How to Take the PTA Exam at a Sylvan Learning Center

If you plan to sit for the Physical Therapist Assistants exam, you will need to obtain licensure and wait for a letter of authorization before proceeding to the testing site. Test sites for the PTA exam include locations at the Sylvan/Prometrics centers across the country, but there is a registration and confirmation process required before making your appointment. Here's what you need when you decide to take the PTA exam at a Sylvan Learning Center.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Internet access
• Graduation information
• Driver's license
• Social security card

1. Apply for licensure in your state. Most states require you to have a license before you can sit for the PTA exam. Find out what your state's physical therapy licensure policy is by visiting the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy website (see Resources).

2. Obtain approval to sit for the PTA exam. You'll need to be approved by the state's physical therapy board to sit for the exam and set up your practice once you pass.

3. Complete and submit your exam application and registration forms. These should have been provided to you through the board of physical therapy in your state after graduation.

4. Submit your paperwork to the state board office. This organization will need to review your application and verify your school before allowing you to take the exam.

5. Register online to sit for the PTA exam. Online exam registration can be completed through the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy website.

6. Wait for your Authorization to Test (ATT) letter in the mail. After completing the registration process and paying the necessary fees, the board will review your application and send you the ATT letter to confirm eligibility.

7. Make your appointment at the nearest Sylvan (Prometric) test site. You have 60 days after receiving your Authorization to Test Letter to schedule your exam date. Consult the Prometric website to find the location nearest you.

8. Schedule your appointment. You'll need to complete an appointment application and confirm your appointment to reserve your seat. This can be completed via phone, e-mail or online.

Tips & Warnings

• The examination fee for the PTA exam varies by state and typically range from $50 to $70.
• You can obtain a temporary license while the paperwork for your application is being reviewed.
• Review more details about the exam, including a simulation PTA exam on the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy website.
• Don't wait until the last week of the window period to schedule your examination; aim for at least 30 days in advance.
• Take the classes or get a tutor at least 6 weeks before the examination if you need to reinforce key lessons and concepts

Resources

• Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
• Sylvan/Prometric Test Sites
• Online Exam Registration at the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy

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