Find a PhysiotherapistWe maintain a list of all registered physiotherapists in Ontario called the Public Register. Use this tool to find a physiotherapist near you.
Make a ComplaintWe investigate complaints about physiotherapists from patients, caregivers and others. We’re here to help if you have concerns about the care you received.
What is PhysiotherapySeeing a physiotherapist for the first time? Want to better understand your rights as a patient? Access information about what you can expect from your physiotherapy appointment and learn about virtual care.
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Jurisprudence ModuleOnline, multiple-choice module to be completed by new PTs and every five years after that
Screening Interview & AssessmentA select number of physiotherapists are chosen each month for a screening interview as part of the quality assurance program
The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario sets the standards that govern the practice of physiotherapy in Ontario. All physiotherapists registered in Ontario are accountable to these standards.
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About the CollegeThe College of Physiotherapists of Ontario serves the public interest by regulating physiotherapists to ensure patients have access to safe, ethical, competent and ethical care.
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Applications to take the Ontario Clinical Exam are now closed.
The Ontario Clinical Exam is being replaced by the Canadian Physiotherapy Examination, run by the Canadian Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulators.
Candidates who attempt the Ontario Clinical Exam and are unsuccessful can apply to take the exam again through the PT Portal. These retake attempts will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Applying to retake the exam does not guarantee you a spot.
Candidates will be assigned to the first available exam and must pay the full exam fee of $1,985 during registration. Candidates will not have the option to select exam dates.
If you would like to be added to a waitlist for an earlier exam, please email exam@collegept.org.
If an earlier exam date becomes available, we will contact waitlisted candidates directly via email. Once your name is on the waitlist, no further action is required on your part.
If you have not heard from the Exam Team about an earlier exam, you are still on the waitlist.
Signing up for the waitlist does not remove you from your current assigned exam date.
Ontario Clinical Exam (OCE) Dates
Exam Date
Registration Deadline
Results Released
Saturday, January 24, 2026
(Full)
March 30, 2026
Sunday, January 25, 2026
(Full)
March 30, 2026
Saturday, March 21, 2026
(Full)
May 14, 2026
Sunday, March 22, 2026
(Full)
May 14, 2026
Saturday, June 13, 2026
(Full)
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Sunday, June 14, 2026
(Full)
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Monday, December 7, 2026
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Monday, December 7, 2026
Accommodations
We are committed to providing accessible and equitable services to all exam candidates. We welcome all requests for accommodations and will do our best to support you.
Please include all relevant documentation for accommodations when you register for the exam.
More information can be found in the Exam Accommodation Policy in the Exam Policy Booklet.
The Ontario Clinical Exam fee is $1,985. There are additional fees to rebook or withdraw from the exam. There are also fees for exam reviews and appeals. Additional information can be found in the Exam Fee and Other Administrative Fees Policy in the Exam Policy Booklet.
The Ontario Clinical Exam is a virtual exam. Candidates will complete the exam from a location of their choice, like their home or office, using an approved device of their choice.
It is strongly recommended that candidates complete the exam in Ontario.
Candidates must review the Candidate Technology Requirements well before their exam date to ensure they can meet the requirements.
Candidates who cannot meet the technology requirements should contact the Exam Team at exam@collegept.org to review their options well before their exam.
The complete candidate technology requirements are outlined in the Candidate Technology Requirements document. Please carefully review this document before your exam. Some important reminders are listed below.
It is your responsibility to test your device and internet connection and resolve any issues that you encounter before your exam day.
All testing should be done using the same device you will be using on exam day and from the same location where you will be sitting on exam day.
If you are using a work device, be sure to check the firewall settings before the exam to be sure that your webcam, screen share, headset and microphone will function properly. Your workplace may have disabled these functions for security purposes on your work device and you may not have the administrative access to change them.
Make sure you turn off any notifications that may pop up on your laptop or computer during the exam.
Reboot your computer. If you don’t turn off your computer often, it is strongly recommended that you do so before your exam date so that your device can complete any system updates. A reboot can often solve minor glitches.
Complete all required tests a few times leading up to your exam so that if there is an issue you have time to correct it. Take a screen shot of your completed tests that includes the date and time and keep this for your records.
Clear Cache. It is recommended to clear your cache before exam day. This will help with downloading the exam.
You can only use a PC or Mac laptop or desktop computer. Laptops and computers should always be plugged into a power outlet during the exam.
You CANNOT use a tablet or phone. Chromebooks, iPads, tablets, mobile phones or smartphones do not meet the exam requirements and must not be used for the exam.
You must have a functional microphone – built-in, external, or headset. A headset is strongly encouraged to improve sound quality for both candidates and examiners and reduce background noise during the exam.
A portable webcam is required. Your camera must be turned on for the entire exam. You will be required to move around the room with your webcam to complete a mandatory room security check before starting the exam.
You are NOT allowed to use additional screens or devices during the exam. You can use ONE desktop or laptop screen only. If an additional screen is detected, it will be logged as a candidate conduct incident and could impact your ability to complete the exam.
We have created additional tip sheets to help candidates troubleshoot common issues with both Mac and Windows devices.
Mac Tip Sheet
Ontario Clinical Exam (OCE) Technology Tips for Mac Users
