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Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) ยท Calgary
Calgary, Alberta, Canada โ˜… 4.7
โœ“ PGWP eligible
Level
2-Year UG Diploma
CIP code
51.0817
Duration
2 Years
Open intake
Off-shoreSep 2026
Field
Health and Medical Sciences
Institution
Public College
Offer speed
Fast Offer Speed5โ€“7 days
Next deadline
2026-09-01

Program overview

The Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant diploma at SAIT in Calgary prepares you to help people recover, move and live well. This PGWP-eligible program trains you to support physiotherapists and occupational therapists, covering therapeutic exercise, mobility, daily-living skills and assistive technology.

With substantial clinical placements, you’ll graduate ready to work in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, long-term care and community health as a valued member of the therapy team.

What it costs per year ยท indicative

Tuition feeC$19,440โ‚น11,85,840
Living cost (est.)C$13,800
Application feeC$175
Total / yearC$33,240โ‚น20,27,640/yr

Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.

Do you qualify?

Minimum education
Class 12th
Minimum marks
50%
Study gap accepted
Up to 2 yrs
Maths in 12th
Not required

These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits โ€” with your marks, gap and budget โ€” is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.

Admission requirements

International admission requirements:

  • High school graduation (Grade 12) or equivalent.
  • English: at least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 (or 60% in English 30-2 equivalent).
  • Sciences: Biology 30 and/or Chemistry 30 and Math 30-1/30-2 as required (varies by program).

English proficiency (one of): IELTS Academic 6.0 (typically higher for clinical programs), PTE 53, TOEFL iBT 80 (min 20 each), or Duolingo 115. Many health programs are competitive-entry and may limit international seats.

English requirements

IELTS
6 overall
R 6L 6W 6S 6
PTE
54 overall
R 50L 50W 50S 50
TOEFL
80 iBT
R 20L 20W 20S 20
Duolingo
110 overall
R 80L 80W 80S 80

Documents you'll need typical ยท we confirm yours

  • Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
  • English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • Financial proof โ€” bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)

Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused โ€” our team checks every file before submission.

Career opportunities

  • Physiotherapy Assistant
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Rehabilitation Assistant
  • Therapy Aide
  • Mobility / Activity Support Worker
  • Community Rehab Support Worker

About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Type
College
Ownership
Public
Rating
โ˜… 4.7
Reference No.
O18761749692

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