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Welcome to the FCCPT website!


FCCPT: The only agency recognized by all 53 U.S. licensure agencies.

The FCCPT is a non-profit organization created to assist the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and U.S. jurisdiction licensing authorities by evaluating the credentials of foreign educated physical therapists (FEPTs).

The Website has been organized to help you move through a systematic process to best identify and understand your needs.

Important Announcements


NOTICE: Due to recent submission of fraudulent documents related to Indira Gandhi National Open University, All documents arriving from this school will be sent for verification. We are sorry for the inconvenience to those of you who would not attempt to submit falsified documents.

NOTICE: FCCPT does not accept coursework taken through COMMIT.
This is not a degree granting institution; Do not submit any transcripts that reflect COMMIT coursework or exams.

Type I and Educational Credentials reviews are being completed as quickly as possible.
These are being completed within 8 working weeks.

Applicants should verify that all educational institutions are listed on the checklist in “View Progress” as this list determines when a review is to begin. Once the review has begun, NO new documents will be included in the review, and the applicant will be responsible for a re-eval fee, unless the applicant submits a request to stop the review and restart with the additional documents.

Changes in PLAN services
Once a PLAN advisor has sent out notice with options for supplemental coursework applicant has 6 months to return their completed worksheet. After 6 months the applicant would need to apply for PLAN incremental for additional assistance.

General Information is designed to assist with:

  • “Steps to Get Started” in attempting to come to the United States.
  • A “decision matrix” to help choose a Primary Service.

Ready to Apply:

  • For the individual who knows what service they need.

Find my file:

  • Helps to view the progress of an ongoing service.
  • Request related services.

Returning Applicants:

  • Has a previously completed service and needs something new!
  • Welcome back!

Other stakeholders may find specific help to questions in their sections.


Services


Comprehensive Credentials Evaluation (Type I Certificate)
Uses: USCIS Healthcare worker Certificate, Licensure, CMS certification, educational admissions

Visa Screen (Type II Certificate)
Uses: USCIS only, applications were suspended Sept. 1, 2009

Educational Credentials Review
Uses: Licensure, Educational admissions, CMS certification.

New York Verification Process
Uses: Required for application for NY licensure.

Physical Therapist Assistant – Educational Equivalency Review
Uses: CMS certification, Licensure in some jurisdictions.

Planned Learning and Assistance Network (PLAN)
A related service to assist applicants who find they have deficiencies in educational requirements.

The FCCPT does not discriminate among applicants as to age, sex, race, religion, national origin,
disability or marital status. A statement of nondiscrimination will be posted on the FCCPT
website’s evaluation procedures and renewal certification sections.

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