Nebraska Physical Therapist License Renewal

ByAllied License Guide Editorial Team

Editorial Note: This page is editorially reviewed by an ARDMS-credentialed sonographer as part of AlliedLicenseGuide.com’s allied health licensing database. Primary sources: Nebraska DHHS Physical Therapy Licensure Page; Nebraska PT Continuing Competency Requirements (PDF); Nebraska PT Renewal Application (PDF).

Who This Guide Is For

  • Nebraska-licensed physical therapists approaching a November 1 biennial renewal deadline.
  • PTs tracking the 20-hour CE requirement and the CE category limits specific to Nebraska.
  • Nebraska-domiciled PT Compact home-state licensees who need to maintain an active Nebraska license to preserve compact privileges in other states.

At a Glance: Nebraska PT License Renewal

Renewal Cycle Biennial — license expires November 1 of each odd-numbered year
Renewal Fee $133 (active status); $0 active-military; $0 inactive status
Late / Reinstatement License expires if not renewed by November 1; reinstatement required; confirm reinstatement fee directly with Board
Grace Period Not identified in sources reviewed — license expires November 1 if not renewed; contact Board to confirm any reinstatement window
CE Requirement 20 contact hours per biennial period
Mandatory CE Topics None specified
Renewal Method Online at nebraska.mylicense.com (MasterCard or Visa required); mail also available
Renewal Contact (402) 471-2299 | DHHS.RehabOffice@nebraska.gov

Renewal Overview

Nebraska PT licenses expire on November 1 of each odd-numbered year, making the renewal cycle biennial. The renewal window opens in advance of that deadline, and licensees may renew online at nebraska.mylicense.com using their license number, Social Security Number, and a credit or debit card with a MasterCard or Visa logo. Paper renewal by mail is also available using a check or money order — electronic payments are not accepted for paper renewals.

There is no grace period identified in the reviewed sources. The renewal application must be postmarked on or before November 1 to avoid expiration. Once a license expires, reinstatement is required before practice can resume. Practicing physical therapy in Nebraska prior to issuance of a credential — including after expiration without reinstatement — may subject the licensee to an administrative penalty of $10 per day up to $1,000 under the Uniform Credentialing Act. Nebraska no longer mails renewed license cards — licensees must print their renewed wallet card at dhhs.ne.gov/lookup.

Inactive status and active-military status are available at no fee, with no CE requirement. Licensees choosing inactive status cannot practice in Nebraska.

Continuing Education Requirements

Nebraska requires 20 contact hours of acceptable continuing education per biennial renewal period. The Board does not preapprove CE providers or programs. CE must relate to physical therapy and may focus on research, treatment, documentation, management, or education. One hour of attendance equals one CE credit; breaks and meals do not count.

Specific activity types are accepted with the following category limits per 24-month renewal period:

  • Home study: Maximum 10 hours — must include a testing mechanism
  • Webinars: Maximum 10 hours — must have a sponsoring group; attendance cannot be self-monitored
  • Management courses: Maximum 4 hours
  • Scientific review of research papers (published in a recognized database): 1 hour per article; maximum 5 hours
  • Publications (articles, textbooks, poster presentations, home study course authorship): Maximum 10 hours
  • Clinical supervision of PT students (APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor required; full-time clinical experience): 1 hour per 160 contact hours of supervision; maximum 8 hours
  • Presentations: 1 hour per hour of presentation; initial presentation only; maximum 4 hours

Several activities have specific fixed credit values:

  • NE JAM (Nebraska Jurisprudence Assessment Module): 5 CE hours for passing with a scaled score of 600 or higher — not a free exam
  • Nebraska Law Tutorial: 1 CE hour for passing with a 100% score — free exam available at the link on the CE requirements page
  • CPR (Healthcare Provider): 2 CE hours for a current certificate
  • CSCS Certification (initial, from NSCA): 4 CE hours
  • APTA-approved residency or fellowship: 1 CE hour per month of participation

Licensees who were first licensed after November 1, 2023 (for a 2025 renewal cycle) are not required to complete CE for their first renewal.

How to Renew

  1. Complete 20 CE hours during the biennial period ending November 1 of the odd-numbered renewal year. Keep documentation (certificates of attendance, transcripts, or other evidence) for each CE activity.
  2. Report any convictions or other-state disciplinary actions that occurred since your last renewal. These must be reported to DHHS within 30 days of occurrence — renewal is the backup mechanism, not the primary reporting window.
  3. Renew online at nebraska.mylicense.com before November 1, using your license number, SSN, and a MasterCard or Visa credit or debit card. Online renewal is the fastest method.
  4. Alternatively, complete the paper renewal form and mail it with a check or money order payable to DHHS Licensure Unit, PO Box 94986, Lincoln NE 68509-4986. Application must be postmarked on or before November 1.
  5. Pay the $133 renewal fee (active status). Active-military and inactive status renewals are $0 with no CE requirement.
  6. Attest to CE completion on the renewal form.
  7. Print your renewed license card at dhhs.ne.gov/lookup — DHHS no longer mails renewed license cards.

