Our registration process for graduates of accredited Canadian programs involves two critical steps towards achieving full practicing registration.

Step 1: Provisional Registration

Upon completing the initial set of requirements outlined below, you'll be granted a provisional registration, which will legally entitle you to practice in your profession while you work toward meeting the requirements outlined in Step 2.

1. Completed Application Form.  
2. Criminal records check.
   • Issued within the past six months: Your criminal record check must be dated within the last six months.
   • Original Paper Document: Original, notarized copy. Mail the form to RCASLPNB at PO Box 23113, Moncton, NB E1A 6S8. Upon request, RCASLPNB can provide a letter for you to take to the police to obtain your record. The original document can also be returned to you upon request.
   • Digital Record: A digital criminal record check issued electronically by the police or an authorized provider that can be verified online is also accepted. Scanned paper copies will not be accepted.
3. Official Clinical practicum hours form.
   • Must be endorsed by practicum coordinator / director of university program.
   • Must be sent directly from University to RCASLPNB.
4. Official transcripts of all your graduate coursework specifically in speech-language pathology and audiology.  
   • Official transcripts are issued by the university and sent directly to RCASLPNB.
   • If program requirements have been completed but official transcripts are not available at the time of application, an official letter from the director of your Master’s program, verifying that you have completed all required coursework and supervised clinical hours of the program, will be accepted until official transcripts are available.
5. If you are not a new graduate, and have been registered as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist in a regulated province in Canada in the past, or are currently or have ever been registered in a country other than Canada, you must arrange for official Verification of Registration from those jurisdictions or countries. (to be sent directly to RCASLPNB [info@rcaslpnb.ca] from the regulatory body).
6. If you are not a new graduate, you must provide letters from current and previous employers listing job title and dates of employment as verification of clinical practice or relevant work in speech-language pathology or audiology during the three years immediately preceding the date on which RCASLPNB received your application (sent directly from employer to RCASLPNB).
7. Two (2) character reference letters
   • Reference letters must be from individuals who have known you for at least two years (e.g.: SLP, audiologist, colleague, supervisor, professor, recent employer).
   • Letters from family members, classmates, or friends, or anyone who might benefit from you becoming registered with RCASLPNB will not be accepted.
   • Letters must be dated within 60 days of application to RCASLPNB.
   • The letters, with the original signature and contact information, must be sent directly by the referee either via email to RCASLPNB or by mail.
8. Proof of identity 
   • passport or other government-issued photo identification showing current legal name.
9. Permanent Residency in Canada or Canadian Work Permit if proof of Canadian Citizenship has not been provided by a copy of a valid passport.
10. Proof of current personal professional liability insurance (PLI) with a minimum amount of $2,000,000. 
    • The PLI certificate must contain the applicant’s name, profession, statement verifying validity in New Brunswick for in-person and/or virtual services, and coverage dates for insurance providers other than those listed on the RCASLPNB website, whose compliance with these requirements have been confirmed by the Registrar.
    • All PLI must have an extended discovery and reporting period of a minimum of two years.
    • Refer to document: PLI requirements
11. Non-refundable application processing fee of $200. 
    • This fee must accompany your application for registration and is applicable whether your application for registration is accepted, rejected/denied or incomplete.
    • Please send payment by e-transfer to: info@rcaslpnb.ca
12. Registration activation fee.
    • $300. This fee is applicable each time a new registration is activated and will only be charged in the event your application for registration is approved.
13. Annual registration fee.
    • $850 ($425 after August 31).
    • This fee will only be applied when your application for registration is approved.
14. Completed Database Form.
    • This form is required for government purposes and will be provided to you by the RCASLPNB office.

Step 2: Full Practicing Registration

To obtain full practicing registration, two additional steps must be completed:

1. Submit university transcripts to RCASLPNB if you have not already done so.
2. Complete the required mentorship period.
   • All persons applying for initial registration, excluding Labour Mobility applicants, shall be granted a Provisional registration upon approval, and required to complete a period of mentorship (Mentorship Program) as prescribed by RCASLPNB.
   • A mentorship contract must be submitted by the Provisional registrant within 14 days of beginning employment.
   • For information on the Mentorship Program, please visit: Mentorship Program
3. Pass the Canadian Entry to Practice (CETP) Exam.
   • Upon approval of your registration, you will be granted a Provisional registration which will legally entitle you to practice as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist until you pass the CETP exam on one of three consecutive attempts. Once your registration with RCASLPNB has been approved, you must register for the next available exam sitting. Once you pass the CETP and complete the prescribed period of mentorship, you will be granted a practising registration. If you do not obtain a passing grade on one of your 3 consecutive attempts, your registration will be revoked and you will no longer be entitled to practice or hold yourself out as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist in New Brunswick. You will be required to wait 12 months before reapplying for registration with RCASLPNB.
   • For information on the CETP exam, please visit: CETP Exam Policy

Updated May 2024

Note: If you are currently registered as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist in another regulated jurisdiction in Canada, you would apply as a Labour Mobility (Labour Mobility Applicants - RCASLPNB). If not, please proceed.

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