At the last meeting of the U.S. Department of Education’s RISE Committee, a proposed definition for professional degree programs was adopted, that if enacted, could cause serious, long-term damage to the health care workforce. The proposed definition excludes dozens of professions, including physical therapy.

This is not what Congress intended. We need you to contact your members of Congress to urge them to intervene and ensure the Department of Education follows the intent of Congress and include the broad range of health care professions that have historically been considered professional degrees.

It’s vital for your members of Congress to hear from you today about the importance of getting these regulations right. 

Contact your members of Congress today!