PT Compact Renewal Implications

For Nebraska-domiciled PTs who hold compact privileges in other member states, maintaining an active Nebraska license and remaining PT Compact eligible is required to preserve those privileges. Nebraska-domiciled licensees should ensure their Nebraska license is renewed before November 1 to avoid disruption to compact privileges in remote states.

For PTs practicing in Nebraska under a compact privilege from another home state, renewal obligations follow the home state’s license cycle and CE requirements — not Nebraska’s November 1 biennial deadline. Nebraska practice law and Board disciplinary authority apply to all PTs practicing in the state regardless of licensure or compact status.

Practical Notes: Nebraska’s online renewal requires specifically a MasterCard or Visa logo on your credit or debit card — other card networks may not be accepted. If you’re renewing by mail, electronic payments are not available for paper submissions. The NE JAM jurisprudence exam (5 CE hours) is a useful CE option if you’re short on hours near renewal — but plan for it since it’s not free and requires scheduling through FSBPT. The Nebraska Law Tutorial (free, 1 CE hour) is a quick option for a single hour if needed. Neither the Nebraska Law Tutorial nor any jurisprudence activity is required for renewal — they’re optional CE activities.

Editorial note: The specific late reinstatement fee amount was not confirmed from the primary renewal application PDF reviewed. The renewal PDF states that an expired license requires reinstatement but does not specify a dollar amount. Confirm the current reinstatement fee directly with the Board at (402) 471-2299 before planning for a late renewal.

Relevant Statutes

Related Pages

Frequently Asked Questions

When does a Nebraska PT license expire?
Nebraska PT licenses expire on November 1 of each odd-numbered year — a biennial cycle with a fixed calendar date rather than a birthday-based expiration. The renewal application must be postmarked on or before November 1 to avoid expiration. Source: DHHS PT page; PT Renewal Application PDF

How many CE hours does Nebraska require for PT renewal?
Nebraska requires 20 contact hours of acceptable continuing education per biennial renewal period. The Board does not preapprove CE providers. Category limits apply to home study (max 10 hrs), webinars (max 10 hrs), management courses (max 4 hrs), scientific review (max 5 hrs), publications (max 10 hrs), clinical supervision (max 8 hrs), and presentations (max 4 hrs). First-time renewees may be exempt from CE. Source: Nebraska PT Continuing Competency Requirements (PDF)

What happens if I miss my Nebraska PT renewal deadline?
A grace period was not identified in the primary sources reviewed. If the renewal application is not postmarked by November 1, the license expires and reinstatement is required before practice can resume. Practicing physical therapy in Nebraska without an active credential may subject the licensee to an administrative penalty of $10 per day up to $1,000 under the Uniform Credentialing Act. Confirm any reinstatement window and applicable fees directly with the Board. Source: Nebraska PT Renewal Application PDF; Application PDF Section F

Can I renew my Nebraska PT license online?
Yes. Online renewal is available at nebraska.mylicense.com. You will need your license number, Social Security Number, and a credit or debit card with a MasterCard or Visa logo. Paper renewal by mail is also available using a check or money order — electronic payments are not accepted for paper submissions. Source: Nebraska PT Renewal Application PDF

Does Nebraska limit how many CE hours I can earn from online or self-study courses?
Yes. Home study is capped at 10 hours per 24-month renewal period and must include a testing mechanism. Webinars are also capped at 10 hours and must have a sponsoring group — self-monitored attendance is not accepted. No other category-specific caps apply to online formats beyond these two. Source: Nebraska PT Continuing Competency Requirements (PDF) — Items 3 and 5

How does Nebraska PT renewal affect PT Compact privileges?
Nebraska-domiciled PTs must maintain an active Nebraska license and remain PT Compact eligible to preserve compact privileges in other member states. Nebraska-domiciled licensees should renew their Nebraska license before November 1 to avoid disruption to compact privileges in remote states. PTs practicing in Nebraska on a compact privilege from another home state follow their home state’s renewal requirements. Source: DHHS PT page — Compact Information section

This page is provided for informational purposes as part of AlliedLicenseGuide.com’s licensing reference database and does not constitute legal advice. Licensing requirements change; always confirm current requirements directly with the Nebraska DHHS Licensure Unit before renewing.

Change Log

2026-07-03: Page created. Sourced from Nebraska DHHS PT page, PT CE Requirements PDF, and PT Renewal Application PDF — independently fetched and Drive-archived on verification date. Reinstatement fee ($35 cited by Gemini) not confirmed from primary renewal PDF — flagged for Board confirmation.

2026-07-03: Editorial review pass — tightened $10/day penalty language to accurately reflect that penalty applies to practicing without a credential (not automatically to missed renewal); removed “no grace period” claim (not confirmed from primary sources); updated grace period metadata to “not identified in sources reviewed”; tightened compact renewal implications language to “active license and PT Compact eligible”; updated FAQ accordingly.

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