Hearing Instrument Dispensing

This section outlines the licensure process and requirements for a Canadian-educated applicant seeking licensure as a hearing instrument practitioner (HIP) in British Columbia who completed an approved educational program within the three years immediately preceding their application.

A Canadian-educated applicant seeking licensure as a HIP in British Columbia must first apply for a Provisional licence.

HIP licensees in the Provisional class:

• May hold their Provisional status for up to one year, during which they may attempt the entry-to-practice examinations up to two times.
• Must practise under the supervision of a HIP who holds a Full licence and has been approved by CHCPBC. For details on the level of supervision required during and after completion of their practicum, see Schedule 7 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.
• Must use the word “provisional” in conjunction with their use of an Exclusive Title.
• May not practise under the supervision of more than two supervisors.

Important: Effective December 15, 2022, the College no longer accepts applications for HIP Intern status. An applicant seeking to become a HIP in BC must first apply for and be granted Provisional licensure. HIP Intern applications received prior to December 15, 2022, will not be required to convert to HIP (Provisional) licensure. Current HIP Interns may complete their HIP licensing requirements (supervised practicum, written and practical examinations) as HIP Interns.

A graduate of a recognized Canadian hearing instrument dispensing program, as outlined in the College bylaws, may apply for Provisional licensure as a HIP by having the information and documents listed below ready, and completing and submitting the application form (PDF) to licensure@chcpbc.org.

1. Official transcripts

After your credential has been awarded, arrange to have your hearing instrument dispensing program’s official transcripts sent directly from the institution to CHCPBC, either by email to licensure@chcpbc.org or by mail to CHCPBC.

Important: your official transcripts must indicate “Awarded” or “Conferred”. Unofficial or administrative transcripts that do not indicate “Awarded” or “Conferred” cannot be accepted. If your diploma has not yet been awarded, arrange to have a Letter of Completion, signed by the Dean, sent directly from the institution to CHCPBC.

2. Supervisor

You must have your supervisor approved by CHCPBC before commencing your practical training program under schedule 7 of CHCPBC Bylaws. To propose your supervisor, you and your supervisor must complete the Supervision Agreement for Provisional Licensees (PDF). If at any time you wish to request to change your supervisor, you must submit a new form to licensure@chcpbc.org.

3. Criminal record check

Under BC’s Criminal Records Review Act, all HIPs must complete a criminal record check when they first become licensed with the College and every five years thereafter.

To facilitate this, upload a notarized copy of two of the following documents in the portal:

• BC Driver’s Licence or learner’s licence (must have your photo)
• BCID
• BC Services Card (must have your photo)
• Canadian birth certificate
• Passport (photo and signature page)
• Canadian citizenship certificate or card (front and back)
• Permanent Resident card (front and back)

4. English language proficiency

Please refer to the Language Proficiency policy for information regarding approved pathways and English language proficiency requirements.

Applicants who are required to complete an approved English language proficiency test must arrange for their test results to be sent directly to CHCPBC by the testing organization.

If you choose to complete the TOEFL or IELTS examination, please follow the instructions below to arrange for your test results to be sent directly to CHCPBC.

For other approved English language proficiency tests, please contact the testing organization directly for instructions on how to arrange for your test results to be sent to CHCPBC.

• TOEFL
  Use institution code D018 when selecting the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) as a score recipient.
• IELTS
  • Log in to your IELTS account or test-taker portal.
  • Select “Request a Test Report Form.”
  • Search for and select “College of Health and Care Professionals of BC”.
  • Submit the request.

5. Professional liability insurance

All CHCPBC licensees are required to maintain professional liability insurance (PLI) that meets the minimum requirements set out in the CHCPBC Bylaws. To learn more, visit the Professional Liability Insurance page.

6. Verification of Licensure from other regulators

If you are, or have been, regulated as a health professional by any other regulatory body, you must provide a letter or certificate dated within 60 days of the date of your application from each relevant regulatory body (a “Verification of Licensure”). This must specify details of any cancellation, suspension, limitation, or conditions on your entitlement to practise, and any investigation, review, or proceeding that could lead to one of these outcomes. Verifications of Licensure may be sent to the College by email to licensure@chcpbc.org, so long as they come directly from an authorized individual at the regulatory body in question.

7. Application and licence fees

The non-refundable Application fee (see the CHCPBC Fee Schedule) is payable at application for licensure.

