This unique program prepares internationally educated nurses (IENs) for professional nursing practice in Canada. This program is designed for IENs who demonstrate fundamental knowledge-based nursing practice and are required by The British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) to renew and enhance nursing knowledge and skills, in preparation for nursing practice and licensure in Canada. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Please be advised that applications to this program will only be accepted from Canadian citizens and permanent residents / landed immigrants of Canada. Applicants with an International Registered Nursing Education program completed more than 5 years from the term of admission will also require one of the following five options: - An Inspire Global Assessment (formerly known as the Nursing Community Assessment Service (NCAS)) Summary with the following minimum practice competencies:
- Section 2 with 50%, or less, of undemonstrated competency themes, or
- Section 2 with 51%, or more, undemonstrated competency themes, and the KPU course PNUR 9030, Nurse Ready (Evolve online portion is not required)
- Successful completion of the NCLEX-RN registered nurse exam within the last 5 years.
- Current registration as a Canadian licensed practical nurse (LPN).
- Employed as a registered nurse for a minimum of 1125 hours within the last 5 years.
- Successful completion of the KPU course PNUR 9030, Nurse Ready (Evolve online portion is not required). For further information regarding PNUR 9030 see kpu.ca/cps/health
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| Application Notes : | All newly admitted students to the program will be required to provide: - Valid Canadian CPR Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR Health Care Provider (HCP) certification from one of the approved providers listed on the department webpage at: kpu.ca/health/gnie (Note: CPR certification must remain current throughout the program).
- An acceptable Criminal Record Check through the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General's Criminal Records Review Program within 6 months prior to the start of the program.
- Immunization Record Form reflecting required immunizations as per Practice Education Guidelines for BC. Note: Practice Education Guidelines (PEG) for BC outline immunizations for vaccine preventable communicable diseases required by students for participation in practice experiences. KPU Faculty of Health is required to comply with these requirements. Students that are unvaccinated may not be able to be accepted into the program. Students who are accepted into the program will also be required to maintain immunizations as per the PEG.
As this is a limited-intake program, meeting admission requirements does not guarantee admission. |
* 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.