Physical Therapists (NPTE) Examination :


The purpose of the physical therapist exam is to assess the competence of an entry-level candidate. The exam is developed and maintained by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).

Format Of The Physical Therapists (NPTE) Examination:


The physical therapist (NPTE) examination is offered in multiple-choice format. It consists of 250 questions covering the following content areas:
Clinical Application of Foundational Sciences:
Cardiac, Vascular & Pulmonary Systems (5)
Musculoskeletal System (6)
Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems (6)
Integumentary System (3)
Other Systems (9)
Examination/ Foundations for Evaluation, Differential Diagnosis, & Prognosis Examination:
Cardiac, Vascular & Pulmonary Systems (4)
Musculoskeletal System (9)
Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems (9)
Integumentary System (3)
Other Systems (1)
Foundations for Evaluation, Differential Diagnosis, & Prognosis:
Cardiac, Vascular & Pulmonary Systems (7)
Musculoskeletal System (10)
Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems (9)
Integumentary System (3)
Other Systems (18)
Interventions/ Equipment & Devices; Therapeutic Modalities Interventions:
Cardiac, Vascular & Pulmonary Systems (7)
Musculoskeletal System (11)
Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems (10)
Integumentary System (5)
Other Systems (4)
Equipment & Devices; Therapeutic Modalities:
Equipment & Devices (10)
Therapeutic Modalities (12)
Safety, Protection, & Professional Roles; Teaching & Learning; Research & Evidence-Based Practice:
Safety, Protection, & Professional Roles (15)
Teaching & Learning (11)
Research & Evidence-Based Practice (13)

Study Guide and Preparation for Physical Therapists (NPTE) Examination


NPTE Exam Study Guide

A Complete NPTE Exam study guide that includes sample questions, test tips and a complete study plan prepared by a team of expert and dedicated researchers. Cost-effective and qualified exam help from a committed exam preparation company.



NPTE Study Guide(printed book)

NPTE Study Guide (ebook access)

NPTE (Flashcards)




How to Prepare for Multiple Choice Questions


Tips and tricks that can help you prepare for multiple choice questions and increase your mark. Prepared by professionals these tricks help you excel in Physical Therapists multiple choice exam.

 How to answer multiple choice

NPTE Multiple Choice Strategies Guide

People viewing this Study Guide

We have 990 guests and no members online