Florida Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Practice Exam

What is a method by which an inactive licensee can receive an active license without completing continuing education requirements?

1. Taking and passing the national examination

2. Completing a state-specific education program

3. Participating in volunteer clinical work

4. Obtaining a temporary work permit

The correct answer is: Taking and passing the national examination

An inactive licensee can receive an active license without completing continuing education requirements by taking and passing the national examination. This method provides a pathway for individuals who have not maintained their continuing education credits to demonstrate their knowledge and competence in the field by successfully passing a standardized national examination, which assesses their understanding of essential physical therapy concepts and practices. This approach is particularly relevant in states like Florida, where the licensing board recognizes that passing a comprehensive exam can serve as an adequate measure of current competency, thus allowing the individual to reactivate their license without needing to fulfill the continuing education mandate that typically applies to active license holders. Other options such as completing a state-specific education program or participating in volunteer clinical work do not offer a direct pathway to reactivating the license without meeting educational requirements. Similarly, obtaining a temporary work permit typically does not equate to full licensure and may have other conditions and requirements that must be fulfilled.