Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals

Instructions

The NSCMIRTP mandate is to ensure applicants are qualified to practice as a medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals (MIRTP) in Nova Scotia. A license to practice will be granted if the applicant meets the requirements of NSCMIRTP Regulations section 8 and applicable policies.

In order for this application to be processed you must:

Complete this application in full
Upload all required documents (see document list below)
Pay all applicable fees

Important Note:

You must have a NSCMIRTP practicing license before starting employment orientation. It is a violation of the NSCMIRTP act and/or regulations to practice as a MRT or DMS without a license and a fine or penalty will occur. Please refer to sections 33(b) of the NSCMIRTP Act and sections 29(1)(d) and 38(4) of the NSCMIRTP Regulations.

All correspondence from NSCMIRTP will be sent via email. You must use an email address that you monitor regularly when registering with the College. Please add info@nscmirtp.ca to your safe senders list. If you would prefer a PDF application form, please contact NSCMIRTP.

Temporary (Provisional) Class: A temporary (provisional) license allows the MIRTP to temporarily practice as a MRT or DMS in Nova Scotia, with conditions and restrictions.

Active Registration (No Restrictions) Class: Allows the MIRTP to practice as an MRT or DMS in Nova Scotia without any conditions or restrictions.

Active Registration (With Restrictions) Class: Allows the MIRTP to practice as an MRT or DMS in Nova Scotia with conditions or restrictions.

Required Documents

Documents must be uploaded in PDF or JPG format. Alternatively, they can be sent by regular mail to NSCMIRTP but this will considerably lengthen the time for processing.

New Graduate from an accredited program in Canada:

Note: If you are missing a document, please upload a PDF/JPEG stating the document is pending. This will allow your application to be submitted and assessed for any other deficiencies.

Confirmation letter on official letterhead from an accredited MIRTP program confirming successful completion of a MIRTP program or copy of a MIRTP diploma/degree or transcript stating degree/diploma conferred. For those graduating from DAL SHS a letter will automatically be sent to NSCMIRTP. Please upload a a PDF stating you are a Dal graduate.
National Exam. Proof of passing the national exam or confirmation letter for registration to sit next writing of national certification exam Please note this must be notification that you received from CAMRT or SC and must include your name, the date of the exam and the modality of the exam.
Canadian government issued photo identification (Canadian passport, Driver’s License, or another Canadian issued photo ID)
Legal entitlement to work in Canada (Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, proof of landed immigrant resident status, or valid work permit)
Vulnerable Sectors Check from current jurisdiction you live in. You will need to print form from website https://nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicant. Link to forms is located under section “E-Demonstration of Good Character”
Proof of Professional Liability Insurance that meets NSCMIRTP PLI policy requirements (private policy, or CAMRT, or OAMRS, or SC policy).
Evidence of NSCMIRTP English language requirements. (Refer to the English Language Proficiency policy NSCMIRTP Policy and Position Statements | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP.)
Completed acknowledgement and undertaking form located on NSCMIRTP website under Canadian Educated New Grad Section for those that have not yet passed the national exam.

MIRTPs that are currently licensed in another regulated province (Labour Mobility)

Canadian government issued photo identification (Canadian passport, Driver’s License, or another Canadian issued photo ID)
Legal entitlement to work in Canada (Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, proof of landed immigrant resident status, or valid work permit)
Vulnerable Sectors Check from current jurisdiction you live in. You will need to print form from website https://nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicant. Link to forms is located under section “E-Demonstration of Good Character”
Proof of Professional Liability Insurance that meets NSCMIRTP PLI policy requirements (private policy, or CAMRT, or OAMRS, or SC policy).
Evidence of NSCMIRTP English language requirements. (Refer to the English Language Proficiency policy NSCMIRTP Policy and Position Statements | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP.)
CFTA form sent directly from current licensing college

MIRTP practicing in an unregulated province or coming from a regulated province but not currently licensed.

Proof of completion of an accredited MIRTP program (diploma/degree, transcript, registrar office letter).
Proof of passing the national entrance to practice exam in discipline of application
Canadian government issued photo identification (Canadian passport, Driver’s License, or another Canadian issued photo ID)
Legal entitlement to work in Canada (Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, proof of landed immigrant resident status, or valid work permit)
Vulnerable Sectors Check from current jurisdiction you live in. You will need to print form from website https://nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicant. Link to forms is located under section “E-Demonstration of Good Character”
Proof of Professional Liability Insurance that meets NSCMIRTP PLI policy requirements (private policy, or CAMRT, or OAMRS, or SC policy).
Evidence of NSCMIRTP English language requirements. (Refer to the English Language Proficiency policy NSCMIRTP Policy and Position Statements | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP.)

