About CPTA
Advancing physical therapy through professional leadership, education, and equitable care in Cambodia.
Our History
The Cambodian Physical Therapy Association (CPTA) was initiated during a physical therapy seminar on 9 December 1994. It was formally recognized by Cambodia’s Ministry of Interior on 18 August 1997 through Letter No. 884 SCN, and received recognition from the Ministry of Health through Letter No. 541 S.A.Ch.M dated 12 November 1997.
As the profession developed, the association revised its constitution and governance. On 14 March 2024, Ministry of Interior Prakas No. 1064 Br.K formalized its current name, Cambodian Physical Therapy Association (CPTA).
Association founded
The association was initiated at a physical therapy seminar on 9 December 1994.
Ministry of Interior recognition
Official recognition through Letter No. 884 SCN dated 18 August 1997.
Ministry of Health certification
Recognition as a medical technical profession through Letter No. 541 S.A.Ch.M dated 12 November 1997.
Official name updated
Prakas No. 1064 Br.K, dated 14 March 2024, formalized the current association name.
Our Vision
Our Vision
All Cambodian people of all ages and genders achieve optimal health and well-being through high-quality education, continuous professional training, ethical practice, and equitable physical therapy services across Cambodia.
Purpose & Goals
Purpose
To contribute alongside the Royal Government of Cambodia in promoting and enhancing health, disease prevention and treatment, functional rehabilitation, and disability prevention for all citizens.
Goals
To collaborate with healthcare professionals, individual stakeholders, public and private sectors, civil society, and international organizations to advance education and clinical training for physical therapists. It aims to meet the nation’s demand for a competent workforce, advocate preventive and rehabilitative care, and establish standard operating frameworks, professional ethics, and inclusive health policies.
Our Five Core Values
Professionalism
Abiding strictly by national standards and ethical codes of physical therapy practice at all times.
Transparency & Accountability
Maintaining good governance, sound leadership, and integrity in all administrative and operational activities.
Harmonization
Unifying physical therapy professionals nationwide into a cohesive community with a collective professional voice.
Cooperation & Partnership
Cultivating dynamic and sustainable collaborations with national authorities, civil society, and international bodies such as World Physiotherapy.
Equality
Upholding human dignity and delivering quality care to all individuals and persons with disabilities without discrimination.