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Practical Nursing - Foreign-Trained Nursing |
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| School: |
Algonquin College |
| Faculty: |
School of Health and Community Studies |
| Degree: |
Diploma
; Co-op
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| Field of Study: |
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
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| Description: |
This program enables internationally educated nurses (IENs) to meet entry to practice requirements set for registered practical nurses in Ontario. The program provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to write the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination (CRPNE).
Building on the existing knowledge and skills of the nurse, gained in their country of origin, the student focuses on gaining an understanding of nursing practice in a Canadian context. The content is presented using a variety of delivery methods, such as classroom, laboratory, simulation, media site, and clinical practice in long-term care and acute care facilities.
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| Website: |
Practical Nursing - Foreign-Trained Nursing at Algonquin College |
| Length: |
2 Year(s) |
| Cost per year: |
| Provincial: |
$3,730.00 |
| National: |
$3,730.00 |
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Admission Requirements |
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NOTE: This is a progressive program; therefore, in each level of the program, theory and lab course requirements must be satisfactorily met before clinical practice can be accessed. Proof of assessment by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and a letter of referral from CNO recommending this program as part of the required process in order to be eligible for registration as a Practical Nurse in Ontario. Applicants for whom English is a second language must undertake an Algonquin College administered test of English as a Second Language for
which a fee of $40 will be charged. Test scores may result in a further requirement to undertake English as a Second Language (ESL) training before entering the program. In order to apply for an assessment, contact: College of Nurses of Ontario, 101 Davenport Road, Toronto, Ontario M5R 3P1, 1-800-387-5526, www.cno.org. Accepted applicants must be in good health and submit a Health Assessment and
Immunization form within the first month of class. Immunization will include: MMR, Varicella, 2 step TB, Hep B Series, Flu shot, Tetanus and Diphtheria. It is suggested that the Health Assessment and Immunization process be started two months before the program begins as it can be a lengthy process. Police Records Check Documentation and Clinical Placement Eligibility Requirements are also part of the prerequisites.
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying. |
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