Orientation to Nursing in Ontario for Practical Nurses
School:
Algonquin College
Faculty:
School of Health and Community Studies
Degree:
Certificate
Field of Study:
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Description:
This Ontario College Certificate program is designed to prepare practical nurses registered either in Ontario or other Canadian jurisdictions, or internationally educated nurses to write the provincial registration examinations or meet other regulatory body requirements. The program also provides the graduate with the foundation required to bridge into the Practical Nursing diploma program. The graduate will find employment in the health care sector which is in serious need of nurses.
A photocopy of current registration as a practical nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario or proof of assessment by the College of Nurses of Ontario. A Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C" certificate is required prior to registration. Accepted applicants must be in good health and submit a Health Assessment Form and an Immunization Form prior to registration. Applicants who have been assessed by the College of Nurses of Ontario as having met requirements in order to write the Nurse Registration exams are also eligible for this program. Proof of this assessment is required.
Deadlines:
Application Deadline
Start Date
September 7, 2010
* 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.
