Study Ontario College Diploma in Practical Nursing at Cambrian College in Canada, School of Health Sciences
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Ontario College Diploma in Practical Nursing
Cambrian College

Canada

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About this course

What will I learn?

Prepare for a career as a registered practical nurse (RPN) with a combination of hands-on training and a strong foundation in nursing theory. Cambrian’s program is approved (Category 1) by the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current graduates from this program are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario. Our program features smaller lab sizes and practical learning in Cambrian’s high-tech nursing labs.You’ll advance your skills and gain real-world experience by working alongside health care professionals, with over 800 clinical hours in diverse placements in the community. Upon graduation, you can apply to write the CNO registration exam and are eligible to apply to become a registered practical nurse in Ontario.

Which department am I in?

School of Health Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
CAD$19,986.92 (US$ 14,366) per year
Health and Counselling- 17.13
Application deadline

Expected February 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Barry Downe Campus (Sudbury)

1400 Barry Downe Road,

Sudbury,

Ontario,

P3A 3V8, Central Canada, Canada

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
CAD$19,986.92 (US$ 14,366) per year
Health and Counselling- 17.13
Start date

January 2027

Venue

Barry Downe Campus (Sudbury)

1400 Barry Downe Road,

Sudbury,

Ontario,

P3A 3V8, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

  • Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
  • Any grade 11 (U) or (C) or grade 12 biology (U)
  • Any grade 11 (U) or grade 12 chemistry (C) or (U)
  • Any grade 11 (C), (U) or (M) or grade 12 mathematics (C) or (U)

Please note: A minimum combined overall average of 70% is required in the prerequisite courses listed above.

Recommended:

  • Computer competency in relevant software

Additional Requirements:

  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate Level (HCP) Health Care Provider (must be current for entire program)
  • Current Standard First Aid Certificate (must be current for entire program)
  • Mask testing (for N-95 mask)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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