What is the maximum number of continuing competence hours a physical therapist can earn from self-instruction?

In Arizona, the rules for continuing education for physical therapists specify a limit on how many hours can be earned through self-instruction, which is a method of independent study that allows practitioners to engage with educational material on their own. The maximum number of continuing competence hours a physical therapist can earn from self-instruction is 10 hours.

This limit is in place to ensure that while therapists can take initiative in their continuing education, there is still a balance with supervised instruction and interactive learning experiences that are often deemed more effective for skill enhancement. Therefore, 10 hours reflects a reasonable amount of self-directed learning while also encouraging participation in more traditional forms of continuing education that provide direct interaction with instructors and peers.