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FSBPT® NPTE-PTANational Physical Therapist Assistant Examination
The National Physical Therapy Examination for Physical Therapist Assistants (NPTE-PTA) is the FSBPT-administered licensure exam required by every US state for entry-level PTA practice. Scored on the same 200-800 scale as the NPTE-PT but with a PTA-scoped content outline.
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Exam facts
Everything you need to know about the FSBPT® NPTE-PTA exam.
- Passing score
- Scaled score of 600 (on a 200-800 scale)
- Format & length
- 180 multiple-choice questions across 4 sections · 4 hours
- Voucher cost
- $485 FSBPT exam fee + $92 Prometric scheduling fee (≈$577 total)
- Prerequisites
- Graduation (or imminent graduation) from a CAPTE-accredited PTA associate-degree program; state licensing board approval to test
- Validity
- Passing score is permanent record; state license renewal on state-specific cycles (typically 2 years)
What’s tested
Key topics on the FSBPT® NPTE-PTA exam.
The Cert Climb question bank is mapped to every domain on the official FSBPT® NPTE-PTA exam blueprint, so what you study is what the test asks.
- Musculoskeletal System
- Neuromuscular & Nervous Systems
- Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Systems
- Integumentary System
- Metabolic & Endocrine Systems
- Gastrointestinal System
- Genitourinary System
- System Interactions
- Equipment & Therapeutic Modalities
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Safety & Protection
- Professional Responsibilities
- Data Collection
- Plan of Care Implementation
Who it’s for
Built for the people taking this exam.
Graduates of CAPTE-accredited associate-degree PTA programs pursuing state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant. The PTA works under the supervision of a licensed PT and cannot perform evaluations or set plans of care.
Why it matters in 2026
The career signal.
Distinct from the NPTE-PT: the PTA exam is the credential for two-year associate-trained assistants, who implement treatment plans set by licensed PTs. PTA is one of the highest-paying associate-degree healthcare roles in the BLS data, and the NPTE-PTA is the only path into the role nationwide.
What you get
Everything you need to actually pass.
Full question bank
1,000 questions covering every objective on the official FSBPT® NPTE-PTA exam blueprint, with detailed explanations on every option — right and wrong.
Quiz modes
Timed exam simulation, missed-only review, topic drills, and a daily question of the day. Practice the way you study best.
Flashcards
Spaced-repetition flashcards generated from each topic. Pull them up on a phone in the gap between meetings.
Progress tracking
See per-topic accuracy and answered counts. Find weak areas before they cost you on test day.
Per-category premium
Unlocking FSBPT® NPTE-PTA unlocks every other Medical exam in the Cert Climb catalog — pay once, stack credentials.
No-fluff explanations
Every wrong answer comes with a 2-3 sentence explanation of why it’s wrong, not just “the correct answer is X.” Pattern recognition is the whole game.
Read while you study
FSBPT® NPTE-PTA articles & study guides
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about FSBPT® NPTE-PTA
How many questions does the FSBPT® NPTE-PTA bank have?
1,000 questions, organized into 14 subject areas mapped to the official exam objectives.
Is the free trial really free?
Yes. 30 questions, no credit card, no email-trap, no “activate by Friday or pay” spam. You either upgrade because the bank’s good, or you don’t.
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Premium is sold per category and unlocks every Medical exam in the Cert Climb catalog. Plans are 1-month, 3-month, or 12-month — see the upgrade modal for current pricing.
How current is the FSBPT® NPTE-PTA content?
We track exam version updates and refresh the bank within weeks of new objectives. Where the version of an exam matters (e.g. CompTIA SY0-701 vs. SY0-601), question explanations call it out.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes. Cancellation is one click from your profile. Your access continues through the end of the period you’ve already paid for.
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