Internationally Educated Individuals

Registering for the Qualifying Examination

Individuals who have received their relevant education outside of Canada (e.g. in Denturism or Dentistry) who wish to attempt the Qualifying Examination (QE) for the first time are required to submit a complete QE Initial Application and Academic Equivalency Assessment Form prior to becoming eligible to register for the QE.
 

  QE Registration Flow Chart - INT

  QE Initial Application Checklist - INT

Step 1: Complete the QE Initial Application

All applicants must adhere to the Qualifying Examination Deadlines.

 

1) Submit an Online QE Initial Application

Create an online profile by submitting the Online QE Initial Application once, including payment of applicable fees. You can return to your online profile within the CDO Portal to update any information as necessary. Creating duplicate online profiles will result in delays processing your QE Initial Application.

 

2) Submit Required Supporting Documents

Scanned copies of the documents below (except for Third Party Credential Assessment Reports) can be uploaded directly through your online profile within the CDO Portal:

1. One (1) notarized copy of a valid government-issued identification:
   • A notarized copy of your Passport, Permanent Resident Card, valid Work Permit, Driver's License, Ontario Photo ID Card, or Birth Certificate.
     • Note: A notarized copy of a Canadian Passport or Birth Certificate, Permanent Resident Card, or valid Work Permit is preferred as it will be required after you successfully pass the QE and register for your certificate of registration (license).
2. One (1) Passport Photo taken within the last 12 months.
3. Third Party Credential Assessment Report sent directly to the College from an approved credential assessment agency (please review the Academic Credential Authentication Policy). Reports uploaded by applicants to the CDO Portal are not considered official.
   • Please direct all reports to: exams@denturists-cdo.com
   • Please select the comprehensive (or course-by-course) report that documents educational equivalency and includes your school transcripts and diploma/degree awarded.
     • Note: Credential assessment reports used for immigration purposes are not suitable and cannot be used.

3) Academic Equivalency Assessment

In addition to the Online QE Initial Application and Required Supporting Documents outlined above, the following documentation is required for an Academic Equivalency Assessment for Internationally Educated Individuals:
 

1. Form A1 - Academic Equivalency Assessment Form

Results of Academic Equivalency Assessments are provided in writing approximately 4-6 weeks after the submission of your complete QE Initial Application.

• If the Registration Committee determines that your educational program is equivalent to a diploma in Denturism from Ontario, you will be eligible to sit the Qualifying Examination.
• If the Registration Committee determines that your educational program is not equivalent to a diploma in Denturism from Ontario, the Committee will provide you with recommendations that, once completed, will assist in meeting academic equivalency.

 

4) Approval of QE Initial Application

You will receive a notification via email once your completed QE Initial Application has been approved, and you will become an eligible candidate to register for the QE.

Step 2: Qualifying Examination Registration

Candidates must register for the QE through the CDO Portal. Payment for the QE must be paid in full prior to the QE Registration Deadline. If full payment is not received prior to the QE Registration Deadline, you will be automatically withdrawn from the QE.

• Qualifying Examination Dates & Deadlines
• Qualifying Examination Fees