How to Become a Denturist in Ontario
Do you need a licence?
Licence required
You must be registered with the College of Denturists of Ontario to work as a denturist in Ontario or to use a protected title.
- Protected titles
- Denturist
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“In Ontario, only individuals with a current Certificate of Registration (COR) with the College can practise denturism or use the title 'Denturist'.”
From denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist.aspx, checked October 10, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Licence required See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 7 steps
- Licensed in another province: 5 steps, listed one-time fees $113
- Trained outside Canada: 8 steps
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
Your roadmap
Tick each step as you finish it. Your ticks are kept in this browser only.
Trained in Canada
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- 7 steps without a listed fee
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You create an online profile by submitting the online QE Initial Application once, including payment of any applicable fees.
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“Create an online profile by submitting the Online QE Initial Application once, including payment of applicable fees.”
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You upload scanned copies of the required documents, except transcripts, through your online profile in the CDO Portal.
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“Scanned copies of the documents below (except for transcripts) can be uploaded directly through your online profile within the CDO Portal:”
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If you graduated from a non-approved program, you submit the Substantial Equivalency Assessment Form so the Registration Committee can assess your program.
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“In addition to the Online QE Initial Application and Required Supporting Documents outlined above, the following documentation is required for a Substantial Equivalency Assessment for Graduates of Non-Approved Programs:”
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You are notified by email once your completed QE Initial Application is approved and you become an eligible QE candidate.
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“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.”
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You register for the Qualifying Examination through the CDO Portal.
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“Candidates must register for the QE through the CDO Portal.”
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After passing the Qualifying Examination, you log in to the CDO Portal to start the online COR application.
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“To apply for a COR, log in to the CDO Portal to start the online COR Application.”
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You assemble the required supporting documents and upload them using the CDO Portal.
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“Assemble the required supporting documents, and upload them using the CDO Portal:”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f...
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
7 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
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- Listed one-time fees: $113
- 4 steps without a listed fee
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You complete an online application and pay the application fee.
- Labour Mobility application fee: $113
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“Complete an online application including paying an application fee of $100.00 + HST = $113.00.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
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“Complete an online application including paying an application fee of $100.00 + HST = $113.00.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx - Labour Mobility application fee: $113
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You obtain a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check from your local or national police agency.
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“Obtain a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check from your local or national police agency.”
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You obtain a Letter of Standing, also called a Letter of Professional Conduct, from your current regulator addressed to the College.
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“Letter of Standing aka Letter of Professional Conduct from your current regulator addressed to the College of Denturists of Ontario.”
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You provide a notarized copy of proof of citizenship, permanent residency, or legal authority to work in Canada.
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“Notarized copy of proof of citizenship, permanent residency, or legal authority to work in Canada.”
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Once your application is approved, you pay a pro-rated registration fee.
Source
“Once your application is approved, you will be required to pay a pro-rated registration fee.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
Listed fees for this route
One-time total listed: $113
| Fee type | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Application | $113 | 100% |
| One-time total | $113 | 100% |
4 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Trained outside Canada
0 of 8 done
- 8 steps without a listed fee
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You create an online profile by submitting the online QE Initial Application once, including payment of any applicable fees.
Source
“Create an online profile by submitting the Online QE Initial Application once, including payment of applicable fees.”
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You upload scanned copies of the required documents, except third-party credential evaluation reports, through your online profile in the CDO Portal.
Source
“Scanned copies of the documents below (except for Third-Party Credential Evaluation Reports) can be uploaded directly through your online profile within the CDO Portal:”
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You arrange for a third-party credential evaluation report to be sent directly to the College from an approved credential evaluation agency.
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“Third-Party Credential Evaluation Report sent directly to the College from an approved credential evaluation agency (please review the Third-Party Credential Evaluation Policy).”
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You submit the Substantial Equivalency Assessment Form so the Registration Committee can assess your educational program.
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“In addition to the Online QE Initial Application and Required Supporting Documents outlined above, the following documentation is required for a Substantial Equivalency Assessment for Internationally Educated Individuals:”
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You are notified by email once your completed QE Initial Application is approved and you become an eligible QE candidate.
Source
“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.”
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You register for the Qualifying Examination through the CDO Portal.
Source
“Candidates must register for the QE through the CDO Portal.”
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After passing the Qualifying Examination, you log in to the CDO Portal to start the online COR application.
Source
“To apply for a COR, log in to the CDO Portal to start the online COR Application.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f... -
You assemble the required supporting documents and upload them using the CDO Portal.
Source
“Assemble the required supporting documents, and upload them using the CDO Portal:”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f...
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
8 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.
