OHIO PHYSICAL THERAPY
JURISPRUDENCE EXAMINATION (OH JAM)
2026/2027
Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board
Comprehensive Legal Competency Assessment for Physical Therapy Licensure
Official Question Count: 50 Multiple-Choice Questions
Testing Time: 90 Minutes | Passing Score: 80% (40/50)
Format: Online, On-Demand via FSBPT JAM Portal (96-hour completion window)
Retake Policy: Unlimited Attempts | $48 Fee per Attempt
Administered by: Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)
Core Domains Assessed:
Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act (O.R.C. Chapter 4755)
Licensure & Credentialing
Supervision & Delegation Standards
Patient Care Management & Documentation
Consumer Protection & Ethics
Disciplinary Processes & Enforcement
Compact Privilege & Multistate Practice
Business Operations & Compliance
, Abstract
This document presents the complete Ohio Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Assessment Module
(OH JAM) for the 2026/2027 cycle, comprising 50 multiple-choice questions aligned with the
standardized competency assessment administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
(FSBPT) on behalf of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. The
examination evaluates proficiency in state-specific legal and ethical principles essential for physical
therapy licensure and renewal in Ohio. The core domains assessed include: the Ohio Physical Therapy
Practice Act (O.R.C. Chapter 4755), including definitions, scope of practice, and prohibited acts; licensure
and credentialing requirements, including initial licensure, endorsement, temporary permits, and
reinstatement; supervision and delegation standards governing PT-PTA relationships; patient care
management and documentation protocols, including telehealth requirements and record retention;
consumer protection and ethics, including informed consent, fee-splitting prohibitions, and mandatory
reporting; disciplinary processes and enforcement mechanisms; Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
provisions; and business operations compliance. Each question is accompanied by a detailed rationale
grounded in Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, and Ohio OTPTAT Board policy. The
examination requires a passing score of 80% (40/50 correct) for OH JAM certification eligibility, with
unlimited retake attempts permitted.
Keywords: Ohio JAM; Physical Therapy Jurisprudence; O.R.C. Chapter 4755; OTPTAT Board; PTA
Supervision; Informed Consent; Fee Splitting; PT Compact; Mandatory Reporting
1. Introduction
The Ohio Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Assessment Module (OH JAM) represents the state-
specific legal competency examination required for physical therapy licensure and renewal in Ohio.
Administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) on behalf of the Ohio
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board, the OH JAM ensures that licensees
possess current knowledge of Ohio statutes, rules, and regulatory standards governing physical therapy
practice. The 2026/2027 edition reflects updates to the Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act, supervision
rules, telehealth regulations, and Compact provisions, ensuring alignment with current legal
requirements.
The examination consists of 50 multiple-choice questions distributed across critical domains:
Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act definitions and scope of practice (Q1–10), Licensure and Credentialing
(Q11–20), Supervision and Delegation Standards (Q21–28), Patient Care Management and
Documentation (Q29–35), Consumer Protection and Ethics (Q36–42), Disciplinary Processes and
Enforcement (Q43–46), Compact Privilege and Multistate Practice (Q47–48), and Business Operations
and Scenario-Based Application (Q49–50). A passing score of 80% (40/50) is required, with unlimited
retake attempts permitted upon re-registration and fee payment.
Each question includes a detailed rationale in italics that provides evidence-based justification
grounded in the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, and Ohio OTPTAT Board policy. The
rationales reinforce correct understanding of Ohio physical therapy law and clarify why each distractor
option is incorrect, supporting comprehensive learning and exam preparation for professional practice in
the state of Ohio.
2. Examination Instructions
• This examination contains 50 multiple-choice questions. Select the single best answer for each question.
• Total testing time is 90 minutes. Pace yourself accordingly (approximately 1.8 minutes per question).
• The passing score is 80% (40/50 correct answers) for OH JAM certification eligibility.
• The exam is online and on-demand via the FSBPT JAM portal. You must complete the exam within 96
hours of registration.
, • Questions are distributed across Ohio PT law domains: Practice Act (Q1–10), Licensure (Q11–20),
Supervision (Q21–28), Patient Care/Documentation (Q29–35), Ethics (Q36–42), Discipline (Q43–46),
Compact (Q47–48), Business/Scenarios (Q49–50).
• Correct answers are presented in bold green. Detailed rationales in italics follow each question.
• Unlimited retake attempts are permitted; re-registration and $48 fee required per attempt.
• No external materials, notes, or electronic devices are permitted during the proctored examination.
3. Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act & Definitions
Q1. Under O.R.C. Chapter 4755, which of the following is the most accurate definition of
"physical therapy" as practiced in Ohio?
A. The surgical correction of musculoskeletal deformities by a licensed practitioner
B. The evaluation, examination, and treatment of individuals through the use of physical measures,
therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitative procedures, without the use of operative, pharmacological, or
invasive procedures
C. The prescription of prescription medications for the management of pain and inflammation
D. The diagnosis of disease through laboratory testing and radiological imaging
Correct Answer: B. The evaluation, examination, and treatment of individuals through the
use of physical measures, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitative procedures, without the
use of operative, pharmacological, or invasive procedures
Rationale: O.R.C. § 4755.40 defines physical therapy as the evaluation, examination, and treatment of
individuals using physical measures, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitative procedures. Physical
therapists in Ohio may not perform surgical procedures, prescribe medications, or diagnose disease
through laboratory or radiological means. The statute explicitly excludes operative, pharmacological,
and invasive procedures from the scope of physical therapy practice, establishing clear boundaries
between physical therapy and the practice of medicine or surgery.
Q2. According to Ohio law, which of the following acts is expressly prohibited for a physical
therapist?
A. Performing therapeutic exercises with a patient under a physician’s plan of care
B. Using spinal manipulation or joint mobilization techniques within the scope of physical therapy
practice
C. Making an independent medical diagnosis of a patient’s disease or illness
D. Providing patient education regarding home exercise programs
Correct Answer: C. Making an independent medical diagnosis of a patient’s disease or
illness
Rationale: Under O.R.C. Chapter 4755, physical therapists are prohibited from making an independent
medical diagnosis of disease or illness. While PTs perform evaluations and identify physical
impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities within their scope, diagnosing medical conditions
falls within the practice of medicine. Therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques (including joint
mobilization), and patient education are all within the lawful scope of physical therapy practice when
performed in accordance with the Practice Act.
Q3. Under the Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act, what is the continuing education
requirement for license renewal per biennial cycle?
A. 12 hours per cycle with no specific topic requirements
B. 24 hours per cycle, including at least 1 hour in ethics and/or jurisprudence
C. 36 hours per cycle, including 3 hours in ethics and 2 hours in cultural competency
D. 20 hours per cycle with all hours in clinical practice topics
JURISPRUDENCE EXAMINATION (OH JAM)
2026/2027
Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board
Comprehensive Legal Competency Assessment for Physical Therapy Licensure
Official Question Count: 50 Multiple-Choice Questions
Testing Time: 90 Minutes | Passing Score: 80% (40/50)
Format: Online, On-Demand via FSBPT JAM Portal (96-hour completion window)
Retake Policy: Unlimited Attempts | $48 Fee per Attempt
Administered by: Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)
Core Domains Assessed:
Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act (O.R.C. Chapter 4755)
Licensure & Credentialing
Supervision & Delegation Standards
Patient Care Management & Documentation
Consumer Protection & Ethics
Disciplinary Processes & Enforcement
Compact Privilege & Multistate Practice
Business Operations & Compliance
, Abstract
This document presents the complete Ohio Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Assessment Module
(OH JAM) for the 2026/2027 cycle, comprising 50 multiple-choice questions aligned with the
standardized competency assessment administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
(FSBPT) on behalf of the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board. The
examination evaluates proficiency in state-specific legal and ethical principles essential for physical
therapy licensure and renewal in Ohio. The core domains assessed include: the Ohio Physical Therapy
Practice Act (O.R.C. Chapter 4755), including definitions, scope of practice, and prohibited acts; licensure
and credentialing requirements, including initial licensure, endorsement, temporary permits, and
reinstatement; supervision and delegation standards governing PT-PTA relationships; patient care
management and documentation protocols, including telehealth requirements and record retention;
consumer protection and ethics, including informed consent, fee-splitting prohibitions, and mandatory
reporting; disciplinary processes and enforcement mechanisms; Physical Therapy Licensure Compact
provisions; and business operations compliance. Each question is accompanied by a detailed rationale
grounded in Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, and Ohio OTPTAT Board policy. The
examination requires a passing score of 80% (40/50 correct) for OH JAM certification eligibility, with
unlimited retake attempts permitted.
Keywords: Ohio JAM; Physical Therapy Jurisprudence; O.R.C. Chapter 4755; OTPTAT Board; PTA
Supervision; Informed Consent; Fee Splitting; PT Compact; Mandatory Reporting
1. Introduction
The Ohio Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Assessment Module (OH JAM) represents the state-
specific legal competency examination required for physical therapy licensure and renewal in Ohio.
Administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) on behalf of the Ohio
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board, the OH JAM ensures that licensees
possess current knowledge of Ohio statutes, rules, and regulatory standards governing physical therapy
practice. The 2026/2027 edition reflects updates to the Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act, supervision
rules, telehealth regulations, and Compact provisions, ensuring alignment with current legal
requirements.
The examination consists of 50 multiple-choice questions distributed across critical domains:
Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act definitions and scope of practice (Q1–10), Licensure and Credentialing
(Q11–20), Supervision and Delegation Standards (Q21–28), Patient Care Management and
Documentation (Q29–35), Consumer Protection and Ethics (Q36–42), Disciplinary Processes and
Enforcement (Q43–46), Compact Privilege and Multistate Practice (Q47–48), and Business Operations
and Scenario-Based Application (Q49–50). A passing score of 80% (40/50) is required, with unlimited
retake attempts permitted upon re-registration and fee payment.
Each question includes a detailed rationale in italics that provides evidence-based justification
grounded in the Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code, and Ohio OTPTAT Board policy. The
rationales reinforce correct understanding of Ohio physical therapy law and clarify why each distractor
option is incorrect, supporting comprehensive learning and exam preparation for professional practice in
the state of Ohio.
2. Examination Instructions
• This examination contains 50 multiple-choice questions. Select the single best answer for each question.
• Total testing time is 90 minutes. Pace yourself accordingly (approximately 1.8 minutes per question).
• The passing score is 80% (40/50 correct answers) for OH JAM certification eligibility.
• The exam is online and on-demand via the FSBPT JAM portal. You must complete the exam within 96
hours of registration.
, • Questions are distributed across Ohio PT law domains: Practice Act (Q1–10), Licensure (Q11–20),
Supervision (Q21–28), Patient Care/Documentation (Q29–35), Ethics (Q36–42), Discipline (Q43–46),
Compact (Q47–48), Business/Scenarios (Q49–50).
• Correct answers are presented in bold green. Detailed rationales in italics follow each question.
• Unlimited retake attempts are permitted; re-registration and $48 fee required per attempt.
• No external materials, notes, or electronic devices are permitted during the proctored examination.
3. Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act & Definitions
Q1. Under O.R.C. Chapter 4755, which of the following is the most accurate definition of
"physical therapy" as practiced in Ohio?
A. The surgical correction of musculoskeletal deformities by a licensed practitioner
B. The evaluation, examination, and treatment of individuals through the use of physical measures,
therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitative procedures, without the use of operative, pharmacological, or
invasive procedures
C. The prescription of prescription medications for the management of pain and inflammation
D. The diagnosis of disease through laboratory testing and radiological imaging
Correct Answer: B. The evaluation, examination, and treatment of individuals through the
use of physical measures, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitative procedures, without the
use of operative, pharmacological, or invasive procedures
Rationale: O.R.C. § 4755.40 defines physical therapy as the evaluation, examination, and treatment of
individuals using physical measures, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitative procedures. Physical
therapists in Ohio may not perform surgical procedures, prescribe medications, or diagnose disease
through laboratory or radiological means. The statute explicitly excludes operative, pharmacological,
and invasive procedures from the scope of physical therapy practice, establishing clear boundaries
between physical therapy and the practice of medicine or surgery.
Q2. According to Ohio law, which of the following acts is expressly prohibited for a physical
therapist?
A. Performing therapeutic exercises with a patient under a physician’s plan of care
B. Using spinal manipulation or joint mobilization techniques within the scope of physical therapy
practice
C. Making an independent medical diagnosis of a patient’s disease or illness
D. Providing patient education regarding home exercise programs
Correct Answer: C. Making an independent medical diagnosis of a patient’s disease or
illness
Rationale: Under O.R.C. Chapter 4755, physical therapists are prohibited from making an independent
medical diagnosis of disease or illness. While PTs perform evaluations and identify physical
impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities within their scope, diagnosing medical conditions
falls within the practice of medicine. Therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques (including joint
mobilization), and patient education are all within the lawful scope of physical therapy practice when
performed in accordance with the Practice Act.
Q3. Under the Ohio Physical Therapy Practice Act, what is the continuing education
requirement for license renewal per biennial cycle?
A. 12 hours per cycle with no specific topic requirements
B. 24 hours per cycle, including at least 1 hour in ethics and/or jurisprudence
C. 36 hours per cycle, including 3 hours in ethics and 2 hours in cultural competency
D. 20 hours per cycle with all hours in clinical practice topics