Upon approval of your application for licensure, the non-refundable Licence fee (see the CHCPBC Fee Schedule) is payable. The licence fee is reduced for those applying in the latter half of the licensing year (between October 1 and March 31).

Payment is accepted by credit card (Visa or Mastercard) in the portal.

8. Summary of practical training hours

Once you have obtained Provisional licensure and your supervisor(s) has/have been approved by the College, you may begin your practical training program hours. Complete your Summary of Provisional HIP Practical Training Hours Form with your supervisor (s) and email the completed form to licensure@chcpbc.org.

9. Entry-to-practice examinations

As a Provisional HIP licensee, you must pass the ILE Written Exam and the CHCPBC HID Practical Examination before CHCPBC can grant you Full licensure as a HIP.

For detailed information on the exams, see Entry-to-Practice Examinations.

10. Timeline

After you have submitted your application, staff will conduct an initial review. The sooner all of your required documentation is received by CHCPBC, the sooner the College can process your application. If satisfactory, your application will be submitted to the Registrar for final approval. You will be notified if CHCPBC requires further information for your application, or if your application will require consideration by the Licence Committee.

Please note that if you fail to meet the requirements for licensure within 90 days of submitting your application, your application will expire, and you will need to submit a new application should you wish to continue to pursue licensure with CHCPBC.

Audiology and hearing instrument dispensing are regulated as separate professions in British Columbia. Individuals wishing to practise in both professions must hold separate licences.

This page outlines the licensure process and requirements for Canadian-educated Audiology applicants seeking licensure as a Hearing Instrument Practitioner (HIP) in British Columbia.

Who Can Apply

You may be eligible to apply for licensure as a HIP under the CHCPBC Bylaws, effective April 1, 2026, if you:

• completed a recognized Canadian program in Audiology within three years immediately preceding your application; and
• completed education and clinical training that meets or exceeds the requirements set out in Schedule 8 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.

Classes of Licensure

Canadian-educated audiology graduates seeking licensure as a HIP in British Columbia must first apply for a Provisional licence.

A Provisional licensee may apply for a Full Licence after completing the practical training program under supervision (unless exempted by the Licence Committee), successfully completing the required entry-to-practice examinations, and meeting all other applicable licensure requirements.

Provisional Licensees:

• May hold their provisional status for up to one year, during which they may attempt the entry-to-practice examinations up to two times.
• Must practise under the supervision of a HIP who holds a Full Licence and has been approved by CHCPBC. For details on the level of supervision required during and after completion of their practicum, see schedule 7 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.
• Must use the word “provisional” in conjunction with their use of an Exclusive Title.
• May not practise under the supervision of more than two supervisors.

Entry-to-practice examinations

Successful completion of the two approved entry-to-practice examinations for HID is required for Full Licensure.

Please refer to the Entry-to-Practice Examination page for additional information regarding approved examinations, eligibility, and examination requirements.

Getting Started

The College thoroughly reviews every application for licensure to determine if applicants meet the College’s licensure requirements.

Step 1: Equivalency Assessment

At this stage, the College assesses whether your education, including academic coursework and clinical training, is substantially equivalent to the HID entry-to-practice requirements set out in Schedule 8 and section 6.27(b) of the CHCPBC Bylaws.

The Licence Committee may request additional documentation to assess your knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgment under section 6.30 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.

The Licence Committee will also consider whether you may be eligible for an exemption from the 660-hour practical training program required for Provisional HIP licensees. Exemptions are granted on a case-by-case basis, depending on the level of relevant clinical learning and/or work experience evident in your application.

To begin the assessment process, you are required to:

 Submit an online application through your CHCPBC Portal;

• Pay the Application Fee of $380 in accordance with the CHCPBC Fee Schedule; and
• Submit all required supporting documentation by email to licensure@chcpbc.org or directly from the issuing organization, unless otherwise directed by the College.
  • Official transcripts (must be sent directly to CHCPBC by your educational institution)
  • Academic coursework requirements form
  • Summary of Clinical Practicum Hours form (must be completed, signed, and sent directly to CHCPBC by your educational institution)
  • Professional Practice Experience (f applicable)

Once the application fee and required supporting documentation have been received, your education, clinical training, and/or professional practice experience will be reviewed by the Licence Committee.

Estimated timeline: Approximately 6–8 weeks after all required documentation and fees have been received.

