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What does HPTC stand for? Health Professionals Test Canada
What is the purpose of the HPTC? Produces the CanadianRRT entry to practice exam.
What does the exam content reflect? The National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory
Bodies "National Competency Framework", reflective of current practice in the field of cardio-respiratory
care.
When was the HPTC incorporated, and before then who produced the exam? 1989 - before the
HPTC is was the CRTO
Explain were the 2 important people are on the board of directors: Paul Williams: chair of the
exam development committee (1993-2006).
Julie Brown: chair of the board of directors (2005-2020).
Discuss the Appeal Policy of the HPTC for a medical condition:: Must be filed within 7 calendar
days with a valid medical certificate. Exam is not scored, and there is no fee associated with a medical
appeal.
Discuss the Appeal Policy of the HPTC for disqualification due to academic dishonesty: Must be
filed within 7 days after receiving the HPTC Board's decision on the infraction. The Board's decision will
be rendered within 90 days of receipt of the letter of appeal from the candidate.
Must be accompanied by a bank certified cheque or money order for $400.
Explain the timeline to get the CSRT RRT credential. 1st attempt within 18 months of graduation.
We are given 3 attempts, and successful completion must be made within 3 years of graduation.
If you don't pass any, you have to re-complete the entire components of a RT program at an approved
school.
What does EDRC stand for? Examination Development and Review Committee (EDRC)
What does HPTC stand for? Health Professionals Test Canada
What is the purpose of the HPTC? Produces the CanadianRRT entry to practice exam.
What does the exam content reflect? The National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory
Bodies "National Competency Framework", reflective of current practice in the field of cardio-respiratory
care.
When was the HPTC incorporated, and before then who produced the exam? 1989 - before the
HPTC is was the CRTO
Explain were the 2 important people are on the board of directors: Paul Williams: chair of the
exam development committee (1993-2006).
Julie Brown: chair of the board of directors (2005-2020).
Discuss the Appeal Policy of the HPTC for a medical condition:: Must be filed within 7 calendar
days with a valid medical certificate. Exam is not scored, and there is no fee associated with a medical
appeal.
Discuss the Appeal Policy of the HPTC for disqualification due to academic dishonesty: Must be
filed within 7 days after receiving the HPTC Board's decision on the infraction. The Board's decision will
be rendered within 90 days of receipt of the letter of appeal from the candidate.
Must be accompanied by a bank certified cheque or money order for $400.
Explain the timeline to get the CSRT RRT credential. 1st attempt within 18 months of graduation.
We are given 3 attempts, and successful completion must be made within 3 years of graduation.
If you don't pass any, you have to re-complete the entire components of a RT program at an approved
school.
What does EDRC stand for? Examination Development and Review Committee (EDRC)
