Portage College

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Practical Nurse

Portage College

Faculty:Health and Wellness
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $5,317

Listed cost includes tuition and mandatory fees.

Careers:Nurses Aides and Orderlies

Description:

Our program emphasizes collaboration, health promotion, and family-centered nursing. You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to work in a wide variety of health care settings, both rural and urban. Our enthusiastic, experienced instructors focus on building your competency in nursing practice through imaginative, innovative classroom and lab experiences. As a graduate, you'll be eligible to write the national licensing examination administered through the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).

This two-year diploma program is delivered in two formats: onsite and blended delivery. Returning second-year students will be on-site as much as possible to take part in labs. First-year students will take theory classes online and will be on-site in the fall semester.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade11 Mathematics 

  • Biology 30 with Minimum 60% or equivalency
  • English 30 or 30-1 with Minimum 60% OR English 33 or 30-2 with Minimum 70% or equivalency
  • Math 20 Pure or Math 20-1 with Minimum 50% OR Math 20-2 with Minimum 60% or equivalency
  • Chemistry 30 is strongly recommended
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.0] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 23]
Application Notes :

  • Minimum age of 18 prior to first practicum placement
  • Copy of CPR Heart & Stroke BLS for Healthcare Providers Certificate. Must be valid until the end of April of first year.
  • Current Signed Immunization Record - To be completed prior to Clinical Placement
  • Signed Health Status Questionnaire
  • Police Information Check & Vulnerable Sector Search - To be completed prior to Clinical Placement

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* 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.

Modified on August 04, 2022