Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Physical Therapist I, Departments of Mental Health and Developmental Services exam. Please click on the link below for the official exam announcement to review the scope of the exam, minimum qualifications, and other important exam information.


Official Exam Bulletin

Step 1. Apply using your CalCareers account to Exam Code: EX–2555.

Or, submit your Examination Application (STD 678), found at www.calcareers.ca.gov, either by mail or in person, or via email to one address listed below.

Step 2. Certify that you have submitted your STD 678.

Step 3. Proceed to the examination and submit for processing upon completion.

The preferred method to apply is through CalCareers.

Electronic signatures are acceptable.

Indicate the Classification in the “Examination(s) or Job Title for Which You Are Applying” field on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678).

Exam Application Example
You may apply by mail or in person to:

Department of State Hospitals – Sacramento
Attn: Selection Services Unit MS-14
1215 O Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

If you need assistance or have any questions regarding the online examination process, please contact:

Department of State Hospitals - Selection Services Unit
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm (excluding State Holidays)
(916) 651-8832

Question Title

* 1. I hereby certify I have submitted a signed Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) following the instructions listed on the official examination bulletin using the following method.

Note: If you do not submit your STD 678, your exam will not be processed. Please ensure you have submitted your STD 678 prior to completing the examination. Per California Code of Regulations 174 (c) a separate application must be filed for each examination. Applications (STD 678s) filed for Job Advertisements are separate from the examination.
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