Some courses may transfer as advanced credit, meaning they directly replace specific university courses, while others may count as general credit toward elective or degree requirements.
What it costs if you start Blended w/ in-person labs - in September 2026
This program offers different learning styles that affect your tuition fees and course load.
Depending on what style you choose you will have a different set of tuition fees and courses list.
Select a different start date to see the different fee scheduleThe amounts listed are based on a full-time course load and are estimates, so should not be used as actual numbers. All amounts listed are in Canadian (CAD) currency.| Tuition estimate | + | Fees estimate | = | Total estimate | |
| Term 1 | $2,505.60 | + | $906.25 | = | $3,411.85 |
| Term 2 | $1,879.20 | + | $595.50 | = | $2,474.69 |
| Term 3 | $3,132.00 | + | $540.75 | = | $3,672.75 |
| Term 4 | $2,556.00 | + | $1,048.70 | = | $3,604.70 |
| Term 5 | $1,917.00 | + | $537.75 | = | $2,454.75 |
| Term 6 | $2,982.00 | + | $470.75 | = | $3,452.75 |
| Term 7 | $2,343.00 | + | $861.25 | = | $3,204.25 |
| Term 8 | $2,343.00 | + | $550.75 | = | $2,893.75 |
| Term 9 | $1,065.00 | + | $309.75 | = | $1,374.75 |
| Total estimate | $20,722.80 | + | $5,821.45 | = | $26,544.25 |
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| Tuition estimate | + | Fees estimate | = | Total estimate | |
| Term 1 | $6,084.00 | + | $906.25 | = | $6,990.25 |
| Term 2 | $4,563.00 | + | $595.50 | = | $5,158.50 |
| Term 3 | $7,605.00 | + | $540.75 | = | $8,145.75 |
| Term 4 | $6,387.60 | + | $1,048.70 | = | $7,436.30 |
| Term 5 | $4,790.70 | + | $537.75 | = | $5,328.45 |
| Term 6 | $7,452.20 | + | $470.75 | = | $7,922.95 |
| Term 7 | $5,855.30 | + | $861.25 | = | $6,716.55 |
| Term 8 | $5,855.30 | + | $550.75 | = | $6,406.05 |
| Term 9 | $2,661.50 | + | $309.75 | = | $2,971.25 |
| Total estimate | $51,254.60 | + | $5,821.45 | = | $57,076.05 |
Visit Tuition and fees for more details on the various fees for your program.
NorQuest College Student Financial Aid helps you see the financial resources you are eligible for. The Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant program qualifies for several funding options.
Courses for Blended w/ in-person labs - in September 2026
This program offers an in-person or online option.
Depending on what style you choose you will have a different set of courses each term.
Online courses
Students can complete theory courses part-time from home, with the full program taking up to three years. All program-specific courses must be finished within five years.
- Theory: Available online anytime, with up to two live sessions per course. Instructor support is provided via email, phone, or video. Deadlines apply for assignments and exams.
- Labs: Held in person at the Edmonton campus — You need to be on campus approximately five times for a total of 21 days.
- You must complete 28 courses to graduate.
- Courses marked with (O) are available through Open Studies.
- Credits needed for full-time status: 9 credits (fall, winter); 5 credits (spring, summer)
Term 1 - 16 weeks, 3 courses
| Introduction to Communications | COMM1001 (O) | 3 credits |
| Scientific and Technical Writing | ENGL2510 (O) | 3 credits |
| Introduction to Rehabilitation | RHAB1001 (O) | 3 credits |
Term 2 - 16 weeks, 4 courses
| Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology | ANPH1000 (O) | 3 credits |
| Therapeutic Mobility | THPR1100 | 3 credits |
| Communication and Collaboration in Health Care | COMM2001 | 3 credits |
| Wellness Through Leisure | WELL1000 (O) | 3 credits |
Term 3 - 8 weeks, 3 courses
| Functional Anatomy | ANPH1004 | 3 credits |
| Mental Health First Aid | MHAD1007 (O) | 1 credits |
| Guiding the Journey: An Interactive Approach to Dementia Care | DEMC1001 | 2 credits |
Term 4 - 16 weeks, 3 courses
| Therapeutic Cardiopulmonary and Preventative Care | THPR1101 | 3 credits |
| Therapeutic Physical and Environmental Adaptations | THPR1102 | 3 credits |
| Therapeutic Modalities | THPR1103 | 3 credits |
Term 5 - 16 weeks, 3 courses
| Therapeutic Recreation: Intervention Programming Theory | TRDC1010 | 4 credits |
| Therapeutic Recreation: Intervention Lab | TRDC1020 | 2 credits |
| Therapeutic Exercise | THPR1105 | 3 credits |
Term 6 - 8 weeks, 3 courses
| OTA/PTA Practicum I | PPRT2003 | 3 credits |
| Therapeutic Range of Motion and Outcome Measures | THPR1104 | 3 credits |
| Integrated Care Across the Lifespan | THPR2033 | 3 credits |
Term 7 - 16 weeks, 3 courses
| Recreation Therapy Assistant Practicum | PPRT2005 | 4 credits |
| Mental Health and Cognition | THPR2027 | 2 credits |
| OTA/PTA Practicum II | PPRT2004 | 5 credits |
Term 8 - 16 weeks, 4 courses
| Professional Practice for Therapy Assistants | THPR2032 | 1 credits |
| Supporting Speech and Communication | THPR2100 | 3 credits |
| Supporting Language and Swallowing | THPR2101 | 3 credits |
| Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Practicum | PPRT2006 | 4 credits |
Term 9 - 8 weeks, 1 course
| OTA/PTA Practicum III | PPRT2007 | 5 credits |
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