A. The following persons are exempt from licensure as physical therapists under the Physical Therapy Act:
(1) a person who is pursuing a course of study leading to a degree as a physical therapist in an entry-level education program approved by the board and is satisfying supervised clinical education requirements related to his physical therapy education; and
(2) a physical therapist practicing in the United States armed services, United States public health service or veterans administration as based on requirements under federal regulations for state licensure of health care providers.
B. Nothing in the Physical Therapy Act shall be construed as restricting persons licensed under any other law of this state from engaging in the profession or practice for which they are licensed.
History: Laws 1997, ch. 89, § 11.
Delayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-12D-17 NMSA 1978.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses
Article 12D - Physical Therapy
Section 61-12D-1 - Short title. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-2 - Legislative purpose. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-3 - Definitions. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-4 - Board created. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-5 - Powers and duties. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-6 - Board fund; created. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-7 - Fees. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-9 - Use of titles; restrictions. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-10 - Licensure; qualifications. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-11 - Exemptions. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-12 - Supervision. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-13 - Grounds for disciplinary action. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-14 - Consumer protection. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-15 - Disciplinary actions; penalties. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)
Section 61-12D-17 - Termination of agency life; delayed repeal. (Repealed effective July 1, 2028.)