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Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Program for Licensed Practical Nurses (DEC 180.B0)

Cégep de Baie-Comeau

Baie-Comeau, Quebec, Canada

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At Cégep de Baie-Comeau in Baie-Comeau, Canada, Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Program for Licensed Practical Nurses (DEC 180.B0) is offered as a diploma in Nursing programme. The programme runs for 3 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 11,740 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Nursing
Duration: 3 years
International tuition: CAD 11,740 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: cegepbc.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Soins infirmiers / infirmieres auxiliaires (180.B0) is a three-year, six-semester Diplome d'etudes collegiales (DEC) bridging pathway that lets holders of the Diplome d'etudes professionnelles (DEP) in Sante, assistance et soins infirmiers (licensed practical nurses) complete the full nursing DEC. The 2,175-hour program builds on DEP-level competencies and covers human anatomy and physiology, clinical assessment and interpretation, pediatric and maternal nursing, microbiology, the social determinants of health, and care of vulnerable populations, combining classroom instruction with laboratory work and supervised clinical placements. A part-time, hybrid formula spread over three years is available for students combining the program with university studies. Graduates must pass the licensing examination of the Ordre des infirmieres et infirmiers du Quebec (OIIQ) to practise as registered nurses.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Diplome d'etudes professionnelles (DEP) in Sante, assistance et soins infirmiers is required, plus science prerequisites: Science and Technology (ST) or Applied Science and Technology (ATS/SE) at Secondary 4 or Physical Science 436, and Chemistry at Secondary 5 or Chemistry 534.

About Cégep de Baie-Comeau

Type: College
Founded: 1967
Students: 815
Programs: 20
Location: Baie-Comeau, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Program for Licensed Practical Nurses (DEC 180.B0) award?

Cégep de Baie-Comeau awards a Diploma in the field of Nursing on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Program for Licensed Practical Nurses (DEC 180.B0) take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Program for Licensed Practical Nurses (DEC 180.B0) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 11,740 per semester.

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