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Physiotherapists need to have recent practice in the scope they intend to work in and maintain an appropriate connection with their profession. This is so that physiotherapists can practise safely and competently.
The Recency of practice registration standard sets out the Board’s minimum requirements for recency of practice for physiotherapists.
The Recency of practice guidelines have more information on recency of practice which are read along with the registration standard.
To meet the Recency of practice standard, you must have carried out
If you work part-time, you will still need to meet the minimum requirements in the recency of practice registration standard.
Your compliance with the recency of practice registration standard may be audited from time to time. It may also be checked if the Board receives a notification about you.
When you renew your registration each year, you need to make a declaration about whether you meet this standard.
If you want to stay registered during a break from practice, you will need to meet all registration standards including Continuing Professional Development, Recency of Practice requirements and Professional Indemnity Insurance. You must also continue to update Ahpra with any changes to your criminal history.
There is more detailed information on recency of practice in the ‘Recency of practice FAQ: common questions’ in the documents table on this page.
If you are taking a break from practice and wish to remain registered, you may want to apply for non-practising registration.
Some situations that may suit non-practising registration include:
If you apply for non-practising registration:
If you let your registration lapse, or you surrender your registration, your name will be removed from the register, and you will no longer have to pay registration fees. You cannot use the protected title ‘physiotherapist’.
You may be able to re-register after a break from practice
