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The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties coordinates and oversees the specialist certification process as the governing body for certification and recertification of clinical specialists. This board is composed of eleven individuals: board-certified physical therapists from eight different specialty areas; one physical therapist member of the APTA Board of Directors; one individual with

expertise in test development, evaluation, and education; and one nonphysical therapist representing the public. The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) fan page provides a place for specialists to network and share accomplishments and information related to becoming a board certified specialist.

05/25/2026

We hope this long weekend was the time needed to catch up on rest as well as catch up on the Knowledge Review; which is due 6/30/2026

04/22/2026

Physical Therapy Community — We Need You at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games!

To view more details, please log in using your APTA ID and password.

Some opportunities in APTA Engage are open to non-members, while others require active membership.

Signup Deadline: 06-26-2026
Starts: 04-23-2026
Ends: 06-27-2026

Location: University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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More than 3,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities will arrive in Minneapolis June 19–26, 2026 to compete in 16 sports at the Special Olympics USA Games. To help these athletes perform at their best, we’re calling on PTs, PTAs, students, colleagues, friends, and family to join us as volunteers.

Why Volunteer
You’ll provide essential support to an underserved population, gain hands on experience, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and help create an empowering, inclusive Games experience for every athlete.

Volunteer Opportunities
Healthy Athletes Program Provide screenings in FUNfitness and Fit Feet, helping athletes move with confidence and reduce injury risk. These roles are open to PTs/PTAs licensed in any state, as well as students.

Sideline Medical Care & Performance & Recovery Stations Support athletes before and after competition with hands on care, education, and recovery strategies. You’ll work alongside nutritionists and other professionals in a holistic, athlete centered environment. These roles are for clinicians licensed in Minnesota.

Administrative Roles Non clinical volunteer opportunities are available across all program areas.

Sign up to volunteer here: https://2026specialolympicsusagames.org/get-involved/volunteer/open-roles .

If you’re passionate about inclusion, movement, and empowering athletes, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. Join us in Minneapolis — sign up today!

Questions? Email Sarah at [email protected]

Volunteers Needed:
300 (300 open slots)

Experience Required:
No experience

Come to the Pavillion at the Exhibit Hall to meet staff, grab freebies, and enter a raffle!
02/13/2026

Come to the Pavillion at the Exhibit Hall to meet staff, grab freebies, and enter a raffle!

Meryl Cohen visits us at the ABPTS booth yesterday at the Pavillon! Who will visit us today? Come by and say Hi!
02/13/2026

Meryl Cohen visits us at the ABPTS booth yesterday at the Pavillon! Who will visit us today? Come by and say Hi!

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Lucinda “Cindy” A. Pfalzer, a respected leader within APTA Mich...
12/18/2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Lucinda “Cindy” A. Pfalzer, a respected leader within APTA Michigan, APTA Oncology and the physical therapy profession.

Dr. Pfalzer’s legacy of leadership, scholarship and mentorship helped shape oncology rehabilitation and influenced generations of clinicians and educators. Her impact on our profession will endure.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, colleagues and all who were fortunate to know her.

12/16/2025

We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone to the ABPTS Recognition Ceremony at CSM on Friday, February 13, from 4:00–5:00 pm at the Anaheim Convention Center.

We also hope you’ll join us later that evening for the ABPTS Specialist Certification Recognition Reception from 8:00–9:30 pm at the Anaheim Convention Center as we continue celebrating our specialist community.

More details to come. We can't wait to see you in Anaheim!

11/25/2025

We need your help—please share this video to raise awareness about the Department of Education’s proposed definition change that would exclude physical therapy and other health professions from being recognized as professional degrees, and to help protect our workforce, students and the profession.

You can take action now—contact your members of Congress through the APTA Patient Action Center: https://www.votervoice.net/mobile/APTA/Campaigns/131766/Respond

We were saddened to learn of the passing of Rod Schlegel, PT, DSc (Hon), ECS earlier this year. Rod made a meaningful im...
10/20/2025

We were saddened to learn of the passing of Rod Schlegel, PT, DSc (Hon), ECS earlier this year. Rod made a meaningful impact on the profession and was an early champion of advancing Clinical Electrophysiology specialization to better care for our communities. We extend our deepest condolences to his loved ones and thank him for all of his efforts and selfless engagement in elevating the profession to a higher standard of care.

Rod Schlegel, PT, DSc (Hon), ECS

April 21, 1939 - June 16, 2025

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SAVE THE DATE: We invite you to mark your calendar for the APTA Specialty and Proficiency Ceremony to recognize newly ce...
10/02/2025

SAVE THE DATE: We invite you to mark your calendar for the APTA Specialty and Proficiency Ceremony to recognize newly certified and recertified clinical specialists and with recipients of the PTA Proficiency Pathway Program.

Friday, February 13, 2026
4 - 5 p.m.
Anaheim Convention Center

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