Physical Therapy CE Requirements in California (2026)
California requires 30 contact hours every 2 years to renew a physical therapist license.
Requirements at a glance
- Contact hours
- 30
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Home study cap
- None listed
Mandated topics
Part of your 30 hours must cover these specific subjects.
| Topic | Hours |
|---|---|
| Ethics | 2 |
Where this comes from
Verified April 2026
We checked these figures against the board's published rules on this date.
CA uses "continuing competency" terminology
Check the official Physical Therapy Board of California rules →Requirements change. ConEdReview is a starting point, not the authority — always confirm with the board before you rely on this for a renewal.
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Topics California specifically requires
These hours can't be satisfied with any course — they have to cover the named subject, and we don't stock them yet.
No course in our catalog covers this yet. Know one? Add it — it's the hardest requirement for PTs to find.
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Most states accept any course relevant to physical therapy practice from a recognized provider, without approving each course in advance. We haven't independently confirmed approval for these specific courses in California — check the provider's approval statement, or the board, before you count on one.
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