Everything you need to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination on your first attempt. Comprehensive study materials designed by PT professionals.
Understanding the exam is the first step to conquering it.
The National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) is a computer-based exam administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). It's required for licensure as a physical therapist in all 50 states.
The exam assesses your ability to apply entry-level physical therapy knowledge and skills in clinical practice scenarios. Success requires not just memorization, but true understanding and clinical reasoning.
With TherapyExams, you'll build both the knowledge foundation and test-taking skills needed to pass with confidence.
225 multiple-choice questions
5 hours total with 1 break
Scaled score of 200-800; minimum passing score is 600
Computer-based test at Prometric testing centers
Offered four times a year at testing centers
Understanding the exam structure helps you study smarter, not harder.
Examination, evaluation, and interventions for orthopedic conditions, connective tissue disorders, post-surgical rehabilitation, and biomechanics.
CNS, PNS, and ANS conditions including stroke, SCI, motor control and motor learning, balance, and coordination.
Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, breathing patterns, rib cage excursion, and management of cardiopulmonary conditions.
Wound care, scar mobility, burns, pressure injuries, and integumentary tests/measures and interventions.
Metabolic & Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, and Lymphatic systems â including pelvic floor, lymphedema, and diabetes management.
Multi-system conditions, comorbidities, polypharmacy, psychological/psychiatric impact, and dimensions of pain on patient management.
Assistive/adaptive devices, prosthetics, orthotics, and therapeutic modalities including thermal, electrotherapy, ultrasound, and biofeedback.
Patient safety, infection control, ethics, documentation, billing, telehealth, and evidence-based practice including statistics and research methodology.
Complete preparation resources designed specifically for the NPTE exam.
Comprehensive flashcard library covering all NPTE content areas with spaced repetition algorithm.
Memory techniques created by PT professionals to help you remember complex concepts easily.
Realistic NPTE-style practice tests with detailed explanations for every question.
Comprehensive review of all NPTE content areas organized by exam blueprint.
Set and track personalized study goals with our intelligent progress monitoring system.
Detailed insights into your strengths and weaknesses to optimize your study time.
A systematic method to maximize retention and exam performance.
Study comprehensive content organized by NPTE blueprint using our study guide and flashcards.
Use mnemonics and spaced repetition to commit complex concepts to long-term memory.
Test your knowledge with NPTE-style practice questions and full-length exams.
Analyze your performance, focus on weak areas, and achieve exam readiness.
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