Jurisprudence for Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice (2026)
Presented by Aimee E. Perron
Nonfinancial: Aimee E. Perron is a delegate and board member for the APTA of Massachusetts. She has no competing nonfinancial interests or relationships with regard to the content presented in this course.
All physical therapists and physical therapist assistants in the state of Wisconsin are required to take ethics and jurisprudence as part of their licensing renewal. This course provides a detailed look at the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act, including a review of licensing requirements to ensure you practice in compliance with the state’s mandates. PTs and PTAs who embrace a culture of knowing their practice act and code of ethics can create a culture where problems are prevented and risk is mitigated. Additionally, this course will provide information and case-based examples to help improve your PT practice through better understanding of the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between laws, rules/regulations, and policies that apply to PTs and PTAs licensed in Wisconsin
- Differentiate between morals and ethics that apply to PT and PTA practice
- Recognize the key elements of the Wisconsin Practice Act in order to locate and select appropriate segments for application
- Interpret a difficult situation to determine the best course of action using the Code of Ethics and Guide for Professional Conduct
Meet your instructor
Aimee E. Perron
Aimee E. Perron is currently an assistant professor and associate director of clinical education at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. She earned her MS in physical therapy from Boston University and her DPT from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. She has more than 27 years of…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Overview of Laws, Rules and Regulations, and Policies
This chapter will explore the distinctions between three elements that shape the legal landscape of physical therapy licensure and practice. An overview of the laws, rules and regulations, and policies that govern physical therapy practice will be reviewed.
2. Wisconsin Physical Therapy Examining Board Administrative Code: Licensure
This chapter will review the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act as it relates to licensure requirements.
3. Wisconsin Physical Therapy Examining Board Administrative Code: Practice Responsibilities
This chapter will review the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act as it relates to the overall role and responsibilities of the physical therapist and the rules and regulations surrounding referrals. This chapter will also review the supervision responsibilities of the physical therapist assistant, the role of the physical therapist assistant, and the supervision responsibilities of unlicensed personnel and students.
4. Wisconsin Physical Therapy Examining Board Administrative Code: Professional Development and Continuing Education Requirements
This chapter will review the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act as it relates to the required continuing education requirements for each renewal period.
5. Wisconsin Physical Therapy Practice Act: Ethics in Practice
This chapter will review the topics of professional accountability, ethical behavior, and professional boundaries by presenting and examining case-based examples. Additionally, the presenter will discuss the specific Wisconsin rules and regulations around unprofessional conduct.
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