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This diploma program equips students with the skills necessary to work in their field and successfully pass the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam.
Online Only
Placements
This program is currently accepting applications.
Sep 11, 2026
5 Semesters
The Practical Nursing Program is a two-year program consisting of five semesters, including a summer semester. Graduates who pass the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam can work in a variety of settings, including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, long-term care, community care, and nursing stations. Our unique blended delivery model allows students to complete on-campus sessions twice per semester, which include courses, labs, and clinical placements. The remainder of the coursework is delivered online and through independent study in your home community. In partnership with Confederation College, Oshki-Wenjack’s community-based program delivery model enables you to stay in your home community for most of your courses

You can apply for this course even if there are no intakes listed below, and we will contact you when dates become available.
Intake #1
Intake #1
Sep 11, 2026
May 15, 2026
Intake #2
Intake #2
Sep 1, 2026
Aug 7, 2026
Fees for Tuition and textbooks for the program will be generously paid for by a grant from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. The program gives a stipend.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATIONOntario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels with Grade 12 English (E/C/U) Level.
or successful completion of the Mature Student Assessment (MSA).
or successful completion of the General Education Development Test (GED).
or appropriate credits from the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) program – LBS level 5 Communications and LBS level 4 Mathematics courses required: Grade 11 Mathematics (College or University Preparation) Grade 11 or 12 Biology (College or University Preparation) Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry (College or University Preparation)
Note: Low enrolment may result in cancellation of this program.
Criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check.
We're here to help!
Toll Free: 1-866-636-7454
Phone: 807-626-1897
E-mail: recruitment@oshki.ca

This program is accredited by Oshki-Wenjack, and thus only has one step:
APPLY NOWCODE COURSE HOURS
CS 050 College Writing 42
PY 299 Developmental Psychology 42
HS 125 Anatomy & Physiology I 42
PN 125 Professional Practice I 42
PN 126Foundations - Nursing Practice42
PN 128Therapeutic Nurse Client Relationships42
PN 130 Technical Concepts in Health Care 42
PN 131 Nursing Arts Lab I: Fundamentals56
CODE COURSE HOURS
HS 225 Anatomy & Physiology II 42
PN 225 Clinical Practice I: Chronic Care180
PN 226 Nursing Arts Lab II: Chronic Care56
PN 227 Nursing Care Across the Lifespan42
PN 228 Nursing Assessment 56
CODE COURSE HOURS
CS 217 Communications for Health Professionals 42
PN 322 Professional Practice II42
PN 327 Nursing Arts Lab III: Acute Care56
PN 328 Pharmacology I 42
PN 329 Medical-Surgical Nursing I42
PN 330 Pathophysiology42
HU 024 Colonialism, Resistance, Renew (Considered 1 GE)42
CODE COURSE HOURS
PN 326 Clinical Practice II: Acute Care180
PN 427 Pharmacology II36
PN 428 Pathophysiology II36
PN 429 Medical-Surgical Nursing II36
PY169 Interpersonal Communication (Considered 1 GE)42
CODE COURSE HOURS
PN 422 Clinical Practice III: Complex Care 180
PN 426 Nursing Arts Lab IV: Complex Care48
PN 527 Advanced Practice 240
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All University & College programs require that you complete two applications.
There’s a lot of information in this section, but our recruitment team is happy to assist with any questions you might have, to help you find funding, or to guide you through this process. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at:
Phone: (807) 626-1880
Toll-free: 1 866-636-7454
Email: recruitment@oshki.ca
⚠︎ Before you start, please ensure that you meet the program requirements listed above. If you aren’t sure or if you have questions, contact us at recruitment@oshki.ca.
Applying to a course with an Accreditation Partner has multiple steps:

This Oshki-Wenjack application form will start the process and will ask for detailed information such as:
You will receive a confirmation within four business days.

Create an OCAS account and fill out the application. Search for your program choice first and then select the Oshki campus.
There is a non-refundable fee of $150 (subject to change) payable by debit or credit card. If you do not have a debit or credit card, our recruitment team can help you arrange it.
After your completed application is submitted, you will need to check back into your OCAS account and watch for an official offer letter to the program of your choice, and then you must accept the offer in a timely manner. Offers do expire.

Please keep in mind that books are not included in tuition and need to be purchased separately.
Getting funding for this program?
Contact your First Nation community funding agency to confirm deadlines for funding applications and apply for funding. Your application may only be considered if it is received on time.
Oshki-Wenjack is not responsible for submitting your funding applications, but staff can support you in completing them. You may also wish to apply to OSAP for loans and grants. In addition, Oshki-Wenjack’s Financial Aid Officer (financial-aid@oshki.ca) is available to assist you with OSAP applications and to help you research and apply for scholarships and bursaries.
Students will need to request that their funder send a copy of their sponsorship letter for tuition to Algoma University directly to studentsponsorships@algomau.ca.
The Funder will need to send a copy of their sponsorship letter for book/supplies to the Follett Bookstore at Confederation College directly to Nick Tucci - 0930mgr@follett.com
Please also ensure that your confirmed sponsorship letter is sent to admissions@oshki.ca. You can register for your classes once the Sponsorship Letter is received.
Algoma University’s Financial Aid Office – fao@algomau.ca is available to assist with OSAP applications and help to research and apply for scholarships and bursaries.
Self-funding your tuition fees?
If you are self-funding, you can pay your tuition by contacting our admissions officer for assistance at admissions@oshki.ca.
Students who are self-funded can visit this link for information on how to pay their balance owing - algomau.ca/payments