OpenFieldDiploma in Practical Nursing (CLPNA-Accredited Healthcare Training)
Rigorous two-year healthcare program combining simulation laboratory learning with extensive clinical rotations across Alberta Health Services facilities.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Minimum 60% in Grade 12 English 30-1/30-2, Math 20-1/20-2, and Biology 30
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic overall 6.5 (Listening 7.5, Speaking 7.0, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Police information check with vulnerable sector search and immunization verification
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional references
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Eligible for Alberta Student Aid loans, grants, and provincial rural nursing incentives
- Application fee
- CAD $155
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $7,400/year (Domestic) or CAD $18,900/year (International)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official NorQuest College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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