March 14, 2022

94: How to become a Physiotherapist in Canada with Reina Nakahata

Reina Nakahata is currently in Canada, in the process of becoming an independent physiotherapist. In today's conversation, we talked about the process of becoming a physiotherapist in Canada, the expenses that an applicant may incur, and the general feel of the licensure exam. We also discussed the truth behind the news that Canada is discontinuing its clinical exam for physiotherapist applicants. Lastly, we talked about what a physiotherapist does in Canada that may differ from the practice in the Philippines and Reina's advice to anyone who would like to pursue a physiotherapy career in Canada!

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0:00 Introduction
1:39 Reina's background
2:49 Why Canada?
6:47 Process in becoming a Physiotherapist in Canada
24:36 How much to apply
26:26 How is the exam?
28:07 Path to Canada: Agency or DIY?
31:06 Truth or Myth: No more clinical exams?
38:01 Independent physio responsibilities and practice
40:45 Average salary of Canadian physios
46:30 Advice to colleagues who wants to work in Canada
47:35 Last bites and Takeaway

 

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