How to Become an Audiologist in Nova Scotia
Do you need a licence?
Licence required
You must be registered with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology to work as an audiologist in Nova Scotia or to use a protected title.
- Protected titles
- Audiologist
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“An individual must be licensed by NSRASLP before starting work as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist. It is an offence under the legislation to practice or identify yourself as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist in Nova Scotia without being registered with NSRASLP”
From nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered, checked October 10, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Licence required See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 7 steps, listed one-time fees $500
- Licensed in another province: 6 steps
- Trained outside Canada: 14 steps (1 fee depends on your situation and is not in the total)
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with Nova Scotia Regulator of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Your roadmap
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Trained in Canada
0 of 7 done
- Listed one-time fees: $500
- 6 steps without a listed fee
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Graduates from Canadian accredited programs within the past 5 years must successfully complete the Canadian Entry-To-Practice exam administered by SAC.
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“Graduates from Canadian accredited programs within the past 5 years must successfully complete the Canadian Entry-To-Practice exam (CETP) exam administered by Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC).”
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The applicant starts the application process through the NSRASLP application page.
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Upon approval for registration and a temporary licence, the applicant registers for the next available CETP exam.
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“- Register for the next available CETP Exam”
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The applicant submits proof of professional liability insurance with the required $2 million coverage.
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“- Submit Proof of Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) – $2M required”
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Audiologist applicants complete the Cerumen Management Authorization if applicable.
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“- Cerumen Management Authorization for Audiologists (if applicable)”
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The applicant pays the licence fee of $500.
- Licence Fee: $500
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After the exam results are sent to the Registrar from SAC, the licence category is updated to full practising.
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“- Exam results are sent to Registrar from SAC - Licence category will be updated by Registrar”
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Listed fees for this route
One-time total listed: $500
| Fee type | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Application | $500 | 100% |
| One-time total | $500 | 100% |
6 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
0 of 6 done
- 6 steps without a listed fee
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Before applying, the applicant arranges for a Letter of Verification from their current regulatory body to be emailed directly to NSRASLP.
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“- Letter of Verification from your current regulatory body to be emailed directly to NSRASLP”
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The applicant applies on the Member Portal under the category for applicants currently licensed in another Canadian province.
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“- Apply on Member Portal under “Currently licensed in another Canadian province””
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The applicant completes all personal information fields in the application.
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The applicant confirms their identification via a video call.
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“- Confirmation of Identification via video call”
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The applicant uploads proof of professional liability insurance of at least $2 million and a valid criminal record and vulnerable sector check dated within 6 months.
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“- Upload Professional Liability Insurance (minimum $2 million) - Upload valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check (within 6 months)”
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Once all documents are received and verified by the Registrar, the applicant is notified to pay the licence fee and the licence is issued.
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“Once all documents are received and verified by the Registrar, you’ll be notified to pay your licence fee and your licence will be issued.”
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Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Nova Scotia Regulator of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
6 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Trained outside Canada
0 of 14 done
- 1 fee depends on your situation and is not in the total
- 13 steps without a listed fee
- Listed time: 1.8 to 2.8 months (only 1 of 14 steps state a time)
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Before applying, it is recommended that the applicant contact the Registrar to discuss the steps in the process by submitting a public inquiry form.
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“Before starting an application, it is recommended that a person who is not a graduate of an approved education program who wishes to apply for registration and licensure in Nova Scotia contact the Registrar to discuss the steps in the process by submitting a public inquiry form found at the bottom of this page.”
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The applicant selects Start Your Application on the NSRASLP website, chooses the International Applicant category on the member portal, and completes the personal information fields.
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“- Select “Start Your Application” from "Applicants" drop-down menu on the NSRASLP website www.nsraslp.ca - Select the category "International Applicant" on the member portal of this website”
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The applicant pays a non-refundable application and assessment fee of $1,500 by credit card through the Registrant Profile.
- Application and assessment fee: $1,500 (non-refundable)
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“- A non-refundable application and assessment fee in the amount of $1,500 payable by credit card through the Registrant Profile.”
nsraslp.ca/site/International-applicant-graduate-from-nonaccredited...
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“- A non-refundable application and assessment fee in the amount of $1,500 payable by credit card through the Registrant Profile.”
nsraslp.ca/site/International-applicant-graduate-from-nonaccredited... - Application and assessment fee: $1,500 (non-refundable)
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Graduates of education programs outside of Canada must arrange for a credential evaluation from World Education Services to be sent directly to the Registrar.
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“- Graduates of education programs outside of Canada must arrange for a credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) to be sent directly from WES to the Registrar.”
