Certificate in Academic Pathway for Movement from Ontario College Diploma in Practical Nursing to BScN
The Academic Pathway for Movement from Ontario College Diploma in Practical Nursing to BScN program is for Registered Practical Nurses who want to continue their studies towards a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This College-Approved Certificate program is the bridge you need to enter into the collaborative BScN program with the University of Ottawa.
This one-term program is for those who are lifelong learners, dedicated to the nursing profession, with strong communication skills. You complete a program of study leading to the opportunity to demonstrate your eligibility for course equivalencies in the BScN program.
This program culminates with the submission of a portfolio for review and participation in an interview. If you successfully complete all portions of the program, you then receive a certificate that, in addition to other required pre-requisites, allows you to enter the bridging courses at the University of Ottawa.
Campus Information
Ottawa
A college campus should be designed around student needs. It should include the facilities — from public busing to affordable, healthy food services — that make student life efficient, worry-free, and productive. Students have varied interests and needs. That’s why the Ottawa campus of Algonquin accommodates a diverse range of requirements. A college campus should be setup to encourage discussion, with students enriching each other’s experience, providing friendship, support and offering a special way to learn.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
- May
Application Processing Time in Days: 45
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
PSW Opportunity
- 3* Year PSW Opportunity Minimum 2 years of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Program Eligibility
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including ENG4U (65% minimum), SBI4U (65% minimum), SCH4U (65% minimum), and MCF3M (65% minimum)(or one 4U mathematics) or equivalent.
- Mature student status (19 years of age or older without a high school diploma) must have ENG4U (65% minimum), SBI4U (65% minimum), SCH4U (65% minimum), and MCF3M (65% minimum) (or one 4U mathematics) or equivalent.
- Graduates from an Ontario Practical Nurse Diploma Program (or equivalent) with an average of 75%. Admissibility is determined by the University of Ottawa.
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable).
- Worked as an RPN at the full scope of practice, for a minimum of one year - defined as 900 hours of practice.
- Current registration as a Practical Nurse with no practice restrictions by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Bangladesh
Higher Secondary Certificate – With an average of 60% and no core subject below 55%
Or: General Certificate of Education (0 Level). Require a minimum of five academic subjects, of which one is English with a grade of C
English Proficiency requirements are as follows for consideration:
- A minimum TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based with no single test score below 20)
- Or IELTS with an overall minimum score of 6.0 (with no single test score below 5.5)
- Or CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) with an overall band score of 60
India
One of the following:
- CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) or ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) – Higher Secondary Certificate – With an average of 60% and no grade below 55%
- Or Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat State Boards – Higher Secondary Certificate – With an average of 65% and no grade below 60%
- Or all other State Boards – Higher Secondary transcripts – With an average of 60% and no grade below 55%
English Proficiency requirements are as follows for consideration:
- 1. Academic IELTS with an overall minimum score of 6.0 (with no single test score below 6.0)
Nepal
High School Transcripts
English Proficiency requirements are as follows for consideration:
- A minimum TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based with no single test score below 20)
- Or IELTS with an overall minimum score of 6.0 (with no single test score below 5.5)
- Or CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) with an overall band score of 60
Sri Lanka
One of the following:
- Sri Lanka General Certificate of Education at Ordinary Level Examination Level results or
- General Certificate of Education (G.C.E.) At Ordinary Level (showing at least five subjects passed) or
- National Diploma (Agriculture, Technology)
All of the above must be completed with a minimum grade representing 65 percent or higher in required program subjects
English Proficiency requirements are as follows for consideration:
- A minimum TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based with no single test score below 20)
- Or IELTS with an overall minimum score of 6.0 (with no single test score below 5.5)
- Or CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) with an overall band score of 60
- Course Code: 3019X01FWO
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 03 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
2395 CAD
Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
Application Fee: 95 CAD
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