FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions About C.B.R.E.T., Inc.

I am a certified technologist in another field and have an interest in EEG. Can I apply to challenge the CBRET exams?

No.
Whether you are a technologist in another medical technology i.e cardiac, MRI etc, or whether you have a phD in neurophysiology or are a physician from another country, you are not able to take the CBRET examinations without fulfilling the CBRET requirements. See the Candidate requirements section

I work in Quebec under technologists not certified by CBRET Inc. How can I take the CBRET examinations and fulfill the criteria for 500 EEG tests performed under R.E.T. supervision?

As of 2020 and up to and including 2025, technologists working in Quebec under OTIMROEPMQ credentials will be able to challenge the CBRET examinations once they have demonstrated proof of fulfillment of all CBRET requirements, and have their log books signed off by an OTIMROEPMQ qualified Technologist. After the 2025 AGM the CBRET Board will review and potentially continue this allowance which was introduced in 2020.

I paid for my exam but decided to defer one year, what happens now?

If you are deferring for one year, you can request a reimbursement of those funds and pay at the later day prior to the next exam year ensuring that payment is made by the deadline. You may choose to leave the payment as is and your application for the next year’s exams will be considered complete.

I work in an English speaking Lab but am more comfortable speaking in French. Can I have my exams both in English and French?

You must make your request known when you apply. The written exams for those wanting French will come in an English/French format so you will be supplied with both.

The oral and record review portion may require you to make a definitive choice as French examiners are not always available depending on the number of candidates. If you request “both” you may be placed with English examiners if other candidates have chosen French only and examiners are limited.

What CBRET endorsed formal College Programs exist in Canada for EEG Technology training?

BCIT – British Columbia Institute of Technology: Vancouver, BC. This is the only English program in Canada https://www.bcit.ca
La Cite Collegiale – Ottawa, ON – French Program https://www.collegelacite.ca/
CCNB: Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick – Accueil – French Program https://ccnb.ca

What cities and hospitals in Canada currently have Hospital Based Training Programs?

This changes yearly, as intake of students is different for every city/center. Please contact the CBRET registrar for the most current information cbretregistrar@gmail.com