Who is responsible for setting the fees associated with PTA licensure?

The responsibility for setting the fees associated with Physical Therapist Assistant licensure falls to the board. Boards overseeing health professions are typically established to regulate and ensure that licensing processes, including the fees, are aligned with the standards of the practice within the state. This allows the board to evaluate the costs involved in the licensing process, including administrative expenses and necessary resources, and determine appropriate fees.

The Department of Health provides oversight and implements regulations, but the specific authority to set fees is delegated to the board. The Governor's office may exert influence over health policy, but it does not directly establish licensure fees. The PTA National Association plays a role in advocacy and professional development but does not have authority over state-specific licensure issues, including fee structures. Thus, the board is the correct entity responsible for setting those fees.