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The Michigan Physical Therapy Association is a professional organization representing physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and students who have joined together to assure that high ethical professional standards are maintained and that quality health care in the areas of prevention, education and rehabilitation of movement dysfunction and wellness are received for all consumers in the state of Michigan.

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Legislative Update:
PTA Licensure Update

PTA Full License Packet Now Posted

The State of Michigan has posted the new application packet for PTAs to apply to receive their full PTA license.

For PTAs who hold a current limited license, that license remains valid until December 31, 2011. The MPTA strongly encourages PTAs to apply for their full license well in advance of the 12/31/11 deadline to ensure that their ability to practice is NOT disrupted.

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New Physical Therapy Administrative Rules
December 3, 2010

The new Physical Therapy Administrative Rules were posted by the State of Michigan on 11/29/10.

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Non-Members: Click Here to Read the Administrative Rules. Legislative Update:
The PTA Licensure

September 2009 - November 2010

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September 23, 2010 - National Fall Awareness Day

The Michigan Physical Therapy Association applauds Senator Roger Kahn, (R-Saginaw Township) and the Michigan Legislators for Resolution 180 which recognizes September 23, 2010 as National Falls Awareness Day.


APTA News and Updates for PTAs

The PTA Resource Center is a one-stop shop for information and APTA documents directly related to PTA education, work, supervision, career development, and more.
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