Step 2: Applying for Provisional Licensure

If your equivalency assessment is complete and the Licence Committee determines that you have demonstrated substantial equivalency to the entry-to-practice requirements in British Columbia, you may be eligible to apply for licensure as a Provisional HIP with CHCPBC and will be invited to submit remaining documentation required for licensure, including but not limited to:

• A completed Supervision Agreement for Provisional Licensees (PDF) form
• verification of registration/licensure from other regulators (if applicable)
• criminal record check outside of Canada (if applicable)
• professional liability insurance documentation

Estimated timeline: Approximately 2–3 weeks after all required documentation and fees have been received.

Step 3: Become Licensed as a Provisional HIP

Once all licensure requirements have been met, you will be invited to pay the applicable licence fee outlined in the CHCPBC Fee Schedule through your CHCPBC Portal.

Upon receipt of the licence fee, CHCPBC will issue an approval email confirming your licensure status.

Processing Timeline

The average processing time is approximately 3–6 months. Processing timelines may vary depending on the completeness and complexity of the application, whether additional information or documentation is required, and the timing of Licence Committee reviews.

Licence Committee panels typically meet bi-monthly or quarterly. During the equivalency assessment process, applicants will be advised of upcoming panel meeting dates and any deadlines for submitting additional information in support of their equivalency assessment.

Validity of applications

Please refer to the Validity of Applications and Supporting Documentation policy for important information regarding application timelines, inactive applications, payment deadlines, and supporting documentation.

Downloadable forms:

• Hearing Instrument Dispensing Academic Coursework Requirements form (PDF)
• Hearing Instrument Dispensing Summary of Clinical Practicum Hours form (PDF)
• Supervision Agreement for Provisional Licensees Form (PDF)

For questions regarding the application or licensure process, please contact the College at licensure@chcpbc.org.

To practise as a Hearing Instrument Practitioner (HIP) in British Columbia, you must hold a licence with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).

This page outlines the licensure process and requirements for internationally educated applicants seeking licensure as a HIP in British Columbia.

Internationally educated applicants who currently hold a Full Audiologist (AUD) licence in another Canadian jurisdiction (except Quebec), or a Full Hearing Instrument Practitioner (HIP) licence in a regulated Canadian jurisdiction should refer to the Labour Mobility page for additional information.

Who Can Apply

You may be eligible to apply for licensure as a HIP under the CHCPBC Bylaws, effective April 1, 2026, if you:

• completed a post-secondary educational program in Audiology and/or Hearing Instrument Dispensing; and,
• completed education and clinical training that meets or exceeds the requirements set out in Schedule 8 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.

Applicants are not restricted to using one program to demonstrate that they meet the academic coursework and clinical training requirements. Coursework and clinical training from more than one program may be considered.

Note: CHCPBC does not have reciprocity agreements with international regulatory bodies or professional associations. All internationally educated applicants who are not currently licensed in another Canadian jurisdiction as a Full licensee must complete the application process outlined below and submit all required documentation.

Classes of Licensure

Internationally educated applicants seeking licensure as a HIP in British Columbia must first apply for a Provisional Licence.

A Provisional licensee may apply for a Full Licence after completing the practical training program under supervision (unless exempted by the Licence Committee), successfully completing the required entry-to-practice examinations, and meeting all other applicable licensure requirements.

Provisional Licensees:

• May hold their provisional status for up to one (1) year, during which they may attempt the entry-to-practice examinations up to two (2) times.
• Must practise under the supervision of a HIP who holds a Full Licence and has been approved by CHCPBC. For details on the level of supervision required during and after completion of their practicum, see schedule 7 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.
• Must use the word “provisional” in conjunction with their use of an Exclusive Title
• May not practise under the supervision of more than two supervisors

Entry-to-practice examinations

Successful completion of the two approved entry-to-practice examinations for HID is required for Full Licensure.

Please refer to the Entry-to-Practice Examination page for additional information regarding approved examinations, eligibility, and examination requirements.

Getting Started

The College thoroughly reviews every application for licensure to determine if applicants meet the College’s licensure requirements.

Step 1: Equivalency Assessment

At this stage, the College assesses whether your education, including academic coursework and clinical training, is substantially equivalent to the Canadian entry-to-practice requirements set out in Schedule 8 and section 6.27(b) of the CHCPBC Bylaws.

The Licence Committee may request additional documentation to assess your knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgment under section 6.30 of the CHCPBC Bylaws.

If you are a recent graduate of a master’s or doctoral degree in Audiology, the Licence Committee will consider whether you may be eligible for an exemption from the 660-hour practical training program required for Provisional HIP licensees. Exemptions are granted on a case-by-case basis, depending on the level of relevant clinical learning and/or work experience evident in your application.

