Internationally Educated Individuals

Step 1: Qualifying Examination Initial Application

Individuals who wish to attempt the Qualifying Examination for the first time are required to create an online profile and complete the online QE Initial Application, including payment of any applicable fees. Online QE Initial Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Individuals who have received their relevant education outside of Canada (e.g. in Denturism or Dentistry) must submit a request for Academic Equivalency Assessment with their QE Initial Application in advance of the deadline (see Exam Dates and Deadlines). Upon receipt of this request and all required supporting documentation, the Registration Committee examines the academic program to determine if it is fundamentally equivalent to the program of study undertaken by individuals who receive a diploma in Denturism from Ontario.
 

Start your online QE Initial Application and create an online profile:

 

• Online QE Initial Application

  Please only complete this application once. You can return to your profile and update any information as necessary. Accidentally creating duplicate profiles will result in delays processing your application.
   

Required supporting documents to complete your QE Initial Application:

Scanned copies of the documents below (except for school transcripts) can be uploaded directly through your online profile:

1. One (1) notarized copy of a valid government-issued identification:
   • A notarized copy of your Passport, Permanent Resident Card, Work Permit, Driver's License, Ontario Photo ID Card, or Birth Certificate.
     • Note: A notarized copy of a Canadian Passport, Permanent Resident Card, or Work Permit is preferred as it will be required after you successfully pass the Qualifying Examination and register for your license.
2.  ​One (1) Passport Photo taken within the last 12 months.
3. Third Party Credential Assessment (e.g. WES or ICAS Report)
   • Please select the comprehensive (or course-by-course) report that documents educational equivalency and includes your school transcripts and diploma awarded. For more information, please review the College’s Credential Authentication Policy.
     • Note: Credential assessment reports used for immigration purposes are not suitable and cannot be used.
4. A completed Academic Assessment Form.

 

Academic Equivalency Assessment

In addition to the QE Initial Application outlined above, the following documentation is required for an Academic Equivalency Assessment:
 

1. Form A1 - Academic Assessment Form
2. Official course descriptions/outlines/syllabi
3. Third Party Credential Assessment

The results of the Academic Equivalency Assessment are provided in writing approximately 4-6 weeks after the submission of a complete 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.

 

Step 2: Qualifying Examination Registration

Following notification that the Qualifying Examination Initial Application has been approved, you may register to take the Qualifying Examination.

Please see the links below for more information about the Qualifying Examination fees and important dates & deadlines:

• Qualifying Examination Fees
• Qualifying Examination Dates & Deadlines

Registering for a Subsequent Attempt of the Qualifying Examination

If you are applying to take the Qualifying Examination after either withdrawing or having been unsuccessful at an attempt of the Qualifying Examination, you must re-register for the Qualifying Examination and submit the applicable fee. However, in most cases you are not required to re-submit a passport photo, official transcripts, or notarized identification from Step 1. The College may request an updated photo if your photo on file is outdated.

 

Exam Accommodations

If you have a temporary or permanent physical impairment, or any persistent cognitive, psychological, sensory or learning impairment which substantially limits your participation in one or both components of the Qualifying Examination, you may make a request for specific accommodation. Requests for specific accommodation must be submitted in writing to the Registrar and must accompany your registration for the Qualifying Examination. For more information, please review the College’s Qualifying Examination Special Needs Accommodation Policy. 

Internationally Educated Individuals