Students who have completed Practical Nursing are be able to Bridge into the Bachelor of Science – Nursing degree. They will have a designated semester of courses specific for practical nursing graduates that will support their entry into the degree program. 

This program will prepare them for a meaningful career in this critical health care profession. Gain the skills, knowledge and leadership necessary to succeed in this relevant career field. Training is student-centred and interprofessional, and professors work with partners in the community to provide students with diverse, real-world experiences. Clinical practice focuses on mental health, acute care, home care, public health, gerontology and maternal and child health. Graduates will be eligible to write the nurse registration examination, and upon successful completion, can apply for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and will be able to practise as nursing professionals in a variety of clinical settings.

Successful completion of a two year Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) diploma with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0

• International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or DuoLingo or Pearson Test of English (Academic)

If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency. View current English Language Proficiency Requirements(pdf).

Mandatory Non-Academic Requirements for Placement:

Work-Integrated Learning (also called Placement, Field Placement, Practicum, Clinical Placement, etc.) provides students with rich and meaningful experiences wherein they have the opportunity to apply and extend the learning they gain from the classroom in real-word contexts. View placement requirements here.