To begin the assessment process, you are required to:

• Complete and submit the CHCPBC Equivalency Assessment Information Form (PDF) to licensure@chcpbc.org;
• Once the Equivalency Assessment Information Form has been reviewed, College staff will create your CHCPBC account and provide instructions for accessing the CHCPBC Portal;
• Log into your CHCPBC Portal and pay the Assessment Fee of $600 in accordance with the CHCPBC Fee Schedule; and

• Submit all required supporting documentation by email to licensure@chcpbc.org or directly from the issuing organization, unless otherwise directed by the College.
  • Official transcripts (must be sent directly to CHCPBC by your educational institution)
  • Education Evaluation (must be sent directly to CHCPBC by the evaluation organization)
  • Academic coursework requirements Form
  • Summary of Clinical Practicum Hours form (must be completed, signed, and sent directly to CHCPBC by your educational institution)
  • Professional Practice Experience (If applicable)
    • A detailed CV outlining your employment history
    • Employer verification letters confirming your duties, scope of practice, dates of employment and hours worked. These letters must be sent directly from your employer(s) to the College at licensure@chcpbc.org
    • A description of your scope of practice in your jurisdiction. This information may be obtained from your regulatory body, employer, or other official source, where applicable.
    • Records of continuing education or professional development

Please refer to the Required Documents for International Applications for additional guidance.

Once the assessment fee and required supporting documentation have been received, your education, clinical training, and/or professional practice experience will be reviewed by the Licence Committee.

Estimated timeline: Approximately 6–8 weeks after all required documentation and fees have been received.

Step 2: Applying for Provisional Licensure

If your equivalency assessment is complete and the Licence Committee determines that you have demonstrated substantial equivalency to the entry-to-practice requirements in British Columbia, you may be eligible to apply for licensure as a Provisional HIP with CHCPBC and will be invited to:

• Submit an online application through your CHCPBC Portal;
• Pay the Application Fee of $380 in accordance with the CHCPBC Fee Schedule; and
• Submit additional documentation required for licensure, including but not limited to:
  • English Language documentation (see the Language Proficiency Policy)
  • A completed Supervision Agreement for Provisional Licensees (PDF) form
  • verification of registration/licensure from other regulators (if applicable),
  • criminal record check outside of Canada (if applicable)
  • professional liability insurance documentation

Detailed instructions and any additional documentation requirements will be provided at that time. Applicants may also refer to the Required Documents for International Applications for additional guidance.

Estimated timeline: Approximately 2–3 weeks after all required documentation and fees have been received.

Step 3: Become Licensed as a Provisional HIP

Once all licensure requirements have been met, you will be invited to pay the applicable licence fee outlined in the CHCPBC Fee Schedule through your CHCPBC Portal.

Upon receipt of the licence fee, CHCPBC will issue an approval email confirming your licensure status.

Processing Timeline

The average processing time for internationally educated applications is approximately 3–6 months. Processing timelines may vary depending on the completeness and complexity of the application, whether additional information or documentation is required, and the timing of Licence Committee reviews.

Licence Committee panels typically meet bi-monthly or quarterly. During the equivalency assessment process, applicants will be advised of upcoming panel meeting dates and any deadlines for submitting additional information in support of their equivalency assessment.

Validity of applications

Please refer to the Validity of Applications and Supporting Documentation policy for important information regarding application timelines, inactive applications, payment deadlines, and supporting documentation.

Downloadable forms:

• CHCPBC Equivalency Assessment Information Form (PDF)
• Hearing Instrument Dispensing Academic Coursework Requirements Form (PDF)
• Hearing Instrument Dispensing Summary of Clinical Practicum Hours form (PDF)
• Supervision Agreement for Provisional Licensees Form (PDF)

For questions regarding the application or licensure process, please contact the College at licensure@chcpbc.org.

In accordance with Chapter 7 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement and BC’s Labour Mobility Act, the College’s Bylaws grants:

• Full licensure to practise in BC to hearing instrument practitioners (HIPs) with an equivalent licensure status in another Canadian jurisdiction, who are in good standing with the relevant regulatory body in that jurisdiction and who meet the licensure requirements set out below.

