Canadian Career Education College (CCEC)
“Registered as a career college under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005”
Education for Internationally Trained Medical Practitioners Certificate
A full-time bridge training program that helps internationally trained medical practitioners understand the Canadian health care system, community health practice, and professional communication, and prepare for the Canadian licensing pathway.
Who This Program Is For
- Internationally trained physicians preparing for the Canadian licensing pathway.
- International medical graduates who need to understand Canadian health care and community practice.
- Newcomers to Canada exploring health care roles while pursuing licensure.
Subjects Taught
- Understanding the Canadian Health Care System
- Community Health
- Health Care and Legal Systems
- Social Justice and Equity
- Introduction to Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Therapeutic Communication Skills
- Trauma and Resiliency
- Recovery-Oriented Practice
- Crisis and Solution-Focused Interventions
- Canadian Licensing and Career Success in the Health Care Sector
Related occupational group: NOC 31102, general practitioners and family physicians. Example job titles include family physician, general practitioner, and medical doctor.
Schedule and Tuition
- Duration: 21 weeks, full time (425 hours; six months or less)
- Tuition: CAD $7,975. Tuition may be paid in instalments. See Student Loans and Financial Aid.
- Not included in tuition: textbooks, the LOA fee, and the international student fee (CAD $1,000, where applicable)
- Application deadline: domestic applicants may apply up to 15 days before the start date
- Start dates: see the current Enrolment Schedule
Admission Requirements
Academic
- Post-graduate education in a specific skill or regulated profession, or equivalent.
- Applicants are typically internationally trained in the related occupation (NOC 31102, general practitioners and family physicians).
- Apply through the Program Registration Portal to receive a free initial qualifying assessment. You will then receive instructions to upload your credentials securely.
International Applicants
- Domestic and international applicants may apply.
- This program runs six months or less. A study permit and a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) are not required.
- Completion does not qualify a student for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
Delivery and Assessment
Delivery
Full-time instruction in English, delivered in person at the Vaughan campus or online through the College learning management system (LMS). Online students must meet the College System Requirements. No internship or placement is required.
Assessment
Each module or subject ends with an online multiple-choice examination and assignments. The pass mark is 60%.
Important Information
Please read before you apply
- “This program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.”
- Practising medicine in Canada requires the qualifying examinations of the Medical Council of Canada, residency training where required, and a licence from the provincial or territorial licensing authority.
- Completion does not grant any examination result, residency position, registration, or licence.
- The College does not guarantee licensure, registration, employment, or salary outcomes.
Read the full Bridge Training Program Disclaimer, the Refund Policy, and the College Policies.
Ready to Apply?
The application takes about 15 to 20 minutes. We recommend using a computer. For questions about eligibility or admission, email Send us an email.
Canadian Career Education College (CCEC) is registered as a career college under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005. College email comes only from @ccecollege.online, @ccecollege.com, or @cancollege.online.
Canadian Career Education College (CCEC)
Registered career college in Ontario.
DLI # O262228554872 · OSAP Approved
Phone: 1-905-499-3631, ext. 102 or 103
Email: Administration · All contacts
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