Benefits of NDT Assistant Credential Status
- Recognition for the knowledge acquired and the continuous process of updating information that is involved in being NDT trained therapist assistants
- Integrate current NDT theory and practice
- Prestige in NDT credential accomplishments
- Credentials are at times required by employers or state and local agencies
- The credentialing letters "NDT/T" are granted for use by approved applicants
Requirements
- Individual must have successfully completed one of the below NDTA sponsored and approved Assistant Credential CoursesNDTA Training Course for PT/OT/SLP Assistants Working with Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Neuromuscular Disorders NDTA Training Course for PT/OT/SLP Assistants Working with Adults with Stroke and Brain Injury
- Individual must hold active NDTA membership. A lapse in membership will cause a deactivation of NDT Assistant Credential.
Application Process
If applying within 12 months of the successful course completion:
- submitted within 30 days of the course end date, the application fee is $0.
- submitted after 30 days of the course end date, the fee is $95.
If applying after 12 months of course completion date:
- an NDTA approved course of 12 hours in length must also be submitted. The application must be submitted within 12 months of the successful completion of that course.
- The application fee is $95.
Continuing Education Requirement
15 hours of continuing education are required per 3-year period.
- 8 hours minimum must be in NDT training which can include:Any NDTA sponsored education including conferences, seminars, and online Distance Learning courses. Any live course taught by an active NDTA Instructor.
- The remaining 7 hours can be completed in any profession-related courses. They do not need be NDT related.
1 hour of instruction = 1 contact hour of continuing education. NDT hours for re-credentialing may be obtained by attending either pediatric or adult courses.
Renewal Requirements
- Hold active NDTA membership
- Obtain 15 hours of continuing education within the 3-year certification time period (see section above for specific information)
- Log your continued education hours into your "CE Bank" located on your "My Account" page when logged into your membership account. (NDTA does not enter any hours into individual accounts).
- Pay the $95 renewal fee. A $50 late fee will be applied for those renewing after the 60-day grace period. Application for renewal is permitted 6 months prior to NDT/T expiration date. Early renewal does not change initial certification date.