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Diploma of Practical Nursing in PSW to PN Bridging Stream

About the program

Bridging diploma for personal support workers to become Registered Practical Nurses.

Full-time over 16 calendar months (four continuous semesters)
After one bridging semester students who pass join the second semester of full-time Practical Nursing. Mostly online courses with in-person labs and clinical placements
Bridging stream for PSW certificate holders.

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.

Secondary school diploma equivalent to the OSSD with Grade 12 English, Programme-specific subjects.

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.

Campus	Institute for Applied Health Sciences at McMaster University
Faculty or school	Graduate Studies
Department	Practical Nursing in PSW to PN Bridging Stream
Teaching language	English
Credit value	40
Study pace	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.