Internationally-Educated Physiotherapists

If you have graduated from a physiotherapy program outside Canada, and you are either immigrating to Canada or moving from another part of Canada to New Brunswick, you may apply for registration as an Internationally-Educated Physiotherapist (IEPT). The IEPT group also includes Canadian citizens who have pursued their physiotherapy studies outside the country and are returning to Canada to practise.

IMPORTANT!

• Physiotherapy is a regulated profession across Canada.

• Different provinces and territories within Canada have varying requirements and processes for registration.

• The following information will help you understand the process and requirements for the province of New Brunswick only. You must contact each province/territory individually to enquire about their particular processes and requirements.

STEP 1- Credentialling through the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR)

 You must first contact the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators (CAPR) at www.alliance.org for details on how to submit an application to become credentialled to work in Canada as a Physiotherapist.

Tips:

• Carefully read the Credentialling Guide and Overview to ensure you are eligible to apply: https://www.alliancept.org/becoming-credentialled/credentialling-overview/.The credentialling process may take many months to complete depending on your unique situation.

 Once your credentials have been approved by CAPR, you are ready for Step 2.

STEP 2- Writing the Physiotherapy Competency Examination (PCE) through CAPR

You must register for and successfully complete the Physiotherapy Competency Examination Written Component: https://www.alliancept.org/taking-the-exam/.

Tips:

• Be sure to carefully read all exam materials on the CAPR website. There are several resources available there to help you succeed.

• You have up to 3 attempts to pass the PCE written component.

 Once you have successfully completed the Physiotherapy Competency Examination (PCE) Written Component, you are ready for Step 3.

STEP 3- Registering as a Provisional Physiotherapist in New Brunswick through CPTNB

You may apply to CPTNB for registration as a Provisional Physiotherapist using the application form. Please provide the following items as part of your application:

1. Proof of CAPR-approved credentials;

2. Proof of successful completion of the Physiotherapy Competency Examination (PCE) Written Component;

3. CPTNB application form with all supporting materials and applicable fees.

 Tips:

• Follow the IEPT Registration Checklist to prepare your application for registration. The application may be sent to CPTNB by e-mail or by regular mail.

Once you have successfully completed 12 months on the CPTNB Provisional Registry you may apply for full licensure via the CPTNB Practice-Based Assessment. This assessment was created to replace the Physiotherapy Competency Examination (PCE) Clinical Component, which was discontinued by CAPR in early 2022.

NOTE: You have up to 3 attempts to pass the CPTNB Practice-Based Assessment. If you have previously failed the PCE Clinical Component on one occasion, you have only two attempts to pass the CPTNB Practice-Based Assessment. If you have previously failed the PCE Clinical Component on two occasions, you have only one attempt to pass the CPTNB Practice-Based Assessment. If you are unsuccessful, you will not receive full licensure with CPTNB and you will no longer be eligible to work as a Physiotherapist in New Brunswick.

Questions regarding the above processes may be directed to the CPTNB Assistant Registrar at info@cptnb.ca.

To apply, download the application form below:

CPTNB Practice-Based Assessment Details: