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John Abbott College
Nursing
- Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Canada
Course
On-Campus
English
Our Nursing program is renowned for its innovation in nursing education. We are committed to preparing our students for real-life practice in an increasingly challenging, complex healthcare system. In our state-of-the-art learning environment, classroom and laboratory experiences include integrated simulation, combined with clinical fieldwork in Montreal area hospitals. Students practice in a wide range of specialties.


Gateway College
Health Care Assistant - Accelerated Program
- Vancouver, Canada
Course
Full time
23 weeks
Blended, On-Campus
English
This program is the accelerated version of the Health Care Assistant program in Gateway College. Students receive the same training and credentials, but complete their studies within six months! Our dedicated and experienced instructors will provide quality education with hands-on training to prepare students for the real world. Students will practice their techniques in labs equipped with articulated mannequins, hospital beds, medical gear and fixtures.
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Gateway College
Course: Health Care Assistant & Communication
- Vancouver, Canada
Course
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
This program is ideal for international students or new immigrants who do not speak English as a first language. It is also suitable for students without a health care background who are not familiar with medical terminology.


Bredin Institute
Community and Home Care Worker Program
- Calgary, Canada
Course
On-Campus
English
Are you currently unemployed and passionate about enhancing the quality of life and dignity of Albertans through community and home caregiving? This is the right program for you! If you are currently unemployed, the Community and Home Care Worker Integrated Training Program will prepare you with the essential knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience to work with individuals requiring assisted living.


Gateway College
Healthcare Assistant Program
- Vancouver, Canada
Course
Full time
32 weeks
Blended, On-Campus
English
This healthcare assistant program is designed to train learners to become Health Care Professionals. Our dedicated and experienced instructors will provide quality education with hands-on training to prepare students for the real world. Students will practice their techniques in labs equipped with articulated mannequins, hospital beds, medical gear, and fixtures.


Canadian International Career College
Intensive Care Unit Program (ICU)
- Toronto, Canada
Course
On-Campus
English
Program Goal: The ICU training course is designed to help students acquire advanced knowledge and develop skills necessary in the care of critically ill patients. Program Objectives: To assist students, develop a solid and firm ICU foundation. To assist students to gain advanced knowledge in all the modules outlined in the course (refer to course modules). The students will obtain advanced knowledge and accurate skills in performing head-to-toe physical assessments in the lab and in the clinical practicum. The students will learn how to interpret diagnostic tests (i.e. blood works, X-Rays, Pulmonary Pressures through Swan Ganz, PICCO, CVP, etc) accurately and be able to relate them to the clinical manifestations of the critically ill patients and be able to translate them in the care of the critically ill patients. The students will be able to perform nursing procedures required in the care of critically ill patients. The student will be able to handle and cope with the "stress" related to the care of critically ill patients.


Gateway College
Course: Enhanced Skills Program – Geriatric Care
- Vancouver, Canada
Course
Full time
38 weeks
Blended, On-Campus
English
This program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skill of learners to work with older adults in order to effectively meet the needs of the aging population. This program will focus on gaining a greater understanding of the physical, social, cognitive and spiritual needs of the older adults, and the challenges faced by our aging population.


Bredin Institute
Alberta Registered Nurses Assessment Program (ARNAP) Preparation
- Calgary, Canada
Course
On-Campus
English
Alberta Registered Nurses Assessment Program (ARNAP) Preparation for Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) supports those seeking to become Registered Nurses (RNs) in Alberta. The eight-week ARNAP Preparation program will familiarize you, as an eligible IENs, with the ARNAP exam process.
Learn more about Nursing Course programs in Canada
Nursing degree programs in Canada offer a path where compassion meets rigorous training, preparing you to meet the healthcare needs of diverse populations. The coursework focuses on developing practical nursing skills combined with evidence-based practices, ensuring you’re well-prepared to enter a dynamic field.
Through courses in patient care, pharmacology, and health assessment, you’ll acquire specific skills like administering medications, collaborating in multidisciplinary teams, and utilizing nursing technologies to improve patient outcomes. Many students build confidence as they engage with new perspectives, fostering independence and critical thinking throughout their studies.
The educational approach in Canada emphasizes experiential learning, including laboratory simulations and clinical placements, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. Graduates from nursing courses often embark on a variety of career paths, including positions in hospitals, community health organizations, and public health agencies, gaining skills that are respected globally and integral to healthcare systems.