registration requirements for canada

[SuzyGreen]

i've been finding conflicting infomation .... what exactly is the registration requirements for registration in canada? Is this the same if doing full-time or just locum work? What costs are involved? Is locum work very difficult to find? Thanks

[sven]

Hello Suzy, I can't answer all your questions but I am not sure if you had a look at the information on the homepage in the world physio headlines. It will give you a good Idea. Although I hope there is somebody out there who has actually worked there and can tell us more about what it is really like.
They are the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators.
It is not possible to phone them, all correspondence is by mail (with envelopes and stamps and stuff!)

[perfphysio]

go to the physiolibrary page and in the left margin select physio news archive. In the keyword box type canada and hit return. This should bring up an article on the non-canadian physio registration requirements. :-)

[ptbrendan]

Hi there. I'm a Canadian trained physio, now working in Britain. First of all, locum work as we know it does not exist in Canada. There's no such thing as working somewhere for 2 or 3 months. Virtually all jobs are considered "permanent" with leaving notice varying anywhere from 2 weeks to 2 months. The few locum positions you see are mat leave covers which are generally a minumum of 6 months (now in Ontario this is usually 1 year). Getting you license is a serious pain in the ass (if it's any consolation that goes for Canadian trained physios too, as they have to follow the same process described). First you'll have to prove degree equivalency if you didn't train in Canada. Then you sign up for the PNE (Physiotherapy National Examination) with the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators. The written exam is two 3 hour multiple choice exams, which happen approx 3 times a year, but you would have to sign up for one at least 2 months in advance. They'll take place in most Canadian cities that have a physiotherapy school. Generally not hard, very ethics based. The practical exam happens twice a year, 16 10 minute stations evaluating basic competency in all aspects of physio. Very safety based, and it's about know how to cater to that aspect in the stations that makes sure you pass. It doesn't evaluate if you are a good physio. Prior to taking the exam, you can work as long as you've registered for the exam, however you are deemed a "physiotherapy resident" and whom ever employs you needs to enter into an agreement with the College of Physio (in that province, I believe it's the same for all provinces now) stating that you are working under someone elses license, and are being directly supervised by that person. Bottom line is: if you're not in it for the long haul, like planning on working for at least a year, don't both. By the way, the exam (when I took it 4 years ago) was $1600 CAD. I'm sure that's gone up by now.

Good luck with you plans.

[rodney]

I'm a recent canadian grad (2000),
I am currently working in province that does not require the PNE (or PCE which is what they are calling it now), to be licensed and practicing in this province. I know of a South African PT who was practicing in this province and did not write the exam, but took a long time and lots of red tape. I wrote the exam thinking I may move to another province. Very easy but lots of $$$. Exam now is one sitting 200 multiple choice 4 hours and a practical component that in my opinion tests stress management rather the competency.
As for locums, there is such a huge demand of PT's everywhere you could easily make an arrangement with employers. Hope this helps.

[mamoon75]

Hi Mr Rodney'
can u help me and list me the province name that not require the PNE( or PCE which is what they are calling it now ) cuz i attend to leave my place where i work and immigrate to canada ... thanks

[ricksea]

Hello Rodney,

Which province doesn't require the PNE?
Thank you,
Ricksea

Originally Posted by rodney

I'm a recent canadian grad (2000),
I am currently working in province that does not require the PNE (or PCE which is what they are calling it now), to be licensed and practicing in this province. I know of a South African PT who was practicing in this province and did not write the exam, but took a long time and lots of red tape. I wrote the exam thinking I may move to another province. Very easy but lots of $$$. Exam now is one sitting 200 multiple choice 4 hours and a practical component that in my opinion tests stress management rather the competency.
As for locums, there is such a huge demand of PT's everywhere you could easily make an arrangement with employers. Hope this helps.

[tread]

Hi

I am a physiotherapist from India with a B.PT and completing my mater's in UK. i would like to know how long would it take for me from the initial process of assessment till i get the registration to work in Canada. Can someone please help me in this regard. I am yet to start the process...i would appreciate any help in this regard.