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Psychologist Licence: Moving from Manitoba to Alberta

Updated

The short answer

Direct transfer

A fully registered psychologist from another Canadian jurisdiction who met registration requirements there and practises independently is not required to complete the EPPP for registration in Alberta, though they must complete CAP's LEAP examination.

Source
“If you have met the registration requirements as a fully registered Psychologist in another Canadian jurisdiction and are permitted to practice independently, you are not required to complete the EPPP for registration in Alberta.”
cap.ab.ca/registration/mobility-applicants

Both provinces

Licensed in ManitobaMoving to Alberta
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator Psychological Association of Manitoba College of Alberta Psychologists
Guide Psychologist in Manitoba Psychologist in Alberta

Steps to transfer

  1. Apply under the CFTA

    Source
    “If you wish to apply for registration under the CFTA:”
    cap.ab.ca/registration/mobility-applicants

  2. Complete the LEAP examination

    Source
    “Yes, you are required to become familiar with local jurisprudence and therefore are required to complete CAP’s LEAP examination.”
    cap.ab.ca/registration/mobility-applicants

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with CAP

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