College of the North Atlantic brokers the Practical Nursing program from the Centre for Nursing Studies, delivering it in regions, outside St. John's, with a demonstrated labor market need. To access information for the offering in St. John's please refer to
cns.easternhealth.ca.
This program is designed to prepare graduates to provide nursing services for clients across the lifespan in institutional and community based settings within the approved scope of practice for licensed practical nurses in Newfoundland and Labrador. It introduces the student to the role of practical nurse in promoting, protecting, restoring, maintaining and supporting the health status of individuals across the health and developmental continuum.
The program encompasses classroom work supplemented with skills lab and nursing practice components.
CLINICAL PLACEMENTS
Clinical placements are a required element of this program and students will be assigned placements at approved training sites. Additional sites may be considered in consultation with program faculty. There is no guarantee that students will receive their preferred placement. All expenses associated with the completion of clinical placement will be the responsibility of the student.
Students require a clear Certificate of Conduct (Criminal Record Check and Vulnerability Sector Check) to be permitted into a clinical placement. Students with an unclear Certificate of Conduct are advised to speak with program faculty at the beginning of the program.
For programs with competitive admissions, clinical placements are not affected by ranking in the competitive admissions process and will be determined under institutional guidelines.
PN Bursary
The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador provides a
Practical Nursing Bursary Program for students enrolled in the Practical Nursing program. The program provides up to a $5,000 bursary to selected students, which covers the education program costs. For more information visit
the Department of Health and Community Services website.
“All students in the Practical Nursing Program must demonstrate their capacity to meet the entry-level practical nurse competencies. Please review the
CLPNNL Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse in Canada: Requisite Skills and Abilities document at
www.clpnnl.ca. The purpose of this document is to provide potential practical nursing students with information on the requisite skills and abilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse.”
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
1.
Applicants who have followed the High School Curriculum of Newfoundland and Labrador
Applicants shall have completed Graduation Requirements for high school as set down by the Department of Education and obtained an overall average of not less than 65% in 3000 level courses.
OR
Applicants in their final year of high school who will complete the graduation requirements for high school as set by the Department of Education and obtained an overall average of not less than 65% in 3000 level courses may be conditionally accepted prior to the writing of final exams. This conditional acceptance will be subject to verification that the applicant has obtained an overall average of not less than 65% in 3000 level courses, when final examination results are released.
2.
Applicants who have followed the High School Curriculum of other Provinces of Canada // International Applicants
Applicants from other provinces of Canada or International applicants shall have successfully completed Graduation Requirements for high school as set by the home province/country or equivalent to Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education in 3000 level courses and obtained an overall average of not less than 65%.
3.
Applicants who have followed the Adult Basic Education Program (ABE)
Applicants shall have completed the Level III Adult Basic Education (ABE) Certificate with the approved combination of thirty-six (36) credits as set by the Department of Education.
4.
Applicants for Mature Student Status
An applicant, 21 years or older who has not fulfilled the admission criteria outlined previously. These candidates are expected to provide an official transcript.
**Note: All applicants must follow the Application Process outlined below and must supply all documentation described therein.
General Admission Requirements
English Language Requirement
Applicants must be competent in the English Language. A test of English language will be required for applicants whose first language is not English AND/OR applicants who have completed high school in a language other than English. Applicants who do not meet the criteria above but have post-secondary courses completed in English should contact the campus for further instruction regarding testing.
The tests with the acceptable scores are:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System – Academic version). Scores: overall score of 7.0 with scores of 7.0 speaking, 7.5 listening, 6.5 reading and 7.0 writing.
- CELBAN (Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses). Scores: 8 speaking, 10 listening, 8 reading and 7 writing. The official results of test score must be submitted before a decision will be made on your application. Test scores are valid for two years from the testing date. All cost associated with the English language requirements are the responsibility of the applicant.
Interviews
The College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to interview applicants in any of the admission categories.
Application Process
Applications to the Practical Nursing Program at the College of the North Atlantic will be reviewed for admission
only when
all of the following have been provided
within the identified time frames. Incorrect and/or missing information may jeopardize an applicant’s inclusion in the selection process.
- Online application form (and applicable fee) submitted.
- Certified copy of the official birth certificate from the Department of Vital Statistics.
- Official high school transcript from the Department of Education or equivalency certificate.
- Certified copy of Level II grades and Level III Term 1 results (for current high school students).
- Official transcript of all post-secondary courses/programs (if applicable).
- Personal Statement.
- Two references (forms provided) *Please note that references from family, friends, relatives or co-workers will be deemed unsatisfactory. If possible, references should come from previous or current employers and/or instructors/teachers/professors. Referees must forward the Reference Form directly to the campus.
- A personal interview (if requested by the College).
Once an applicant receives a letter of acceptance, the following documentation must be submitted by July 30th.
- Certificate for Basic Life Support (BLS); BLS/Health Care Provider/AED; or Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – Health Care Provider (CPR/HCP) and Standard First Aid course. Both to be completed after January 2021. Annual BLS / CPR-HCP re-certification will be required.
- Current Criminal Record Screening Certificate/Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in satisfactory standing (dated no earlier than July 2021).
- Child Protection Records (may be required)
Once an applicant receives a letter of acceptance, the following documentation must be submitted by November 15th.
- Immunization documentation