Ethics Requirements for NJ Physical Therapists
“New Jersey physical therapy licensees must complete a 1.5-credit Jurisprudence Assessment Module offered by one of the sponsors listed on the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners’ website for the jurisprudence portion of the requirement. Licensees can complete any approved NJ ethics course (distance learning or live) of 2.5 credits or more to meet the four-credit jurisprudence and professional ethics requirement. ” – NJ Board of PT FAQs
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Our NJ Ethics Course
Let’s Get Ethical: Ethical Boundaries for PTs/OTs is a 2.5 hour continuing education course approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Board #2110-14. It fulfills and NJ physical therapist or physical therapist assistant’s continuing education ethics requirement. The course is offered either live virtually or on-demand. It is a fantastic way to fulfill your ethics requirement from the comfort of your own home. The course is engaging, interactive, and delves in the common grey situations encountered in physical therapy practice.

Course Objectives
By the end of Let’s Get Ethical: Ethical Boundaries for PTs/OTs, participants will be able to (through guided discussion and case-based learning)
- Identify ethical principles of the code of ethics of both the APTA and AOTA to practice in a more ethical manner, including how these principles apply in everyday New Jersey Physical Therapy practice.
- Analyze the boundaries of ethical principles for physical and occupational therapists to help resolve ethical dilemmas in professional practice, including situations involving communication, documentation, and professional relationships.
- Apply the APTA ethical principles and course methodology to ethically gray situations, as evidenced by answering a case study question using a step-by-step ethical decision-making process.
- Apply the AOTA ethical principles and course methodology to ethically gray situations, as evidenced by answering a case study question using a step-by-step ethical decision-making process.

Course Benefits
Let’s Get Ethical: Ethical Boundaries for PTs/OTs will benefit participants by providing them with a methodology to help resolve ethical dilemmas in physical therapy practice.
The course is engaging and interactive, allowing participants an opportunity to analyze their intuition as well as their logic to make sound decisions in gray situations. Participants also learn how bias, pressure, and workplace culture can influence decisions—so you can respond thoughtfully and consistently when the “right answer” is not obvious. This NJ ethics course is a practical option for anyone searching for a clinically relevant PT ethics course in New Jersey for physical therapists.

Enrollment Information
Click HERE to register for our ethics course and fulfill your licensing requirements with ease.
We offer both an on-demand and live virtual option. All courses require the completion of a posttest and survey in order for participants to receive their approved continuing education certificates. Continuing education certificates are automatically generated following completion of our on-demand ethics course. Continuing education certificates are mailed to participants within 24 hours of completion of the live virtual ethics course. Courses are interactive and require audience participation.
Meeting New Jersey Physical Therapy Ethics Education Requirements.
Discover the state-mandated ethics continuing education for physical therapists and how our specialized course fulfills these essential standards. If you’re looking for a New Jersey Physical Therapy option that is board-approved and focused on real grey clinical situations, this NJ ethics course is designed to help you meet requirements with confidence and fun.
Comprehensive Ethics Course
Our course covers all required ethical principles, ensuring you stay compliant and confident in your professional responsibilities. This PT ethics course emphasizes ethical boundaries, patient-centered care, and practical decision-making you can use immediately in New Jersey physical therapy settings.
Flexible Learning Options
Choose from online or in-person formats designed to fit your busy schedule while meeting New Jersey’s continuing education rules. Whether you prefer live instruction or on-demand flexibility, this NJ ethics course is built to work for busy New Jersey physical therapy professionals in all types of practice settings and with varying levels of experience.
Experienced Instructors
Learn from a seasoned physical therapy professional, Ari Ginsberg, PT, DPT, MSIOP, who brings practical insights to ethics education for real-world application. You’ll get clear takeaways you can apply across outpatient, inpatient, and other New Jersey Physical Therapy practice environments.

Meet New Jersey’s Ethics Standards with Confidence
Discover how fulfilling your ethics continuing education can enhance your practice. Enroll in our accredited course designed specifically for New Jersey physical therapists and assistants, and stay compliant with state requirements. Join Physical Therapy colleagues who choose our NJ ethics course for clear instruction, realistic scenarios, and a practical framework you can reuse long after the course ends.
