HB 1360 - DIGEST

     Provides that the board shall waive the examination and grant a license to a person who is practicing as a physical therapist assistant in this state on the effective date of this act, if the board determines that the person meets commonly accepted standards for practicing as a physical therapist assistant, as established by rule.  Persons eligible for licensure as a physical therapist assistant under this act shall apply for a license under RCW 18.74.040 before December 1, 2001.

     Provides that an applicant for a license as a physical therapist assistant shall have the following minimum qualifications:

     (1) Be of good moral character;

     (2) Be a graduate of a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by an agency approved by the board; and

     (3) Have successfully passed the national examination approved by the board.