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Bachelor of Science in Nursing for RPN Graduates

Where Are You Now?

Niagara College

Discipline: Nursing

Credential: College Diploma (2 year)

Program Title: Practical Nursing

Where Do You Want to Go?

Nipissing University- North Bay

Degree Qualifications: BScN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Discipline: Nursing

Credential: Degree (4 year)

Program Title: Bachelor of Science in Nursing for RPN Graduates

Transfer credits / courses

25%

Semesters Remaining 6

Granted 30.00
Total 120.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Graduates of an approved Practical Nursing Diploma program with a minimum 70% overall average will be granted a 30-credit block.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year Practical Nurse (RPN) diploma with a minimum 70% overall average from one of the following colleges: Cambrian College, Canadore College, College Boreal, Confederation College, Northern College, Niagara College or Sault College. Also, successful completion of the Canadian Practical Nurses Registration Examination (CPNRE) or proof of eligibility to write and subsequently pass the CPNRE is required for admission consideration.

This is a limited enrollment program. The minimum overall average required for admission consideration may be higher than the stated minimum. There is only one intake per year (September).

 

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

70%

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 70%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

Bridging Requirements have not been defined for this pathway.

Program Residency Requirement

Students must successfully complete at least half (50%) of the required courses for each declared area of study with Nipissing University.

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

This pathway will be reviewed annually. Any change to this pathway will not affect current students. Students enrolled at Nipissing University at the time of any change shall be allowed to complete their degree based on the original terms of this transfer agreement.

Documentation

No additional pathway documentation available.

Contact / Apply

Admissions
Office of the Registrar
Nipissing University
100 College Dr 
North Bay ON  P1B 8L7
Phone (705) 474-3450, extension 4600

admissions@nipissingu.ca
 

Check the Nipissing University- North Bay website for more information.


Last Updated: February 9, 2022