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Diploma of Practical Nursing
- Hamilton, Canada
- 1.33 years
- English
- Hybrid
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma preparing students to become licensed practical nurses.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (33333 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate concepts and methods in Practical Nursing to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Two-year full-time diploma delivered over five semesters
- With classroom instruction. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
- Hospitals
- Long-term care facilities
- Medical clinics
- Community health organizations
Curriculum
- Two-year full-time diploma delivered over five semesters
- With classroom instruction
- Nursing lab practice
- About 15 weeks of clinical and practicum experience and a final preceptorship. Fully accredited by the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses
- Graduates are eligible to write the CPNRE.
Entry requirements
Academic
- OSSD or equivalent including: Grade 12 English
- C or U or equivalent Portfolio Submission Please note that portfolios submitted without a valid ontariocolleges.ca applicant number will not be accepted or considered. Submit your Animation Portfolio. Entry grade detail: OSSD or equivalent incl. Grade 12 English (C or U) and programme-specific maths/sciences
- No minimum average published
- Mature-applicant options.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school diploma equivalent to the OSSD with Grade 12 English, Programme-specific subjects.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 60
- Duolingo 115
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the programme's entry requirements and intake deadline. Apply through the OCAS International Application Service (application fee 100 CAD). Upload your passport
- Academic transcripts
- English test scores and
- If under 18
- A custodian declaration. Accept the offer in the OCAS portal and pay the full tuition shown in the offer. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter
- Then apply for a Canadian study permit with proof of funds. Clear any conditions 30 days before classes
- Upload your permit approval and complete pre-registration.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,015 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 CAD |
| Deposit | $8,510 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Institute for Applied Health Sciences at McMaster University |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health |
| Department | Practical Nursing |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60,40 |
| Study pace | Flexible,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 33333 years |
| Scholarship note | Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
2 days leftProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
122 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.33 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $17,015 CAD per year. The application fee is $100 CAD. The deposit is $8,510 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 60, Duolingo 115.

