CASPer Situational Judgement Assessment

The CASPer assessment evaluates non-cognitive skills and interpersonal characteristics important for academic and professional success in healthcare. This assessment is comprised of 12 sections of video and written scenarios. Following each scenario, you will have a set amount of time to answer a set of probing questions. Proficient typing skills may be an asset to applicants.

To complete the CASPer assessment, visit TakeAltus.com to create an account and register to book an appointment to complete the assessment. 

The assessment can only be completed once within the academic year (July 1 through June 30 the following year). One CASPer result will be accepted per application. However, you can use the same assessment results for multiple program applications.

Make sure to pay the distribution fee for each program you are interested in so that your results are forwarded to the appropriate program(s).

You do not need to complete a Snapshot assessment.

CASPer cost

The CASPer assessment costs $50 CAD plus $16 per program.

You pay once to write the assessment. You will pay an additional fee of $16 to send the assessment score for each program application.

Test fees are non-refundable.

CASPer assessment deadlines

Dates and deadlines are subject to change. Tests submitted after the posted deadlines will not be reviewed or accepted.

🚨 Interprovincial students from Saskatchewan will not be required to write the CASPer for the Fall 2025 intake.

_{*The CASPer deadline is 4:30 pm MST on the specified date.}

_{** Refer to the two-cycle admission process information for more details on decision release dates.}

Preparing for the CASPer test

The CASPer test typically is a 90-110 minute online, open-response situational judgement test. The test is divided into two response sections:

• the video response section, which is the first portion of the test,
• followed by the typed response section for a total of 14 scenarios. 

We recommend you complete the assessment as early as possible.

Test preparation resources >

During the CASPer assessment 

CASPer assessments are done by appointment. Once you have paid for the assessment, you will need to book an appointment to complete the assessment. All appointments are in Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Once you have completed the exam, you must distribute the results to ensure they are forwarded to the appropriate program(s). 

CASPer results

CASPer assessment scores are distributed to the program approximately two weeks following the session. Once you have completed the entrance testing process and submitted your program application, you can log in to your admission status portal to monitor the status of your application.

Entrance exam booking process