Internationally Educated MIRTP - That do not meet the Expedited Pathway

If you have completed the assessment process through CAMRT or Sonography Canada and successfully written the entry to practice exam continue with application process. If you have not yet submitted your signed acknowledgement form outlining steps of the licensing process to NSCMIRTP please contact info@nscmirtp.ca

Evidence of MRT or DMS education
Proof of passing the national entrance to practice exam in discipline of application
Canadian government issued photo identification (Canadian passport, Driver’s License, or another Canadian issued photo ID)
Legal entitlement to work in Canada (Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, proof of landed immigrant resident status, or valid work permit)
Vulnerable Sectors Check from current jurisdiction you live in. You will need to print form from website https://nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicant. Link to forms is located under section “E-Demonstration of Good Character”
Proof of Professional Liability Insurance that meets NSCMIRTP PLI policy requirements (private policy, or CAMRT, or OAMRS, or SC policy).
Evidence of NSCMIRTP English language requirements. (Refer to the English Language Proficiency policy NSCMIRTP Policy and Position Statements | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP.)

Internationally Educated MIRTP that meets Expediated Pathway

If you meet the requirements of the expedited pathway, please submit your application with the following documents.

Verification of registration form. This can be downloaded from our website under Internationally Educated New Applicants | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP
Submit two pieces of identification showing your legal name. If your name has changed, you may be required to submit a name change document such as a marriage certificate. Notarization of these documents is not required. Identification options include: a birth certificate, passport, nexus card, driver’s license, Canadian government-issued ID, citizenship card (Canadian or International)
Legal entitlement to work in Canada (Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, proof of landed immigrant resident status, or valid work permit)
Vulnerable Sectors Check from current jurisdiction you live in. You will need to print the form from our website. Canadian-Educated Applicant (CEA) | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP. Link to forms is located under section “E- Demonstration of Good Character
Proof of Professional Liability Insurance that meets NSCMIRTP PLI policy requirements (private policy, or CAMRT, or OAMRS, or SC policy).CAMRT, or OAMRS, or SC policy).
Evidence of NSCMIRTP English language requirements NSCMIRTP Policy and Position Statements | Nova Scotia College of MIRTP
Proof of passing the national entrance to practice exam in discipline of application.

I have all needed documents and am ready to complete my application.

Create Your Account

You must enter an email address that you monitor regularly. All correspondence from NSCMIRTP will be sent via email. This email address will also serve as your username.

Password

Your password must be at least 8 characters long and contain 3 of the following 4 criteria:
an upper-case letter, a lower-case letter, a number, a symbol.

Confirm Password

Confirm Password must match Password exactly.

Registration Details

Primary Modality of Practice

Secondary Modality

Application Category

Nova Scotia Applicant (New Graduate) The applicant has graduated from an institution in Nova Scotia.

Out of Province Applicant The applicant has graduated from a Canadian institution in another province and is applying for the first-time.

Out of Province Applicant (Licensed) The applicant is currently licensed in another Canadian province.

Out of Country Applicant The applicant did MIRTP education in another country and has not previously worked as a MIRTP in Canada.

Temp License The applicant is applying for a temporary 90-day license issue/reinstatement.

Out of Province (non-licensed) The applicant is employed in a non-licensed province or territory or from a regulated jurisdiction but is not currently licensed.

If you are registered as a student in another province, please have your current province of registration send proper documentation.

Please be advised, before you can work in Canada, you must first be certified through CAMRT.
If you have not written your CAMRT exam, you can find more information HERE.

IMPORTANT: Only use this form if you last held a license with NSCMIRTP prior to October 1st, 2018 and wish to be reinstated. Applicants who have held an active license with NSCMIRTP at any time after October 1st, 2018 should login to access the existing user reinstatement form. If you are an existing user and do not know your password, please click here to reset your password.

Did you resign in good standing?

Yes

Demographics

The questions in this section are optional. If you prefer not to answer, simply select "Prefer Not To Answer" and proceed to the next section.

Do you identify as First Nations, Inuk/Inuit and/or Métis?

Yes

Prefer Not To Answer

Aboriginal Status

Are you a member of a visible minority?

