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Diploma in Practical Nurse Bow Valley College Bow Valley College, Canada

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CAD 15591

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 160

Application Fee

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30 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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92

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

There are several exciting areas where you can provide care as a Practical Nurse. Some areas include child care, maternity nursing, community health, mental wellness, seniors care, and medicine. You can start this program in the winter, spring or fall terms. A duration of five terms is offered to provide you time to focus on nursing content and allows for consolidation of learning. Knowledge and experience is gained through the classroom, online courses, lab setting, and a variety of care facilities throughout the program.


The structured program delivery and time table are intended to support successful learning. Enrolment in this program indicates your commitment to education as a priority over any personal or work obligations.


This program is delivered through different pathways that are offered synchronously or asynchronously or a combination of both. Synchronous delivery is instructors and students meet at a scheduled time in person or online. Asynchronous delivery is students access course materials at their own pace to prepare for scheduled assessments.


It is highly recommended that you participate in the in-person New Student Orientation as important program information will be discussed and you will have an opportunity to ask questions

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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

May 2026, Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 7.0  Minimum Listening - 7.5  Minimum Reading - 6.5  Minimum Writing - 7.0  Minimum Speaking - 7.0  
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 92

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):

  • Minimum 60% in English 30-1, or 70% in English 30-2, or equivalent
  • Credit in Math 20-1, or minimum 60% in Math 20-2, or equivalent
  • Minimum 60% in Biology 30 or equivalent, or 64% in Bow Valley College Anatomy and Physiology (ANAT1101) or equivalent

7 IELTS Score
92 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

15591

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 160

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Scholarships for International Students

Bow Valley College offers scholarship opportunities to our international students each academic term and at each stage during their studies. The scholarship program is divided into two main categories: entrance scholarships and in-course scholarships.


Entrance Scholarships:

International students are eligible to apply for scholarships in this category if:

  • They are starting their very first post-secondary program at Bow Valley College.
  • They have already completed and graduated from a first post-secondary program at Bow Valley College and are now starting a second post-secondary program.
  • They have completed an English language learning or upgrading program at Bow Valley College and are now starting a post-secondary program.


Entrance Awards

Bow Valley College offers entrance awards to assist learners who are entering a certificate or diploma program at the college for the first time.  Learners will need to apply for these awards in the semester prior to their planned start date. 

Scholarship Title

Description 

Amount

Program Start Date: Fall

Applications Open: May 1st
Deadline: August 1st

Program Start Date: Winter

Applications Open: September 1st
Deadline: December 1st

 Program Start Date: Spring

Applications Open: January 1st,
Deadline: April 1st

Paul and Gerri Charette Endowed Award

This award has been established to support a youth who is a full-time student at Bow Valley College. The award celebrates the student’s determination to create a better future for themselves and their family by working diligently towards their educational goals.

Criteria: Applicant must be full-time, under 25 years of age, domestic or international, and entering a career program. Additional criteria might be displayed while completing the application.

Available to both domestic and international students.

$2,000/semester for first year of a certificate or Diploma Program  X    
The TransAlta Women Pivoting in Tech Entrance Bursary This award was established to help all women entering a diploma or post-diploma technology-related program at Bow Valley College. These bursaries are available to help cover tuition costs and help offset program-related costs such as technology, childcare, and basic expenses. TransAlta's goal is to ease financial pressures and reassure recipients that they can manage school and meet their education goals.


Criteria: Applicant must identify as a woman and can be part-time or full-time, domestic or international, in the following eligible programs:


School of Technology

  • Cloud Computing
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Management and Analytics
  • Digital Design
  • Digital Marketing
  • Health Data Analytics
  • Information Technology Systems
  • Machine Learning Analyst
  • Software Development

Centre for Entertainment Arts:

  • Advanced Film Production
  • Advanced 3D Animation & 3D Modelling
  • Advanced Visual Effects
  • Advanced Game Development
  • Foundation in Entertainment Arts

Additional criteria might be displayed while completing the application.
Available to both domestic and international students.

$10,000 X    


*(D) Domestic—(I) International
**Availability is subject to change. Please check the most recent list of Entrance Awards here four months before your program start date. 

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