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The applicant has official undergraduate and graduate transcripts sent directly from the university and provides a handbook, syllabus or calendar with detailed course information, with certified translation of any documents not in English.
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“- Official transcripts of undergraduate and graduate level education sent directly to the Registrar from the university. - A copy of or link to a handbook, syllabus or calendar from the semester in which the course was taken that match the dates on the applicant’s transcript.”
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If not a graduate of a program taught in English, the applicant must demonstrate proficiency in the English language in the manner prescribed by the Registrar.
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“- If not a graduate of a program taught in English, the applicant must have demonstrated proficiency in the English language in the manner prescribed by the Registrar.”
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The applicant provides proof of Canadian citizenship or of being legally entitled to live and work in Canada.
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“- Proof of Canadian citizenship or legally entitled to live and work in Canada.”
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After receiving all required documents and fees, NSRASLP assesses the applicant's education program, possibly involving a third-party assessor, and decides whether the program is equivalent, whether bridging education is needed, or whether the applicant is ineligible with a right of appeal.
Time: 8 to 12 weeksTime source
“Processing of an application involving assessment of an education program can take from 8 to 12 weeks from the date of receipt of all documents until the Registration Committee’s decision.”
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“After receiving all required documents and fees, NSRASLP will assess the applicant's education program, possibly involving a third-party assessor, and will then make one of the following decisions:”
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If competency gaps are identified, the applicant may complete bridging education identified by the Registration Committee to become eligible for the CETP exam.
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“- If competency gaps are identified, the applicant may complete bridging education identified by the Registration Committee to become eligible for the CETP exam and further steps of licensing”
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Once eligible, the applicant has two years and a maximum of three attempts to pass the CETP exam, with results sent directly by SAC.
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“Eligibility to write the CETP exam is determined by the regulatory body in the applicant's province. Once eligible, applicants have two years and a maximum of three attempts to pass the exam.”
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The applicant provides an original copy of a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check dated within 6 months and uploads it to their registrant profile.
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“- Provide an original copy of a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check dated within 6 months and upload to your registrant profile.”
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If approved after passing the CETP exam, the applicant must pay the annual licence fee, and can request a reduced fee if not practising until after July 1st.
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“If approved, the applicant must pay the annual licence fee and provide proof of PLI to receive a practising licence. Applicants who will not be practising until after July 1st can request approval to pay a reduced fee.”
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The applicant submits proof of professional liability insurance of $2 million, which is required before licensing but not at the start of the application.
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“- Professional liability insurance in the amount of $2 million is required before you can be licensed but is not required at the time you begin your application.”
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Audiologist applicants must complete a cerumen management declaration and, if they intend to practise cerumen management, provide verification of completion of an approved program.
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“- Audiologist applicants must complete a cerumen management declaration and, if they intend to practice cerumen management, must provide verification of completion of an approved program.”
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Listed fees for this route
1 fee depends on your situation and is not in the total.
13 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Other listed fees
The regulator lists these without tying them to one step, so they are not in the route totals above. Check which apply to you.
- Application and assessment fee (12(2)(i)(C)): $2,000 (for a 12(2)(i)(C) application)
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“- Pay $1,500 (12(2)(i)(B) application) or $2,000 (12(2)(i)(C) application) non-refundable application and assessment fee”
nsraslp.ca/site/International-Applicants
Requirements
Education
Applicants must be graduates of an approved education program, an equivalent program, or a combination of education and experience, having graduated within the past 5 years.
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“- Approved education program OR equivalent program OR combined education and experience. - Graduated within the past 5 years from:”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered
Experience
In the past 5 years, applicants must have either graduated from an approved (or equivalent) education program or completed at least 1,000 hours in practice.
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“In the past 5 years, applicants must have either graduated from an approved (or equivalent) education program or completed at least 1,000 hours in practice.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered
Insurance
Applicants must have liability protection, malpractice insurance, or other indemnity as required by the Board, with minimum coverage of $2 million.
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“Applicants must have liability protection, malpractice insurance, or other indemnity as required by the Board. Minimum coverage: $2 million.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered
Good character
Applicants must not be under restriction or prohibition from practising, except in restricted practising categories, and must have the capacity, competence, and character to practise safely and ethically.
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“Applicants must not be under restriction or prohibition from practising, except in restricted practising categories. Capacity, Competence, and Character Applicants must have the capacity, competence, and character to practise safely and ethically.”
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Other
Applicants must successfully complete the Canadian Entry-To-Practice Exam (CETP) administered by Speech and Audiology Canada.
