CA$14,150/Yr
CA$14,150 /Yr
- Diploma in Practical Nursing at Georgian College is offered as 2.5 years (5 semesters) program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on both a full-time and a part-time basis.
- Students work with experienced, caring faculty to gain the knowledge, skills, and judgment required to work in today’s complex health care system.
- Students learn how to engage in safe, competent professional practice with high expectations of accountability, collegiality, collaboration, leadership, and ethical care.
- Students experience high-quality, innovative nursing education both in the classroom and simulation laboratory settings.
- The clinical experiences in diverse healthcare settings are offered in all five semesters and allow students to integrate their knowledge into the care of clients across the lifespan.
- This program includes a clinical placement component where you’ll get clinical experience under the supervision of an experienced registered or licensed professional.
- It is required that students have a completed and verified Clinical Preparedness Permit in order to be eligible for practicum placements.
- Students must have submitted up-to-date immunization records in compliance with the Public Hospitals Act during the first week of classes in order to ensure student's placement in clinical and field placement facilities.
- An up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector screen (renewed regularly so that it is never more than 6 months old).
- Placement agencies require an up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check prior to going out on placement.
- The Practical Nursing program is currently approved (Category 1, the highest-ranking) by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Current graduates of this program are eligible to apply for registration as Registered Practical Nurses in Ontario.
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Important Dates
Applications for all full-time programs will be accepted on an ongoing basis after the Feb. 1 deadline for all three intakes.
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For 2023 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$14150 (CAD 14150) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | CA$7200 (CAD 7200) |
| Food | CA$3600 (CAD 3600) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2022 | CA$7075 (CAD 7075) |
| 2021 | CA$13783 (CAD 13783) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with
- Grade 12 English (C or U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U)
- Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U)
- Grade 12 (C) or Grade 11 or 12 (U) Chemistry OR Grade 12 (C) or Grade 11 or 12 (U) Physics.
- A minimum grade of 75% in each pre-requisite subject is recommended.
- Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school students may also be considered for admission.
- Students who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing also get admission to this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
- Diploma / Degree certificate Mark sheets for each year of study.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- Application form: All international student applications must be submitted through the International Application System (IAS), where program availability is located.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Academic Documents: Students need to show proof of graduation, subjects are taken and grades received.
- Transcript: Students must submit the official marks statements or transcripts that are provided by the college.
- Clinical and field placement forms: Students have to submit documents required prior to the start of registration in order to ensure students' placement and to allow participation in clinical and field placement facilities.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit original or certified copies of English language proficiency test scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
- Students have to submit an up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector screen (renewed regularly so that it is never more than 6 months old).
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
- Physician Offices
- Home Healthcare Services
- Certified Dialysis Nurse
- Legal Nurse Consultant
- Nurse Midwife
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Nurse Case Manager
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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Comments
Georgian College accepts PTE Academic as one of the ELP tests required for international admissions. The minimum PTE Academic score requirement for Graduate Certificate admission is 61.
Georgian College offers an Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology program. Students seeking admission in this program must have Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with English and Mathematics. International students must have a valid ELP test score as well.
Yes, the program requires IELTS or any other equivalent English language proficiency test score for admission. The language of instruction at Georgian College is English. In addition to the academic admission requirements, if English is not your first language and/ or you are coming from a country where English is not an official language, you must provide proof of language proficiency.