Diploma in Practical Nursing is a diploma in Nursing programme offered by Northern College in Timmins, Canada. The programme runs for 4 semesters, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is CAD 17,142 per year (CAD 3,469 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Nursing
Duration: 4 semesters
Delivery: On Campus
Language: English
Local tuition: CAD 3,469 / year
International tuition: CAD 17,142 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The courses listed below may be part of your Program of Study. Please note that the courses and course descriptions listed below are based on our current offering and are subject to change. Current students can find information on the courses they are enrolled in by logging into their Student Portal Account. Information for previous academic years can be found in the Program Outline Archive. If you have questions or require more information, please contact the Program Coordinator. Additional Course Information The Practical Nursing program offers students clinical setting learning opportunities in the hospital setting, followed by a Preceptorship period. Practical Nursing students will experience group clinical placement on medical, surgical, maternity, and mental health. Students may request the area of preference to complete their final consolidation of their learning during the 8-week preceptorship experience.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Domestic admission requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with Grade 12 English (C or U) at a minimum of 65%, Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U) at 65%, Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry (C or U) at 65%, and Grade 11 Math (C, M or U) at 65%; these can be obtained free through Academic Upgrading. International applicants must also hold a senior high school diploma/certificate with 65% equivalents in Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology, and meet English proficiency with one of: IELTS Academic overall 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 88+, or PTE Academic 60+. Before their clinical placement begins, students must complete a criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, required immunizations including COVID-19 vaccination, CPR/First Aid certification, mask-fit testing, and provide medical clearance documentation.
Application Details
Application Deadline:February 1, 2027 is the equal-consideration date for Fall 2027 entry to this competitive program; applications after that date are waitlisted or considered first-come, first-served if seats remain.
