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Certificate of Advanced Practice in Physical Therapy in Pelvic Health or Obstetric Health

The CAPP was developed by the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy, the national professional association for pelvic and abdominal health physical therapy professionals. The Academy is a component of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

The Certificate of Advanced Practice in Physical Therapy in Pelvic Health or Obstetric Health (CAPP-Pelvic or CAPP-OB) is awarded to licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who complete a series of comprehensive evidence-based education courses, written and clinical testing at each level and a written report (PT case reflection or PTA treatment reflection) rigorously reviewed by the CAPP Case Reflection Committee.

Upon successful passing, CAPP recipients are featured in the Academy’s distinguished directory (if they are an Academy member), receive a digital badge they can share on social media, and a certificate they can print and display in their office to patients and employers to demonstrate the caliber of their accomplishment.

Instructions & Resources
Review Quarter Application Submission Deadline Results Sent to Authors
Spring February 15 May 15
Summer May 15 August 15
Fall August 15 November 15
Winter November 15 February 15
Fees
  • APTA Pelvic Health Members: $125 USD
  • Non-Members: $175 USD
Submission Instructions
Before purchasing the application and submitting your final reflection, please ensure you have thoroughly reviewed and followed all provided instructions and guidelines to prepare effectively. Applicants who carefully implement all required elements and align their submission with the grading rubric tend to have a higher success rate in passing the case reflection review. Applicants are strongly encouraged to browse the resources provided.

Submit CAPP-Pelvic Application

Submit CAPP-OB Application

CAPP Reflection Extension to Due to Extenuating Circumstances Request Form

We understand that extenuating circumstances may arise that may prevent you from submitting your reflection within the required time frame. Please note that we will assess extenuating circumstance CAPP extension requests on a case-by-case basis.  

Our goal is to maintain fairness and ensure that everyone has equal opportunities within the CAPP Reflection Submission process. If you need an extension, please submit this form with details of your situation, and we will review each case individually.

If you wish to follow up on your request, please contact Danielle Tiongson-Woods at danielle@aptapelvichealth.org.

Case Extension Request Form

REQUIREMENTS

#1 You must be a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 

# 2 Complete all required coursework through the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy within 5 years. Coursework that is older than 5 years will require you to retake the course that expired, since the evidence is updated every 1-2 years (i.e. If you’ve taken a course in 2019, you will need to retake that course). Attend and successfully pass all three levels of the Pelvic Health Physical Therapy track hosted by the Academy. You must pass the CAPP Scenario Testing at the end of each course and pass the Post-Course Exam (multiple-choice) after attending each course with an 80% score or higher. Required coursework includes:

#3 Successfully “Pass” a completed Case (for PTs) or Treatment (for PTAs) Reflection within 1 year from the date you completed your last PH course.

  • If you are taking the hybrid format, please note that you have to complete both the webinar courses and in-person lab courses in order to qualify for the CAPP (i.e. If you are taking the PH1 webinar, you must also take the PH1 lab course)

*Note: If you are not completely certain whether you qualify for the CAPP, please contact our office before proceeding with your application. You must complete all relative coursework within 5 years and will have up to 1 year to submit your case reflection after completing your last required course.

For example, if you submit a CAPP case reflection and application in February 2020, your coursework cannot be older than 2014. The latest coursework should have been completed between Feb 2015- Feb 2020.

The Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy is restructuring The Certificate of Advanced Practice in Physical Therapy in Obstetric Health (CAPP-OB) program in 2025. If you are currently enrolled in Academy courses related to the CAPP-OB Certificate of Achievement or actively pursuing certification, please review this important update to understand the reasons behind these changes and how they may impact you in your CAPP-OB journey.

To obtain the CAPP-OB Certificate, all required courses must be successfully completed within a 5-year time frame. You will then have 1 year from the date you completed your last OB course to successfully "Pass" a completed Case (for PTs) or Treatment (for PTAs) Reflection. In 2025, the CAPP-OB courses have been restructured with new course names and updated requirements. To support current participants in the midst of their certification journey, a transition period has been established, allowing them to continue through the grandfathering process detailed here: CAPP-OB Course Restructure Details. 

Restructure Inquiry Contact Form

REQUIREMENTS

# 1 You must be a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 

# 2 Complete all required coursework through the Academy of Pelvic Health Physical Therapy within 5 years. Coursework that is older than 5 years will require you to retake the course that expired since the evidence is updated every 1-2 years (i.e. If you’ve taken a course in 2019, you will need to retake that course). Attend and successfully pass the three levels of the Pregnancy & Postpartum Physical Therapy track hosted by the Academy IN ANY ORDER. You must pass the CAPP Scenario Testing at the end of each course and pass the Post-Course Exam (multiple-choice) after attending each course with an 80% score or higher. 

Required coursework includes:


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#3 Successfully “Pass” a completed Case (for PTs) or Treatment (for PTAs) Reflection within 1 year from the date you completed your last OB course.

*Note: If you are not completely certain whether you qualify for the CAPP, please contact our office before proceeding with your application. You must complete all relative coursework within 5 years and will have up to 1 year to submit your case reflection after completing your last required course.

For example, if you submit a CAPP case reflection and application in February 2020, your coursework cannot be older than 2014. The latest coursework should have been completed between Feb 2015- Feb 2020.

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