The equivalency examination is a standardized multiple-choice test that assesses the academic competencies of a foreign-trained environmental public health professional.
The BoC assesses the credentials of foreign-trained candidates to determine if their education and experience qualifies them to sit the equivalency exam. The eligibility criteria for candidates applying for the equivalency exam is as follows:
Examination sitting
April 2024
Application period*
October 1, 2023 – January 1, 2024
Examination date
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
*Candidates will be notified if they meet the eligibility criteria to sit the BOC equivalency exam by Monday, January 22, 2024.