Bridging Programs in Canada

Bridging programs are available in Canada for internationally educated physiotherapists. These programs help applicants prepare for exams and practise safely in the Canadian health-care system.

Some programs are also open to Canadian-educated physiotherapists who want to improve specific exam-writing or clinical skills.

For details about each program, including eligibility, course content, fees, and how to apply, visit the program websites below.

Bridging Programs (English)

• Ontario Internationally Educated Physical Therapy Bridging (OIEPB) Program
  University of Toronto
• Alberta Internationally Educated Physiotherapists Bridging Program
  University of Alberta
• Internationally Educated Physiotherapists Exam Preparation Program
  University of British Columbia

Bridging Programs for Practice in Quebec

• Physiotherapy Equivalency Program
  McGill University (English)
• Programme de qualification professionnelle en physiothérapie
  Université de Montréal (French)