The American Physical Therapy Association recognizes the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE) as the agency for the accreditation of physical therapy residency and fellowship education programs.

• Board Roster

  The ABPTRFE Board determines the standards with which a residency or fellowship education program must comply to be accredited.

• Candidacy Review Council

  This council is responsible for completing comprehensive reviews of programs seeking candidacy status.

• Onsite Team

  This team is responsible for conducting onsite visits.

• Standards Committee

  This committee is responsible for annually reviewing suggestions received by internal and external stakeholders on the adequacy of implemented policies, procedures, and standards.

• ABPTRFE Staff

  ABPTRFE staff provide administrative support to the board.