Canadian Program Graduates

Who This Pathway is For

Graduates of a Canadian-accredited physiotherapy program, regardless of graduation year. If your graduation was more than 5 years ago, you may be required to provide evidence of currency of practice.

Eligibility

You must:

• Have completed a program accredited by Physiotherapy Education Accreditation Canada (PEAC) or its predecessor.
• Provide proof of legal entitlement to work in Canada.
• Meet the requirements for either the Practicing Register or the Conditional Register – Resident License

Pathway Options

Option 1 – Practicing Register

You are eligible if you have:

• Passed the Canadian Physiotherapy Exam (CPTE) (single exam), and
• Met all other requirements in What You’ll Need.

Option 2 – Conditional Register – Resident License

You may be eligible if you:

• Have not yet completed the CPTE, and
• Meet the criteria in the NSRPT policy for Conditional Resident Licenses, including:
  • An approved sponsorship/mentoring agreement, and
  • A signed offer of employment in Nova Scotia, and
  • A commitment to sit the next available CPTE within the allowed timeframe.
• Maximum duration: 12 months, non-renewable.

What You’ll Need

• Government-issued photo ID
• Proof of legal entitlement to work in Canada (e.g., Canadian passport, birth certificate, permanent resident card, valid work permit).
• Vulnerable Sector Check (which includes a Criminal Record Check) within the required timeframe
• Proof of professional liability insurance (for licensing)
• Completed declarations about your professional and legal history (criminal/disciplinary matters, practice restrictions, terminations, etc.)
• For Conditional Resident applicants: approved sponsorship/mentoring agreement and signed offer of employment in Nova Scotia

Fees

See the Fee Schedule for current rates.

How to Apply

1. Decide which option fits you (Practising or Conditional Resident)
2. Gather your documents (see Document Checklist for Canadian Graduates).
3. Create an account on the NSRPT online application portal.
4. Complete the application form and upload required documents.
5. Pay applicable fees.
6. Await confirmation and next steps.

Download the Document Checklist for Canadian Graduates
Apply Online