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“Applicants must successfully complete the Canadian Entry-To-Practice Exam (CETP), administered by Speech and Audiology Canada (SAC).”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-RegisteredApplicants who have practised in another jurisdiction since being licensed must provide a certificate of standing from each jurisdiction disclosing any outstanding complaints, prohibitions, conditions, or restrictions.
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“Applicants who have practiced in another jurisdiction since being licensed must provide a certificate of standing from each jurisdiction. This certificate must disclose any outstanding complaints, prohibitions, conditions, or restrictions.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-RegisteredApplicants must demonstrate English language proficiency as prescribed by the Registrar.
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“Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency as prescribed by the Registrar.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-RegisteredApplicants must be Canadian citizens or legally entitled to live and work in Canada.
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“Applicants must be Canadian citizens or legally entitled to live and work in Canada.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-RegisteredApplicants must be eligible for the specific licence category they are applying for.
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“Applicants must be eligible for the specific licence category they are applying for.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-RegisteredAudiologist applicants must complete a cerumen management declaration and provide proof of completion of an approved program if they intend to perform cerumen management.
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“Audiologist applicants must complete a cerumen management declaration and provide proof of completion of an approved program if they intend to perform cerumen management.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered%20testApplicants may apply for registration in one profession only, and separate applications are required for AUD and SLP registration.
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“Important: Applicants may apply for registration in one profession only. Separate applications are required for AUD and SLP registration.”
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Already licensed in another province?
Direct transfer
Applicants currently licensed and in good standing in another Canadian province are granted registration and licensure by providing a letter of verification, applying on the member portal, confirming identification, and uploading insurance and a criminal record check, with no entry-to-practice exam or competence assessment required. Source
“Applicants currently licensed and in good standing in another Canadian province will be granted registration and licensure as follows:”
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Obtain letter of verification
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“- Letter of Verification from your current regulatory body to be emailed directly to NSRASLP”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered%20testApply on the member portal
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“- Apply on Member Portal under “Currently licensed in another Canadian province””
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered%20testConfirm identification and upload documents
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“- Confirmation of Identification via video call - Upload Professional Liability Insurance (minimum $2 million) - Upload valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check (within 6 months)”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered%20testPay fee and receive licence
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“Once all documents are received and verified by the Registrar, you’ll be notified to pay your licence fee and your licence will be issued.”
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Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Nova Scotia Regulator of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Credential assessment
World Education Services (WES) credential evaluation
education equivalency assessment
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“- Graduates of education programs outside of Canada must arrange for a credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) to be sent directly from WES to the Registrar.”
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Exams
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Canadian Entry-To-Practice Exam (CETP)
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“Applicants must successfully complete the Canadian Entry-To-Practice Exam (CETP), administered by Speech and Audiology Canada (SAC).”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered
Language tests
Not stated by the regulator Check with Nova Scotia Regulator of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Canadian experience
Applicants who have worked as a registered audiologist or speech-language pathologist outside of Canada within the past two years must also submit an international criminal record check from the last country in which they worked. Source
“If you have worked as a registered audiologist or speech-language pathologist outside of Canada within the past two years, must also submit an international CRC from the last country in which you worked when applying for a licence.”
nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered
Supervised practice
Not required
A temporary (conditional) licence is possible while awaiting CETP exam results if all other licensure criteria are met. Source
“If all other licensure criteria are met, applicants may apply for a temporary licence while waiting to complete the CETP exam requirements.”
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Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Scotia | $34.95 | $46.93 | $63.56 | Moderate (3 of 5) |
| Canada | $33.33 | $46.15 | $59.52 | — |
Audiologists in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Licence required
- Alberta Licence required
- Saskatchewan Licence required
- Manitoba Not confirmed yet
- Ontario Licence required
- Quebec Not confirmed yet
- New Brunswick Licence required
- Prince Edward Island Not confirmed yet
- Newfoundland and Labrador Licence required
- Yukon Not confirmed yet
- Northwest Territories Not confirmed yet
- Nunavut Not confirmed yet
Sources checked
- Apply to Become Registered - NSCASLP nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered · fetched October 10, 2026
- New Applicants Test - NSCASLP nsraslp.ca/site/Apply-to-Become-Registered%20test · fetched October 10, 2026
- International-Applicants - NSCASLP nsraslp.ca/site/International-Applicants · fetched October 10, 2026
- International-applicant-graduate-from-nonaccredited-Canadian-program - NSCASLP nsraslp.ca/site/International-applicant-graduate-from-nonaccredited... · fetched October 10, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as an audiologist in Nova Scotia?
Yes. Registration with Nova Scotia Regulator of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology is required to practise in Nova Scotia, and to use the title Audiologist.
Which exams are required?
Canadian Entry-To-Practice Exam (CETP).
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