Audiologist
What do I need to practice audiology in Canada?
To learn more about audiology, including its scope of practice, you are encouraged to browse resources on the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) website.
To practice as an audiologist in Canada, you’ll need:
Completion of a Canadian accredited audiology program
Registration with the regulatory body in the province or territory you wish to practice in
(Speech-Language & Audiology Canada, 2023)
How do I apply?
To apply to an audiology program, you may apply:
Through Ontario Rehabilitation Sciences Programs Application Service (ORPAS) for Ontario audiology (AUD) programs
Through the Centralized Application Service for Communication Science & Disorders Programs (CSDCAS) for audiology programs in the U.S.
Individual program websites for programs not found within ORPAS or CSDCAS
The application process may consist of the following components:
Personal information
Personal statement
Autobiographical sketch (ABS)
Referees/letters of reference
Transcript(s), including prerequisites (if applicable)
Standardized test results (i.e. Casper)
Interviews and/or assessments (program-specific)
References
Speech-Language & Audiology Canada. (2023). Speech-language pathologists and audiologists. https://www.sac-oac.ca/joining-the-profession/about-s-lps-aud-and-cha/
Occupational Therapy
What do I need to practice occupational therapy in Canada?
To learn more about occupational therapy, including its scope of practice, you are encouraged to browse resources on the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) website.
To practice as an occupational therapist in Canada, you’ll need:
Completion of a Canadian accredited occupational therapy program
Completion of the National Occupational Therapy Certification Exam (NOTCE)
License or registration with the associated regulator/governing body where you would like to practice
(Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, n.d.)
How do I apply?
To apply to an occupational therapy program, you may apply:
Through Ontario Rehabilitation Sciences Programs Application Service (ORPAS) for Ontario occupational therapy (OT) programs
Through the Occupational Therapist Centralized Application Service (OTCAS) for occupational therapy programs in the U.S.
Through individual program websites for programs not found within ORPAS or OTCAS
The application process may consist of the following components:
Personal information
Personal statement
Autobiographical sketch (ABS)
Referees/letters of reference
Transcript(s), including prerequisites (if applicable)
Standardized test results (i.e. Casper)
Interviews and/or assessments (program-specific)
References
Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. (n.d.). Become an OT/OTA. https://caot.ca/site/becomeanota/overview?nav=sidebar&banner=1#:~:text=rehabilitation%20program%20development.-,Becoming%20an%20occupational%20therapist,-Occupational%20therapists%20are
Physical Therapy
What do I need to practice physical therapy in Canada?
To learn more about physical therapy, including its scope of practice, you are encouraged to browse resources on the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) website.
To practice as a physiotherapist/physical therapist in Canada you’ll need:
Completion of a Canadian accredited physical therapy program
Completion of the Physiotherapy Competency Exam (PCE) written component
License or registration with the associated regulator/governing body where you would like to practice
(Canadian Physiotherapy Association, n.d.)
If you are planning to or have completed education outside of Canada, requirements may vary. Please see the Canadian Physiotherapy Association website for more information.
How do I apply?
To apply to a physical therapy program, you may apply:
Through Ontario Rehabilitation Sciences Programs Application Service (ORPAS) for Ontario physical therapy/physiotherapy (PT) programs
Through the Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service (PTCAS) for physical therapy programs in the U.S.
Through individual program websites for programs not found within ORPAS or PTCAS
The application process may consist of the following components:
Personal information
Personal statement
Autobiographical sketch (ABS)
Referees/letters of reference
Transcript(s), including prerequisites (if applicable)
Standardized test results (i.e. Casper)
Interviews and/or assessments (program-specific)
References
Canadian Physiotherapy Association. (n.d.) Becoming a PT or PTA. https://physiotherapy.ca/advocacy/about-physiotherapy-in-canada/becoming-a-pt-or-pta/
Speech-Language Pathology
What do I need to practice speech-language pathology in Canada?
To learn more about speech-language pathology, including its scope of practice, you are encouraged to browse resources on the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) website.
To practice as a speech-language pathologist in Canada, you’ll need:
Completion of a Canadian accredited speech-language pathology program
Registration with the regulatory body in the province or territory you wish to practice in
(Speech-Language & Audiology Canada, 2023)
How do I apply?
To apply to a speech-language pathology program, you may apply:
Through Ontario Rehabilitation Sciences Programs Application Service (ORPAS) for Ontario speech-language pathology (SLP) programs
Through the Centralized Application Service for Communication Science & Disorders Programs (CSDCAS) for speech-language pathology programs in the U.S.
Individual program websites for programs not found within ORPAS or CSDCAS
The application process may consist of the following components:
Personal information
Personal statement
Autobiographical sketch (ABS)
Referees/letters of reference
Transcript(s), including prerequisites (if applicable)
Standardized test results (i.e. Casper)
Interviews and/or assessments (program-specific)
References
Speech-Language & Audiology Canada. (2023). Speech-language pathologists and audiologists. https://www.sac-oac.ca/joining-the-profession/about-s-lps-aud-and-cha/