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Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Pathway

Cegep de Victoriaville

Victoriaville, Quebec, Canada

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At Cegep de Victoriaville in Victoriaville, Canada, Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Pathway is offered as a diploma in Nursing programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition is CAD 725 per total for local students.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Nursing
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 725 / total

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: cegepvicto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This bridging (passerelle) pathway allows graduates of the Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) in Health, Assistance and Nursing Care to complete the Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Nursing, program code 180.B0, at Cegep de Victoriaville. The pathway totals 2,175 hours of coursework and clinical training, offered on a flexible schedule of two days per week or part-time to accommodate students balancing work and study. Admission requires holding the DEP in Health, Assistance and Nursing Care, Secondary 4 Science and Technology of the Environment (or Science and Environment), and Secondary 5 Chemistry, or completion of two complementary courses in the first two sessions. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Graduates become eligible to write the licensing examination and register with the Ordre des infirmieres et infirmiers du Quebec (OIIQ) as a registered nurse, building on nursing-assistant competencies gained through the DEP to reach full scope-of-practice nursing knowledge and clinical skills.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet general admission conditions, hold a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) in Health, Assistance and Nursing Care, have completed Secondary 4 Science and Technology of the Environment (or Science and Environment) and Secondary 5 Chemistry (or two complementary courses in Sessions 1-2), and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

About Cegep de Victoriaville

Type: College
Founded: 1967
Students: 2,600
Programs: 45
Location: Victoriaville, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Pathway award?

Cegep de Victoriaville awards a Diploma in the field of Nursing on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Pathway take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Nursing - Bridging Pathway cost?

Tuition is CAD 725 per total for local students.

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