Career guide
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapists help people move, recover strength and manage pain after injury, surgery or illness.
- StatusRegulated profession
- TrainingMaster's degree
- Pay scale$50.00–$60.00 an hour
- Openings now7
A day in the job
You assess movement and strength, get patients walking after surgery, teach exercises, help prevent falls and decide with the team when someone is safe to go home.
Where you could work: Hospitals, rehab, clinics, community
How to get there
- Earn a bachelor's degree with the required courses
- Complete the Master of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia
British Columbia schools: University of British Columbia (opens in a new tab)
Licence and registration
- Pass the national competency exam the college requires
- Register with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
Official starting point: College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (opens in a new tab)
Trained outside Canada?
Physiotherapists educated outside Canada start with the national credential assessment, then apply to the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
Important: Requirements can change and may differ for internationally educated professionals. CareZelo links to official bodies but does not determine eligibility.