Federal Register #2026-09432

Request for Public Comments on Physical Therapy Education Accrediting Agency Review

This notice from the U.S. Department of Education seeks public input on the review of an accrediting agency: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Education - Office of Postsecondary Education - OEMs and Vendors: - Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice is a request for written third-party comments regarding CAPTE's performance and compliance - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Public comments are sought as part of the agency's recognition review by the Secretary of Education - CAPTE accredits physical therapist education programs at the master's, doctoral, and associate degree levels, including distance education - The review is part of the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity's process - No contract, purchase, or service delivery is involved; this is solely a request for information and public comment

Description

This notice invites written third-party comments from the public regarding an accrediting agency currently undergoing review for recognition by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The agency under review is the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, which accredits physical therapist education programs at the masters or doctoral level and physical therapist assistant programs at the associate degree level, including those offered via distance education. Comments must be submitted within 14 days of the notice's publication. The review is part of the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity's 2026 meetings.

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