Health Sciences
2014–2015 University Calendar



9 School of Physical and Occupational Therapy : 9.3 General Information : 9.3.6 Licensing Regulations
9.3.6
Licensing Regulations
Graduates who complete the M.Sc.A. (Occupational Therapy) or the M.Sc.A. (Physical Therapy) degree are eligible to seek licensure. Graduates from McGill may seek licensure world-wide. Each country, province, or state sets its own requirements for licensure which may necessitate examination, further course work, and/or the TOEFL. Those intending to practice occupational therapy or physical therapy within their borders must comply with special provincial or state licensing regulations.
Further information regarding Canadian requirements may be obtained from the offices of the associations listed under section 9.3.7 “Professional Organizations”.
In order to practice occupational therapy or physical therapy in the province of Quebec, a permit must be obtained from the appropriate provincial regulatory body. Quebec law also requires that candidates seeking admission to the provincially-recognized Quebec regulatory bodies must possess a working knowledge of the French language, i.e., be able to communicate verbally and in writing in that language. For further information, refer to section 3.9.1 “Language Requirements for Professions”.
Occupational therapists practising in Canada (except Quebec and Saskatchewan) are required to pass a National Certification Examination after graduation. For information, write to the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (see below).
As of 1993, all physical therapy graduates who wish to practice in provinces in Canada (other than Quebec) are required to pass a Physiotherapy National Examination. For confirmation, write to the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators.
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