Bridge to Canadian Nursing Program

Program Overview Admission Requirements Tuition and Fees Program Structure 

Program Overview       

The Bridge to Canadian Nursing program is tailored for internationally educated nurses aiming to practice in Canada. It builds on their existing knowledge and experience, focusing on critical thinking, communication, and cultural competence essential for Canadian nursing. The curriculum helps students integrate into the Canadian healthcare system, emphasizing patient advocacy and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to write the Next Generation NCLEX (NGNCLEX) exam, a key step toward registration as a nurse in Canada. The program fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, valuing diversity and preparing nurses to contribute meaningfully to patient care and community health.

This program will be offered in a hybrid delivery model, from Keyano College Clearwater Campus, preferably utilizing Hyflex technologies to increase access through a virtual classroom and/or in an on-campus classroom environment. An Essential Nursing Skills course, conducted in a lab and simulation lab, will be mandatory and delivered in person.
This one-year certificate will accept students on an annual Fall intake basis.

Graduates of the Bridge to Canadian Nursing Certificate Program will meet the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta Entry-Level Competencies for the practice of Registered Nurses.

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Admission Requirements  

Applications will open October 1 of the preceding year until the first day of class of the program’s intake. Offers of admission for eligible applicants may continue based on available seats until the end of the first week of classes. For programs with an enrollment limit, such as Bridge to Canadian Nursing, the College reserves the right to employ academic rating scales for admission purposes. After an initial review of applications, successful applicants will receive an offer letter outlining the terms of their admission. It is crucial for these applicants to submit all required documents by the deadline specified in the offer letter.

Failure to register or provide the necessary documentation by the deadline may result in the college exercising its right to place the student on a waiting list, thereby allowing another applicant the opportunity for admission.

Tuition and Fees 

Please note, these estimates are based on 100% enrollment for all semesters and do not include mandatory laboratory fees. 

* Students will be charged a medical/dental benefit fee unless they opt out by demonstrating alternative coverage - deadlines can be found at StudentCare website. 
*** Tuition is due 10 business days before the start of each semester.

For more information view the Keyano College Credit Calendar.

Program Structure 

This program will be offered in a hybrid delivery model, from Keyano College Clearwater Campus, preferably utilizing Hyflex technologies to increase access through a virtual classroom and/or in an on-campus classroom environment. An Essential Nursing Skills course, conducted in a lab and simulation lab, will be mandatory and delivered in person. This one-year certificate will accept students on an annual Fall intake basis.

The Bridge to Canadian Nursing program must be completed in two academic years. Students wishing to complete the program on a part-time basis must consult with the Program Chair to develop a program plan for completion in two years.

To graduate from the Bridge to Canadian Nursing program, students must achieve a cumulative GPA of at least 2.3, with no grade lower than C+ in any theory course, a passing grade in all lab and clinical courses, and a minimum 80% (A-) in IENRN 109.