review team, whether a document reviewer or on-site reviewer has completed hybrid training course to learn about CAPTE's expectations as well as how to conduct a program

The APTA Accreditation Department is comprised of ten individuals who provide support for the activities related to program accreditation review and CAPTE meetings. Staff are also available to respond to questions about the accreditation process.

Explore accredited bridge programs for Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who are interested in becoming licensed Physical Therapists (PTs).

CAPTE provides periodic updates on policies, standards, regulations, leadership, and other topics relevant to faculty, program directors, and program reviewers.

These resources have been curated to assist accredited programs, programs with candidacy status, and those that are considering developing a physical therapy education program. 

Access recent actions and updates from CAPTE, including reasons for candidacy decisions, and the Public Disclosures Notices related to CAPTE actions.

Access steps, information on the process, and resource documents for institutions considering developing a physical therapy education program.

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Jun 11, 2024/Open Access

View currently and previously accredited physical therapist education programs, including information about degrees conferred and first and last graduating classes, via the Master Lists. Each Master List is updated approximately 60 days after each CAPTE meeting.