As of June 12, 2017, the Canadian Association of Pathologists offers a compliant certification criteria and process for PAs. Canadian PAs can apply for certification immediately via the Canadian Certification Council of Pathologists’ Assistant (CCCPA-CCCAP).
All non-grandparented PAs are required to write an examination, and all grandparented and On the Job Training (OJT) PAs are to provide specific documentation regarding their experience.
A comprehensive outline of certification requirements can be found on the
CCCPA-CCCAP website.