Contribute to a healthcare team and support excellence in patient care.
The Practical Nursing Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for work in the healthcare system. You learn the necessary skills and techniques for the workforce. This includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation tools required to provide nursing care to those of all ages. Throughout the program, learning opportunities include theory, lab techniques, applied experiences and independent study.
As a student, you have the opportunity to gain hands-on skills in a variety of healthcare facilities. An added benefit of this program is the Simulation Lab on campus, where you experience realistic patient care scenarios. These help to build confidence in your skills and techniques before working with patients in clinical placements. Placements are in community settings such as retirement homes, long-term care homes and hospitals.
To practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario, you are required to be licensed by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). This program gives you the necessary knowledge and skills to write the Regulatory Exam - Practical Nurse (REx-PN) in Ontario.
Registered Practical Nurses work in close collaboration with healthcare teams. You may find employment in a variety of settings such as:
community clinics
private homes
long term care homes
medical, surgical, and obstetrical units
You may also choose to pursue further studies after graduation.
September 2027
Ottawa Campus
1385 Woodroffe Avenue,
Ottawa,
Ontario,
K2G 1V8, Central Canada, Canada
January 2027
Ottawa Campus
1385 Woodroffe Avenue,
Ottawa,
Ontario,
K2G 1V8, Central Canada, Canada
English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
Biology, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
Chemistry, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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