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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...
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Registered Nurse Pathway to Canadian Practice

Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College

www.bowvalleycollege.ca
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.
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Registrar's Office
345-6 Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4V1, Canada

Toll-Free
+1 8664282669
Business
+1 4034101400
Email
info@bowvalleycollege.ca
Website
www.bowvalleycollege.ca
Fax
+1 4032974887
  • Program Type Occupational
  • Credential Type Non-Credential
  • Length 1 Year or Less
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning
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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
English Language Proficiency

In addition to academic requirements, applicants whose first language is NOT English must demonstrate ONE of the following:

  • IELTS Academic: Listening 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0, Writing 6.5; OR
  • CELBAN: Listening 9, Reading 8, Speaking 8, Writing 7; OR
  • Occupational English Test (OET): with a minimum band score of listening B, reading C+, speaking B, and writing C+.
Transfer(s) Eligibility

Search Transfer Alberta for course and program transfer information including transfer agreements between post-secondary schools in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available

Updated August 28, 2025. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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