Is there a grace period for Rhode Island physical therapist license renewal?

No grace period is specified in the available data — verify with the licensing board before relying on one.

Rhode Island Physical Therapist license renewal deadline

When physical therapist licenses come due in Rhode Island, sourced from the official board.

March 31Verify with board

Every 2 years of even-numbered years

Board wording: Renew by March 31 of even-numbered years; licenses expire May 1 of even-numbered years (216-RICR-40-05-13 13.4.5).

Deadline type

Fixed calendar date

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Reporting

Attest to completion at renewal; retain documentation for at least 4 years; subject to random Department audit.

Official source: Rhode Island Department of Health - Board of Physical Therapy

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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