Registered Nurse Pathway to Canada Practice

Credential:

Certificate of Achievement

Program length:

1 Term

Area:

Health & Wellness

School:

School of Health and Wellness

About

The Registered Nurse Pathway to Canadian Practice is designed to support internationally educated nurses (IENs) and inactive or returning nurses in meeting requirements to practice in Canada. This comprehensive program provides the theoretical knowledge, skills and professional competencies necessary to ensure safe and effective nursing practice. This program empowers nurses with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in their professional careers while ensuring high-quality patient care in Canada’s healthcare system.

Admission requirements

Applicants must present one of the following:

  • Official transcript showing completion of a 3-year or 4-year baccalaureate degree in nursing; OR
  • Proof of active or former Registered Nursing license/registration in Canada; OR
  • Official NCLEX certification; OR
  • Official CRNA assessment outlining education assessment and language requirements

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English Language Proficiency Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.

Academic upgrading

Enhance your previous education to meet the missing admissions requirements for one of the BVC programs.

Available intakes

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September 2026
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September 1, 2026

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*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only.  Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

Courses

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Course is eligible for PLAR
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NURS3305Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Registered Nursing Practice

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NURS3306Registered Nursing in the Canadian Context

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NURS3307Professional Communication Strategies for Registered Nurse

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NURS3308Legal Principles for Registered Nursing Practice

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1
NURS3309Culturally Informed Nursing for Indigenous Health

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1
NURS3500Integrating Clinician and Scholar Roles in Registered Nursing

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1
NURS3501Integrating Professional Roles in Registered Nursing

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1
NURS3502Integrating Leadership and Advocacy Roles in Registered Nursing

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NURS3503Integrating Collaboration and Coordination Roles in Registered Nursing

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1
NURS3504Essential Nursing Theory for Registered Nurse

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2
NURS3505Essential Clinical Skills for Registered Nurses

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