About the Practical Nursing program
Nanaimo Campus Start Dates and Application Deadlines.
The Practical Nursing Diploma Program prepares graduates to provide nursing care in a diverse range of employment settings including: hospitals, nursing homes, extended care facilities, rehabilitation centres, doctors’ offices, clinics, companies, private homes, educational institutions, and community health centres.
The two-year, credit-based program prepares individuals with the theory and skills required to work as a practical nurse, with the potential for career advancement and job mobility. This program is completed on a full time basis.
On recommendation of the program faculty, graduates of the Practical Nursing Diploma program may write the Regulatory Exam-Practical Nurse (Rex-PN) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Re-entry students
All VIU Practical Nursing (PN) program re-entry or transfer in students must apply to the PN program online before the deadline of March 31 each year.
In addition, students must also contact the PN Program Admissions and Registration Assistant Donna Kist to discuss re-entry or transfer-in to the VIU PN program.
Email: Donna.Kist@viu.ca
Academic admission requirements
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the following admission requirements.
| Requirement | High schoolcourse | VIU course |
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| English one of: |
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| Math one of: |
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| Grade 12 |
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| Biology 12 |
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| Human Anatomy and Physiology | HHPN 100 – with a minimum grade of C+, must be completed before attending any Practical Nursing Diploma courses. Applicants may be granted conditional acceptance into the Practical Nursing Diploma program prior to successful completion of the required HHPN 100 course. For information on costs, dates, textbooks and pre reading packages, see Health Sciences and Human Services Professional Development and Training or call our registration line: 1.866.734.6252 | |