Can a Physical Therapist transfer a license to Washington as a military spouse?
Yes. Washington is a member of the Physical Therapy Compact (PT Compact), so a Physical Therapist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in WA without re-applying. Compact privilege is purchased per state where you want to practice. Military spouses moving to a non-member state can use VAEIA 2022 portability.
Your physical therapy licensing board in Washington
The Department of Health expedites processing of health professions credential applications for spouses and registered domestic partners of servicemembers transferring to or stationed in Washington, which covers the physical therapist credential DOH issues.
Official source ↗About the Physical Therapy Compact (PT Compact)
For licensed Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. Compact privilege allows you to practice in any other compact state for as long as your home license is valid.
Official compact site ↗All Physical Therapy member states
34 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.