About the course

As a practical nurse, you will combine your knowledge, skills and judgement to provide safe, competent, ethical nursing care to meet the unique needs of all patients throughout the continuum of care. Approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the Practical Nursing program teaches the skills and attitudes necessary to practice as a safe, competent and professional practical nurse. Using the concept of caring as the basis of nursing, you will develop knowledge, skills and judgment in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care across the lifespan as they experience various health challenges. A particular focus is placed on the ability to communicate in a caring and therapeutic manner. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Oshawa
Spring (May), 2024	Oshawa
Fall (September), 2024	Oshawa
Winter (January), 2025	Oshawa
Spring (May), 2025	Oshawa
Fall (September), 2025	Oshawa
Winter (January), 2026	Oshawa
Spring (May), 2026	Oshawa

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Durham College

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status

　　Grade 12 English (C or U) (minimum 60 per cent)

　　Grade 12 mathematics (C, M or U) (minimum 65 per cent)

　　Grade 11 or 12 biology (C, M or U)

　　Grade 11 or 12 chemistry (C, M or U)

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　　Keyboarding/basic computer skills Academic IELTS: 7.0, with no band less than 6.5 TOEFL: 94, with minimum section scores of 23

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Durham College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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