这项为期两年的安大略省大学文凭课程为学生提供了知识和技能，使其能够在医疗保健系统中担任实践护士并撰写在安大略省的加拿大实践护士注册考试。学生学习评估，计划，实施和评估工具，以向所有年龄段和社会背景的个人提供护理和治疗护理。该课程涵盖课堂理论，实验室技术，实践经验和独立学习。最重要的是，学生将获得各种医疗设施的动手经验，并参加可能需要晚上，通宵和周末轮班工作的临床实习。
The Practical Nursing Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for work in the healthcare system. You learn the necessary skills and techniques for the workforce. This includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation tools required to provide nursing care to those of all ages. Throughout the program, learning opportunities include theory, lab techniques, applied experiences and independent study.<br><br>As a student, you have the opportunity to gain hands-on skills in a variety of healthcare facilities. An added benefit of this program is the Simulation Lab and other Nursing labs on campus, where you experience realistic simulation scenarios. These help you to build confidence in your skills and techniques before working with patients in clinical placements. Placements are in community settings such as retirement homes, long term care homes and hospitals.<br><br>To practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario, you are required to be licensed by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). This program gives you the necessary knowledge and skills to write the Regulatory Exam-Practical Nurse (REx-PN) in Ontario.