Bridge to Canadian Nursing Program

Successful completion of nursing education in English outside of Canada. English must be recognized as the official/primary language of the instruction.

Applicants to the Bridge to Canadian Nursing must present one of the following to demonstrate fulfillment of English Language proficiency (ELP). Test scores more than two years old will not be accepted for admission:

• Completion of Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses (CELBAN) test meeting the following minimum scores:
  • Listening = 9
  • Writing = 7
  • Reading = 8
  • Speaking = 8
• Completion of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test meeting the following minimum scores:
  • Listening = 7.0
  • Writing = 6.5
  • Reading = 6.5
  • Speaking = 7.0
  • Overall = 7.0
• Completion of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test meeting the following minimum scores:
  • Total score of 86
  • Reading = 21
  • Writing = 21
  • Listening = 23
  • Speaking =26

Heart & Stroke Basic Life Support Provider

The student must complete the Heart and Stroke Basic Life Support – Health Care Provider course and submit a copy of your completed certificate to nursing@keyano.ca. This is a mandatory requirement to be able to attend clinical experiences. Only Heart & Stroke Provider BLS will be accepted.

All students are required to provide a clear Police Information Check which must include a Vulnerable Sector Check.

The Police Information Check must be dated no earlier than three (3) months from program start date.

The associated costs are at the student’s expense.

The original Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector must be submitted in person to the School of Health and Human Services. Please take a photocopy, or scan a copy, for yourself prior to submitting the original to the School of Health and Human Services.

Please refer to the Health & Safety Requirements and Immunization Instructions and submit COPIES of all required documentation to Health Services.

Health Services is separate from the Health and Human Services Faculty office.

Health Services is located in office CC-142. They may be contacted via email health.services@keyano.ca or +1-780-792-5638

Your medical documentation is confidential medical information and should only be submitted to Health Services.

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: None

This course will provide students with concepts aimed to create an appropriate understanding, synthesis, and integration of relevant knowledge into Canadian healthcare practices and interventions related to common medical/surgical conditions. It adheres to the clinical practice guidelines and standards of practice for healthcare professionals to ensure that students can competently apply the related concepts in clinical settings.

Through this course, students will advance their knowledge in providing safe, effective, and patient-centered care, while also strengthening their critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. This course will provide preparation for advanced medical and surgical nursing interventions relating to evidence-informed practice and patient safety standards.

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: None

The NG-NCLEX Preparation Course for Domestic and Internationally Educated Nurses provides a complete, all-in-one review of the information learners need to prepare to write the NG-NCLEX. The self-paced, online course includes helpful hints for writing the NCLEX and practice questions similar to what the learner will experience in the NCLEX exam. The online learning resource eBook is included in the price of tuition.

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: CEIERN 100, 103, 104 and 109

This course provides students with knowledge and skills in maternity, pediatric, public health, and family-centered care in Canadian healthcare settings. Students will learn about reproductive health, maternal and neonatal care, pediatric developmental milestones, immunization schedules, and public health policies. The course also emphasizes the importance of family-centered care and effective communication with patients, colleagues, and healthcare teams across different contexts. Upon completion, nurses will be better equipped to provide compassionate, holistic care to women, children, and families.

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: None

This pharmacology course builds on the foundational knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology, and microbiology to teach students the safe and effective administration of medications to patients. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of drug classifications, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. They will also learn about the various routes of drug administration including oral, topical, intravenous, and intramuscular, and how to choose the appropriate route for a particular patient and medication. Additionally, the course will cover important topics such as drug interactions, adverse reactions, and contraindications.

Students will also learn about the legal and ethical considerations surrounding medication administration including documentation, informed concern, and patient confidentiality. By the end of the course, students will have a solid understanding of Canadian medications and be well equipped to provide safe and competent medication administration to patients.

Delivery: In-Person

Corequisites: CEIERN 100 and 103

This course is designed to gain proficiency and confidence in performing essential psychomotor skills required in nursing practice in Canada at an entry-to-practice level and includes hands-on training with mentors and educators. It covers skills such as patient assessment, wound care, infection control, medication administration, and surgical procedures. Students must also be proficient in using various medical equipment. The course also aims to equip students with the necessary tools to provide patient-centered care and effectively manage patient care plans.

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: None

This course aims at developing an understanding of self as a provider in the Canadian health professions context and in relation to Canada’s indigenous peoples. It explores the foundations of professional nursing, relational practice, and therapeutic communication skills necessary for interacting with patients, families, and health care team members. This course would cover topics such as understanding culture, cultural stereotypes, communication styles, non-verbal communication, effective listening, cultural differences in healthcare, and building cultural competence. This course includes topics such as the historical context of indigenous peoples in Canada, traditional cultural beliefs and practices, the impact of colonization on indigenous health, how to communicate respectfully with indigenous patients and families, understanding the role of elders in indigenous communities, and the importance of cultural safety in healthcare.

This course focuses on cultural awareness by facilitating International Educated Nurses (IENs) to recognize and understand Canadian expectations of patient advocacy before identifying possible challenges and obstacles that could impede their ability to fulfill those expectations. The course promotes reflection on personal perspectives and experiences to understand one’s own attitudes, beliefs, and values so they can adapt and develop an understanding of Canadian values, and ethical considerations in communication.

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: None

Delivery: In-Person

Prerequisites: None

Theory, 30 hours (Online-Asynchronous) followed by Lab/Simulations 8 days/64 hours (In-Person)

Delivery: Blended

Prerequisites: CEIERN 103 and 104

Delivery: In-Person

Corequisites: CEIERN 100, 103 and 104

This course is designed for internationally educated nurses (IENs) to integrate their prior knowledge and skills with Canadian standards of acute care. It emphasizes providing comprehensive, patient- and family-centered care while facilitating effective role socialization into the Canadian healthcare system. Through a blend of theoretical instruction and practical application, participants will prepare to deliver high-quality care in acute care settings and seamlessly transition into their roles as Registered Nurses in Canada. 

Delivery: In-Person

Corequisites: CEIERN 102 and 108

This specialized course is designed for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) seeking to adapt their clinical expertise to the Canadian standards and practices. It offers an intensive, practical approach to nursing across three key areas: Maternity, Pediatrics, Mental Health. Students will enhance their clinical skills, understanding of local healthcare systems, and ability to provide patient-centered care in diverse settings. 

CEIERN 111: Transition to Nursing Practice

Delivery: In-Person

Prerequisites: You must successfully complete CEIERN 100-110 to register for CEIERN 111. 

This course provides an opportunity to consolidate learning and preparation to assume the role of a registered nurse in Canada through a preceptored clinical experience. Students will spend the majority of this final clinical in an offsite practice setting working one -on-one with a registered nurse preceptor and the course instructor. The placement for the preceptorship is developed in collaboration with faculty and depends on the availability of practicum areas.