Yes

Prefer Not To Answer

Visible Minority

In our society, people are often described by their race or racial background. These are not based in science, but our race may influence the way we are treated by individuals and institutions, and this may affect our health. Which category(ies) best describes you? Check all that apply:

Registrant's Data

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Name You Use In Practice

Previous Names That You Worked Under

Country

Province

Postal Code

City

Address

Address Line 2

Secondary Email

Personal Phone Number

Date of Birth

Gender

Volunteer questions

I am interested in being contacted about volunteer opportunities with NSCMIRTP.

Yes No

Which area(s) are you interested in volunteering? (check all that apply)

Committee Member

Project Based Work

Site Champion

What time commitment are you interested in? (check all that apply)

Long Term Non Regular

Long Term Regular

Short Term

Thank you for your interest. A member of the College will contact you with further information regarding volunteer opportunities.

Citizenship Status
Documentation verifying your citizenship status must accompany this application form.

Citizenship

Canadian

Permanent Resident

Work Visa

Language Proficiency
If your MIRTP Training Language is not English, documentation of English proficiency is required.

Primary Language (at home)

MIRTP Training Language

Initial MIRTP Education

Institution

Education Category

Education Level

Year Completed

Province

Country

Other Education

Institution

Field of Study

Program Type

Year Completed

Province

Country

National Exam

Have you written the national exam?

Yes

Number of Attempts

Date Written

Professional Registrations (other than NSCMIRTP)
Please complete the attached Registration/Licensure Data Verification Form to support your status or registration with a regulatory/licensing organization other than the NSCMIRTP. Please note this is for provincial licensing bodies only and not national associations

Regulatory/Licensing Body

Province/State

Country

Reg./License No.

Date Registration Held From

Date Registration Held To

Insurance

Insurance Provider

Policy Number

Expiry Date

Optional Upload Document(s)

Name of File:

Choose a file to upload:

Document

Supporting Documents

I will be uploading scanned documents with this application:

Yes No

Upload documents

Required

National Exam Results

Canadian Government-Issued Photo Identification

MIRTP Education (diploma/degree/transcript)

Personal liability insurance (membership with CAMRT/SC or private policy)

Legal Entitlement to Work in Canada

Vulnerable Sector Check

Other

Proof of name change if credentials do not match current name used

Other Education/Credentials

Sending your documents by regular mail will considerably lengthen the time for processing.

Please send your documents to:
Nova Scotia College of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Professionals
1597 Bedford Hwy, Suite 202
Bedford, NS, B4A 1E7

Payment of Fees

Date registration is required

Date you wish to begin employment in Nova Scotia

Fee Details

In order for your application to be processed you must submit payment of your registration fee. The College registration year runs from January 1^st to December 31^st.

Fee Schedule

Initial Application Fee:

$100.00

Reinstatement Fee:

$100.00

NSCMIRTP Registration Fee:

Please select an application category in the Registration Details section above.
Nova Scotia Applicant: (See below fee structure)
Out of Province Applicant (New Graduate): (See below fee structure)
Out of Province Applicant (Licensed): (See below fee structure)
Out of Country Applicant: (See below fee structure)
Reinstatement: (See below fee structure)
Temp Locum License: $0.00 - Fees Waived
Out of Province (non-licensed): (See below fee structure)

January 1 to April 30 Fee: $450.00 annually.

May 1 to September 30 Fee: Prorated to $225.00.

October 1 to December 31 Fee: $225.00 for the current year + $450.00 for next whole year and will expire December 31st the following year.

This amount will be charged upon application approval.

Please note: The College's renewal period is currently open. You will be charged the prorated fees for the remainder of the current licensing year, as well as the full fees for the upcoming year. Upon approval, your license will be valid through December 31, 2025.

Total Fees Due

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Payment Method

Choose Your Method of Payment

Credit Card

Send a Cheque or Money Order via mail

Upon submission, you will be asked to provide credit card information. Visa MasterCard American Express

Upon submission, you will be given mailing details.

No payment required

Acknowledgements

I certify and solemnly declare that the contents of this Registration Application, including the Declaration and Disclosure of Information and all documents in support of this Registration Application, are true, correct and complete. I understand and agree that any false or misleading statement in this Registration Application, including within the Declaration and Disclosure of Information, may constitute professional misconduct and may result in disciplinary action by the NSCMIRTP.

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