CHCPBC accepts labour mobility applications from applicants from the following Canadian jurisdictions:

Hearing Instrument Dispensing

• Alberta
• Saskatchewan
• Manitoba
• Quebec
• Nova Scotia
• Newfoundland & Labrador

If you hold conditional or provisional licensure in one of these provinces, please contact the College regarding potential application options. Labour mobility applicants must be currently authorized to practise, therefore those holding non-practising licensure are ineligible.

Note that all new licensees who have transferred to BC under labour mobility must complete the College’s Jurisprudence and Client Consent online learning courses before renewing their licensure in BC.

Labour mobility applicants to become HIPs in BC may begin practise when they have met the College’s labour mobility requirements and been granted Full licensure.

To apply, have the documents listed below ready, and complete and submit the application form (PDF) to licensure@chcpbc.org.

1. Verification of Licensure from all other regulators

Arrange to have your current Canadian regulator send a Verification of Licensure directly to CHCPBC, confirming if you are currently a licensee in good standing, authorized to practise, and have no conditions on your licence. This verification means you do not need to submit transcripts, proof of clinical hours, or proof of passing the entry-to-practice examination.

In addition to the regulator in the Canadian jurisdiction that you are coming from, you must provide a letter or certificate dated within 60 days of the date of your application from each additional regulatory body where you are or have been licensed in any health profession, in any jurisdiction (if any). This must specify details of any cancellation, suspension, limitation, or conditions on your entitlement to practise, and any investigation, review, or proceeding that could lead to one of these outcomes.

Verifications of Licensure may be sent to the College by email at licensure@chcpbc.org, so long as they come directly from an authorized individual at the regulatory body in question.

2. Criminal Record Check

Under BC’s Criminal Records Review Act, all licensees must complete a criminal record check when they first become licensed with the College and every five years thereafter.

To facilitate this, upload a notarized copy of two of the following documents in the portal:

• BC Driver’s Licence or learner’s licence (must have your photo)
• BCID
• BC Services Card (must have your photo)
• Canadian birth certificate
• Passport (photo and signature page)
• Canadian citizenship certificate or card (front and back)
• Permanent Resident card (front and back)

3. English language proficiency

Please refer to the Language Proficiency policy for information regarding approved pathways and English language proficiency requirements.

Applicants who are required to complete an approved English language proficiency test must arrange for their test results to be sent directly to CHCPBC by the testing organization.

If you choose to complete the TOEFL or IELTS examination, please follow the instructions below to arrange for your test results to be sent directly to CHCPBC.

For other approved English language proficiency tests, please contact the testing organization directly for instructions on how to arrange for your test results to be sent to CHCPBC.

• TOEFL
  Use institution code D018 when selecting the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) as a score recipient.
• IELTS
  • Log in to your IELTS account or test-taker portal.
  • Select “Request a Test Report Form.”
  • Search for and select “College of Health and Care Professionals of BC”.
  • Submit the request.

4. Professional liability insurance

All CHCPBC licensees are required to maintain professional liability insurance (PLI) that meets the minimum requirements set out in the CHCPBC Bylaws. To learn more, visit the Professional Liability Insurance page.

5. Application and licence fees

The non-refundable Application fee (see the CHCPBC Fee Schedule) is payable at application for licensure.

Upon approval of your application for licensure, the non-refundable Licence fee (see the CHCPBC Fee Schedule) is payable. The licence fee is reduced for those applying in the latter half of the licensing year (between October 1 and March 31).

Payment is accepted by credit card (Visa or Mastercard) in the portal.

6. Timelines

After you have submitted your application, staff will conduct an initial review of the application. The sooner all of your required documentation is received by CHCPBC, the sooner the College can process your application. If satisfactory, your application will be submitted to the Registrar for final approval. You will be notified if CHCPBC requires further information for your application, or if your application will require consideration by the Licence Committee.

Please note that if you fail to meet the requirements for licensure within 90 days of submitting your application, your application will expire and you will need to submit a new application should you wish to continue to pursue licensure with CHCPBC.

As specified in the College Bylaws, all required entry-to-practice examinations must be approved by the College’s Licence Committee. Exams for Hearing Instrument Dispensing approved by the Committee and available for applicants to take include the following:

• ILE Written Exam and
• CHCPBC HID Practical Exam

Applicants to become hearing instrument practitioners (HIPs) must pass both exams, including audiology graduates applying to become dually licensed audiologist–HIPs.

All applicants for licensure must take entry-to-practice exams, except those applying for Full licensure through labour mobility and those applying for Temporary licensure.

