Diploma of Health, Assistance and Nursing
Lester B. Pearson School Board
- Montreal, Canada
- 1.83 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Health, Assistance and Nursing DVS (DEP) programme of 1800 hours (about 22 months) taught in English at West Island Career Centre.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge in Health
- Assistance and Nursing. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in health and nursing.
Career outcomes
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
Curriculum
- 1800-hour programme delivered over about 22 months at West Island Career Centre (WICC)
- Leading to the Diploma of Vocational Studies. It includes a stage placement in industry. The online page gives no course or module list
- So detailed content is not published
- Applicants should ask the International Programs office.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent and age 18+ (final-year transcript and matching diploma
- Translated and notarised); B2 French for Dental Assistance
- Health Assistance and Nursing
- Medical Office Specialist
- Pharmacy Technical Assistance and Secretarial Studies - Medical.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 60
- Duolingo 80
- Varies by programme French B2 for programmes that deal with patients or clients (Dental Assistance
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Typically includes Passport or identity document
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification certificates
- Language proficiency evidence
- And completed application materials.
How to apply
- Review the programme admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and qualification documents. Complete the application. Submit supporting documents and language proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $26,711 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $300 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | West Island Career Centre, Pierrefonds |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health |
| Department | Vocational Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 55,60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
November 2026
Applications closed
1 Jul 2026
ClosedProgram starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Sept 2026
ClosedProgram starts
March 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
18 days leftProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
49 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.83 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $26,711 CAD per year. The application fee is $300 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $24,617 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 60, Duolingo 80, Varies by programme French B2 for programmes that deal with patients or clients (Dental Assistance. An interview is required.