Physical Therapy CE Requirements in Rhode Island (2026)

Rhode Island requires 24 contact hours every 2 years to renew a physical therapist license.

Requirements at a glance

Contact hours
24
Renewal cycle
2 years
Home study cap
None listed

Where this comes from

Not independently verified

Compiled from the board's published rules, but not yet independently verified by our team. Confirm with the board before you rely on it.

RI Gen Laws §5-40. 24 hrs/2yr.

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