(1) Whereas 37-11-101 , MCA, creates and defines physical therapy students, physical therapist assistant students and physical therapy aides, the board interprets such categories as exempt from licensure as physical therapists or physical therapist assistants so long as the supervision requirements stated in 37-11-101 , MCA, are strictly adhered to. Such supervision requirements include also those imposed by 37-11-105 , MCA.

(2) The board, therefore, finds it necessary to define periodic checks, supervision and direct supervision to mean on-site guidance by a licensed physical therapist who is responsible for and participates in a patient's care. Supervision of an assistant that requires on-site visits means that the physical therapist shall meet with the client personally at least once every six visits or once every two weeks, whichever occurs first.

(3) Components of tests and measurements of bodily functions and structures administered by a licensed physical therapist may be delegated to a licensed physical therapist assistant.