ILE Written Exam

The International Licensing Examination (ILE), a written examination administered by the International Hearing Society (IHS), is one of the two examinations required for licensure as a HIP with CHCPBC. If you have already passed the ILE Written Exam, please advise the College at the time of applying. You will need to have IHS provide proof of this directly to CHCPBC.

Otherwise, once approved as a Provisional HIP, you are eligible to sit for the ILE Written Exam. You must register for your first attempt within six months of completing your Provisional HIP practicum (660 hours of supervised clinical practice). Provisional licensees who have satisfied the practicum requirement prior to obtaining Provisional licensure should register for their first ILE Written Exam attempt within six months of being granted Provisional licensure.

CHCPBC provides your details to IHS — they will contact you directly to provide instructions about your examination booking, including payment for the examination. ILE Written Exam results are sent directly to the College after at least 10 business days, and CHCPBC will provide you with notice of your results shortly thereafter. For more information about the ILE Written Exam, visit the IHS website.

Testing candidates can request “domain-level performance results” from a previous exam attempt. This includes the percentage score the test-taker achieved in each of the five examination domains (topic areas). The information can assist unsuccessful testing candidates in preparing for another exam attempt. Candidates may request this information directly from IHS by filling out an online request form.

HID Practical Exam

The HID Practical Examination is the second required entry-to-practice examination that Provisional HIP licensees must pass to become Full licensees. This examination is administered by CHCPBC twice a year, during the spring and fall, at Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility (Head Office). Address: 2005 Quebec Street, Vancouver, BC, V5T 2Z6.

Eligibility for the HID Practical Examination

To be eligible to take the HID Practical Examination, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Provide proof of successful completion of the ILE Written Examination
• Submit a completed Summary of Provisional HIP Practical Training Hours form (PDF), unless exempted
• Applicants should complete all eligibility requirements by the eligibility completion deadline.

Session Dates and Deadlines
Spring 2026

• Dates: June 6, 7, 2026
• Examination accommodation submission deadline: April 24, 2026. Candidates requesting an accommodation must submit their request or indicate their intent to do so by this deadline. Final approval will follow the formal review process and is not required by this date.
• Registration deadline: April 24, 2026
• Eligibility completion deadline: May 29, 2026 (end of day). Candidates must complete all eligibility requirements by this date to be eligible for this exam sitting.

How to Register

1. Complete the HID Practical Exam Registration Form (PDF) and submit it to exams@chcpbc.org.
2. Upon receipt of your registration form, College staff will verify your eligibility.
3. If eligible, you will be contacted to identify any potential conflicts of interest with examiners.
4. Pay the exam fee – see the Fee Schedule (PDF).
5. Receive your official exam schedule.

Please note: Personal preferences for examination dates may not be accommodated.

How to prepare for the exam

Please review the following documents before your exam:

• Candidate Information Guide – HID Practical Examination (May 2026) (PDF)
• Madsen Astera² user guide (PDF)
• Titan user guide (PDF)
• Tympstar user guide (PDF)
• Verifit VF-2 user guide (PDF)

Examination accommodations, results and appeal

For detailed information on accommodation requests, receiving exam results, and appeal requests, please refer to the Candidate Information Guide (PDF).

To request an examination accommodation or result appeal, use the relevant form:

• HID Practical Examination Accommodation Request Form (PDF)
• HID Examination Appeal Form (PDF)

Information for all exams

All applicants applying to become RHIPs must pass the ILE Written Exam and HID Practical Exam.

Provisional licensure

If you do not have proof of passing one of the above-mentioned examinations, you must apply for the Provisional licensure classification and practise under general supervision until you have passed an approved examination. Applicants for Provisional licensure must secure a practice supervisor, who must be a Full CHCPBC licensee of the same profession in good standing.

Provisional licensees who cannot demonstrate they have already passed one of the required exams should register for their first attempt within six months of being granted Provisional licensure.

Examination attempts

Applicants are permitted three exam attempts for both the IHS Written Exam and HID Practical Exam. An applicant must complete all attempts within two years from the date of the applicant’s initial application.

For more information

For further information regarding current CHCPBC examination requirements, examination day accommodations, improper conduct during an examination and examination discrepancies, examination attempts and failures, and other aspects of entry-to-practice examinations, it is important that applicants review the Entry-to-Practice Examinations policy (PDF).

• Application for Licensure (PDF)
• Supervision Agreement for Provisional Licensees (PDF)

See Regulatory Policies for a list of CHCPBC’s licensure policies under the Health Professions and Occupations Act.