The purpose and effect of the rule changes proposed to rule 64B17-3.001 is to clarify and simplify the requirements for licensure for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants and to delete redundant language; to rule 64B17-3.002 is to clarify and simplify the requirements for licensure examinations and examination retakes for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants; to rule 64B17-3.006 is to update the rule by deleting reference to a repealed Department rule and to eliminate redundancy by including both physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. The purpose and effect of the promulgation of rule 64B17-3.007 is to set forth criteria for Board approval of credentialing agencies and credentials evaluation reports.