Licensing Requirements

Before applying for licensure, please familiarize yourself with the general licensing policies.

An applicant for licensure must meet the eligibility requirements outlined below:

 

Two (2) years of post-secondary education which includes coursework in chemistry, physics or mathematics and biology;

 

Graduation from a program accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) of the American Podiatric Medical Association with the D.P.M. degree;

 

Successful completion of the Parts 1, !! and !! of the examinations administered by the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners ;

 

Documentation Requirements

 

The following supporting documents must be forwarded directly to this office from the prime source:

 

Official transcripts sent directly to this office of pre-podiatry college education;

 

Official transcripts sent directly to this office from the accredited school of podiatry verifying degree earned and date granted;

 

Official report submitted directly to this office of National Board scores;

 

Federation of Podiatric Medical Boards disciplinary inquiry;

 

If applicable, official verification(s), sent directly from each state licensing authority where you hold/held a license, certification or registration. Please contact the jurisdiction prior to the submission of the form as some may charge a fee for this service;

 

A completed application and fee in the amount of $565.  Applications are only accepted online.  Please select this link to apply online. 

 

All supporting documentation should be mailed directly to this office from the source to:

 

 

Connecticut Department of Public Health

 Podiatrist Licensure

410 Capitol Ave., MS #12 APP

P.O. Box 340308

Hartford, CT 06134

Phone:  (860) 509-7603

Fax:  (860) 707-1931

Email:  dph.healingarts@ct.gov