Please read the following carefully. Our entrance testing process is changing for intakes beginning in Fall 2027 and beyond.
The following programs require applicants to complete one or more entrance tests:
| Program | Profession-specific Entrance Assessment (PSEA) | CASPer Situational Judgement Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography | ✅ Required | ✅ Required |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Saskatchewan interprovincial program | ✅ Required | ❌ Not required |
| Medical Laboratory Assistant | ✅ Required | ❌ Not required |
| Medical Laboratory Technology | ✅ Required | ❌ Not required |
| Medical Radiologic Technology | ✅ Required | ❌ Not required |
| Nuclear Medicine Technology | ✅ Required | ❌ Not required |
| Primary Care Paramedic | ✅ Required | ✅ Required |
| Respiratory Therapy | ✅ Required | ✅ Required |
If you're applying for intakes beginning in Winter or Spring 2027
If you're applying for our:
- Primary Care Paramedic program beginning Winter 2027
- Medical Laboratory Assistant program beginning Winter or Spring 2027
You must apply to the program and write the entrance test(s). Both steps must be completed to proceed with the entrance testing process.
Entrance testing process
If you're applying for one or more of our allied health program intakes beginning in Fall 2027 or beyond, follow the process below.
You will apply to the program first. You will not complete your entrance tests until we've confirmed you meet the academic requirements.
Review the program's admission requirements
Carefully review all academic admission requirements for your program of interest and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography admission requirements
- Medical Laboratory Assistant admission requirements
- Medical Laboratory Technology admission requirements
- Medical Radiologic Technology admission requirements
- Nuclear Medicine Technology admission requirements
- Primary Care Paramedic admission requirements
- Respiratory Therapy admission requirements
Apply to the program
Applications for Fall intakes typically open the first week of October, while Winter and Spring intakes open in early March.
After you apply, the SAIT Admissions team will review your application and determine whether you have met, or conditionally met, the academic admission requirements. Admission updates will be posted to your applicant admissions portal.
Instructions to complete your entrance test(s) will be provided to you once we confirm you've met the academic requirements.
Request accommodations early (if required)
If you require accommodations for your entrance tests, start the process early. Late requests may not allow enough time to arrange accommodations.
To request accommodations, contact Accessibility Services at SAIT and provide your:
- name
- SAIT ID (if available), and
- program(s) you applied to.
Obtain an accommodation memo from Accessibility Services.
Complete your entrance test(s)
Once you receive your testing invitation:
- follow the instructions provided
- complete all required entrance test(s)
- ensure your assessments are completed before the applicable deadlines.
Test and program application deadlines
Dates and deadlines are subject to change. Tests submitted after posted deadlines will not be reviewed or accepted.
Refer to the two-cycle admission process for more details on decision release dates.
PSEA deadlines
| Program | Intake semester | Program application deadline | PSEA deadline* | Round 1 decisions released week of | Round 2 decisions released week of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography (including Saskatchewan intake) |
Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Medical Laboratory Assistant | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Medical Radiologic Technology | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Nuclear Medicine Technology | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Primary Care Paramedic | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Respiratory Therapy | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
*The PSEA deadline is 11:30 pm MST on the specified date.
CASPer deadlines
| Program | Intake semester | Program application deadline | CASPer deadline* | Round 1 decisions released week of | Round 2 decisions released week of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Primary Care Paramedic | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Respiratory Therapy | Fall 2027 | March 1, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | Jan. 18 – 22, 2027 | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
*The CASPer deadline is 6 pm MST on the specified date.
What happens after I write the test(s)?
Two-cycle admission process
Your test score(s) will be submitted to SAIT for review and verification. Your application will be ranked based on your Entrance Test Process (ETP) scores.
First round
- Qualified applicants with the highest entrance test scores will receive admission offers first.
- Applicants who are not offered a seat in the first round will continue to be considered in the second round.
Second round
- Any remaining available seats will be offered to newly qualified applicants and to the applicants from round one with the highest entrance test scores.
- After the second round, qualified applicants who are not offered a seat will be placed on a ranked waitlist.
- Applicants who are not admitted must reapply and complete the entrance testing process again for a future intake.
Admission decisions
Admission decisions will be communicated by email and posted in your admissions portal according to the published release dates.
Test scores and results
- Your actual test results will be calculated by SAIT based on your specific program.
- Your admissions portal will reflect when your assessment has been received, but your actual scores will not be reflected.
- Due to the large number of applicants, we are unable to provide feedback on assessment results or areas for improvement
Can I prepare for these tests in advance?
Tips for preparing for the PSEA
- Review coursework related to the admission requirements, including the Alberta curriculum materials for subjects listed for your program. Focus on reading comprehension, math, and science.
- Increase your awareness and learn more about the career by consulting the program pages and the ALIS website.
- Improve and practice your typing skills.
- Use the CASper prep site to help you practice answering questions related to reasoning, decision making and problem solving.
- Attend one of our Entrance Testing Info Sessions. Check our events calendar to find an upcoming session.
Tips for preparing for the CASper Assessment
- Learn about the test and use the practice questions on the CASPer site.
- Review the FAQ's and videos. Find more resources to help you prepare.
Contact us
Have questions? We're here to help!
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