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| School | Cambrian College | | |
| Location | Sudbury, ON, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 5,000
Full-time Graduate: 4,500 | | |
| Degree | Diploma | | |
| Honours | | | |
| Co-op | | | |
| Length | 2 Year(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | | | |
| Prerequisites | - Grade12 English
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
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| Prerequisites Notes | For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
- Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Any grade 11 (U) or (C) or grade 12 biology (U)
- Any grade 11 (U) or grade 12 chemistry (C) or (U)
- Any grade 11 (C), (U) or (M) or grade 12 mathematics (C) or (U)
Please note: A minimum combined overall average of 70% is required in the prerequisite courses listed above | | |
| Cost |
The cost reflects tuition for the first year of the program. Tuition will vary for subsequent years. | | |
| Scholarships | | | |
| Description | Prepare for a career as a registered practical nurse (RPN) with a combination of hands-on training and a strong foundation in nursing theory. Cambrian's program is approved (Category 1) by the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current graduates from this program are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario. Our program features smaller lab sizes and practical learning in Cambrian’s high-tech nursing labs.
You’ll advance your skills and gain real-world experience by working alongside health care professionals, with over 800 clinical hours in diverse placements in the community. Upon graduation, you can apply to write the CNO registration exam and are eligible to apply to become a registered practical nurse in Ontario. | | |
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*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.