Steps to becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Nova Scotia.
To become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Nova Scotia, complete an approved practical nursing diploma program. These programs typically take two years and include both classroom learning and required clinical placements in healthcare settings.
Explore the career of an LPN: Here
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NSCC Diploma: Here
Université Sainte-Anne Certificate: Here
Once you graduate, you must apply through the NSCN Registrant Portal. Your application will be assessed to ensure you meet all licensing requirements.
As part of this process, you may need to provide:
- Proof of education (program completion)
- Identification documents
- Criminal record check
- Evidence of meeting currency of practice requirements
- English language proficiency
Visit the NSCN for more information: nscn.ca/registration-licensing
To become licensed, you must pass the CPNRE, the national exam for LPNs.
- The exam is computer-based and offered online
- You must be approved by NSCN before writing the exam
- You can apply for the exam through the NSCN portal as part of your licensing process
You must pass the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam in order to qualify to practice.
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You may also be interested in finding a job as a Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) in Nova Scotia if you can’t register as a nurse at this time
