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Diploma of Bridge to Canadian Nursing
- Edmonton, Canada
- 0.83 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A ten-month certificate preparing internationally educated and refresher nurses for Canadian RN practice.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: yes
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Bridge to Canadian Nursing. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Registered nurse practice in Canada (Alberta)
- Nursing practice refresher
Curriculum
- Ten-month certificate (27 credits) with classes in the afternoons and evenings and clinical placements on days
- Evenings or weekends. Hands-on learning develops critical thinking
- Clinical judgement and relational practice through classroom
- Lab
- Clinical Simulation Centre and clinical experiences
- Ending with a supervised placement and an RN-led preceptorship.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma with English
- Or previous post-secondary credit
- Post-diploma certificates need a prior diploma or post-secondary work
- Bridge to Canadian Nursing is for nurses.
- Varies by programme.
Accepted academic background
High school diploma with English (Alberta Grade 12 or equivalent) under the regular category, Or previous post-secondary credit under the previous post-secondary category, Post-diploma certificates need a prior diploma or post-secondary work, Bridge to Canadian Nursing is for internationally educated nurses.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 overall (5.5 Reading and Writing
- TOEFL iBT 6.0 Listening
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (if applicable).
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline (Fall May 1
- Winter October 1. Some programmes March 30). Choose programmes and consult an international recruiter if needed. Apply online through ApplyAlberta (110 CAD application fee). Upload transcripts
- English test results and required documents. Accept the offer and pay the 1
- 000 CAD international confirmation deposit
- Applied to tuition. Provide the Provincial Attestation Letter MacEwan requests with the offer
- Then apply for a study permit with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $25,407 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | City Centre Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Nursing |
| Department | Bridge to Canadian Nursing |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 27 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Mar 2027
137 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.83 years.
The next deadline is 30 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $25,407 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 overall (5.5 Reading and Writing, TOEFL iBT 6.0 Listening.