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| School | Algonquin College | | |
| Location | Ottawa, ON, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 19,000
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| Degree | Certificate | | |
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| Length | 1 Year(s) | | |
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| Prerequisites Notes | English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher. Mathematics, Grade 11 (MBF3C or equivalent) with a grade of 60% or higher.
Applicants with International transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above along with proof of either: IELTS-International English Language Testing Service-Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with the minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening: 22 Speaking: 22, Writing: 22.
Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.
Applicants who have been out of school for a period of time are encouraged to take a refresher course in arithmetic and algebra prior to starting class. Refresher/upgrading courses are available through Academic Upgrading, the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning and through local school boards.
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| Cost |
Domestic tuition/ancillary fees: $5,487.94. International tuition/ancillary Fees: $15,037.94. | | |
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| Description | his one-year Ontario College Certificate program helps students meet the academic requirements needed to apply to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) at the University of Ottawa, including the collaborative program with Algonquin. Students interested in applying to other BScN programs are advised to consult with the admission office at the specific institution for more information. BScN programs are in high demand and the grade average required for entry varies based on the number of applicants. Students develop time- management and study skills and determine if they have the interest, aptitude and skills required to pursue a career in nursing.
Graduates are eligible to receive an Ontario College Certificate in General Arts and Science - One Year, with concentration in Pre-Nursing. Students who complete this certificate can also take advantage of articulation agreements with several health-related programs at Algonquin. Alternatively, graduates can apply to another program at the College or continue their studies in Year II of the General Arts and Science Ontario College Diploma program. Some credits may be considered as transfer credits towards other college programs.
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