Breaking down barriers: Empowering internationally educated nurses
The Path2Practice for IENs (Internationally Educated Nurses) program is designed to help nurses who were educated outside of Canada start their nursing career in Alberta. This program helps bridge your nursing qualifications and experience with what is needed to meet the healthcare standards and work requirements in Alberta.
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Program Eligibility Criteria
Residence Status
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, Refugee/Protected Persons selected by IRCC, or work permit holders.
Educational Requirements
Must hold a degree equivalent to the Canadian standard.
Currency of Practice
Practiced nursing within the last 5 years.
NCLEX Certification
Although not required, participants who already hold NCLEX certification, as recognized by CRNA.
CRNA Assessment
Participants who have been assessed by CRNA and have a letter with the results of their education assessment and additional education or language requirements.
English Language Proficiency
Pivot-Ed Micro-credential Requirement
- IELTS Academic: Listening 7.0, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 7.0 or
- CELBAN: Listening 9, Reading 8, Writing 7, Speaking 8
If you do not meet this language requirement, you are eligible for English Language Learning (ELL/ICC) with the following:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum score of 6.0 in all areas or
- CELBAN: Listening 8, Reading 7, Writing 6, Speaking 7
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About Bow Valley College
Bow Valley College is the largest college in the area with over 15,000 students. Our graduates contribute to the economy and community through careers in business, entertainment arts, technology, healthcare, social services, and more. Out innovative applied research, focused on health and health technology, educational technology, and social innovation, is shaping the future of college education.
About CRIEC
CRIEC is a robust not-for-profit organization that seeks to effectively and efficiently connect newcomer professionals with strategies designed to lead to successful employment outcomes. Our specially designed initiatives have resulted in 80% of our clients finding gainful employment in their chosen fields within 3-6 months of competing our programs.
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