- Certificate of Registration (COR) Application Fee: $113
Source
“Certificate of Registration (COR) Application Fee $113.00 ($100.00 + $13.00 HST)”
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Requirements
Education
You must hold a diploma in Denturism from an accredited Canadian institution or have completed a program the Registration Committee considers substantially equivalent to an approved Denturism program.
Source
“have successfully completed a post-secondary program in Denturism or equivalent that is, in the opinion of the Registration Committee, substantially equivalent to an approved Denturism program”
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Experience
Under As of Right, you must have engaged in the practice of Denturism within the last three years.
Source
“Have engaged in the practice of Denturism within the last three years.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
Police check
You must provide a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check from your local police department or RCMP detachment.
Source
“A copy of a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check provided from your local police department or RCMP detachment”
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Insurance
Under As of Right, you must currently hold active Professional Liability Insurance with coverage in Ontario.
Source
“Currently hold active Professional Liability Insurance with coverage in Ontario.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
Good character
Under As of Right, you must have no previous findings of professional misconduct, incompetence, or incapacity.
Source
“No previous findings of professional misconduct, incompetence, or incapacity.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
Other
You must successfully complete the College's Qualifying Examination.
Source
“Successful completion of the College's Qualifying Examination”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f...You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, hold a valid work permit, or have authorization under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
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“Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada, hold a valid work permit, or have authorization under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f...You must have successfully completed the Jurisprudence Examination no earlier than 12 months before applying for your COR.
Source
“NEW: Successful completion of the the Jurisprudence Examination no earlier than 12 months prior to the date of application for their COR.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f...If you did not complete your health care education in English or French, you must demonstrate language proficiency.
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“If you did not complete your relevant health care education and instruction in English or French, you are required to demonstrate language proficiency.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f...If you have ever been registered as a health care professional in any jurisdiction, the regulatory body must submit a letter of standing directly to the College.
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“If you are currently, or have ever been, registered as a health care professional in Ontario or any other jurisdiction, please have the appropriate regulatory body submit a letter of standing (on official letterhead) directly to [email protected].”
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Already licensed in another province?
Direct transfer
Denturists currently registered and in good standing with another Canadian Denturism regulator may apply for a Certificate of Registration under the Labour Mobility Act, 2009, with an expedited process and without undertaking the qualifying examinations. Source
“Labour Mobility applicants will benefit from an expedited registration process and will not need to undertake the qualifying examinations.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
Apply under Labour Mobility
Source
“Denturists who are currently registered and in good standing with another Canadian Denturism regulator may apply for a Certificate of Registration (license) under the Labour Mobility Act, 2009.”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
Credential assessment
Not stated by the regulator Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
Exams
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Qualifying Examination
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“Successful completion of the College's Qualifying Examination”
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Substantial Equivalency Assessment
Source
“the following documentation is required for a Substantial Equivalency Assessment for Graduates of Non-Approved Programs:”
denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Qualifying-Examination/Out-of-Provinc...
Language tests
Not stated by the regulator Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
Canadian experience
Not stated by the regulator Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
Supervised practice
Not stated by the regulator Check with College of Denturists of Ontario
Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $37,561 | $46,400 | $136,000 | Good (4 of 5) |
| Canada | $32,867 | $54,000 | $122,000 | — |
Denturists in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Licence required
- Alberta Licence required
- Saskatchewan Licence required
- Manitoba Licence required
- Quebec Licence required
- New Brunswick Not confirmed yet
- Nova Scotia Licence required
- Prince Edward Island Not confirmed yet
- Newfoundland and Labrador Not confirmed yet
- Yukon Not confirmed yet
- Northwest Territories Licence required
- Nunavut Not confirmed yet
Sources checked
- College of Denturists of Ontario - Registering as a Denturist denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist.aspx · fetched October 10, 2026
- College of Denturists of Ontario - Out of Province Graduates denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Qualifying-Examination/Out-of-Provinc... · fetched October 10, 2026
- College of Denturists of Ontario - Applying for a Certificate of Registration (COR) denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Applying-f... · fetched October 10, 2026
- College of Denturists of Ontario - Labour Mobility/As of Right denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Labour-Mobility-(1).aspx · fetched October 10, 2026
- College of Denturists of Ontario - Internationally Educated denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Qualifying-Examination/Internationall... · fetched October 10, 2026
- College of Denturists of Ontario - Registration Fees denturists-cdo.com/Applicants/Registering-as-a-Denturist/Registrati... · fetched October 10, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as a denturist in Ontario?
Yes. Registration with the College of Denturists of Ontario is required to practise in Ontario, and to use the title Denturist.
Which exams are required?
Qualifying Examination, Substantial Equivalency Assessment.
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