Practical Nursing Training in Cape Breton, NS
*pending approval by the Department of Advanced Education
Island Career Academy has received NS College of Nurses approval for PN training. This program is pending final approval by the Nova Scotia Department of Advanced Education; enrollment is subject to program approval. Register your interest to be notified when enrollment opens.
Program Details
Core Nursing Competencies
- Medication administration and safety
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Wound care and infection control
- IV therapy
- Electronic medical records (EMR)
- Practical nursing registration exam preparation (subject to regulatory approval)
- Mental health nursing principles
- Geriatric care
- Emergency and acute care procedures
- Professional nursing communication
Career Opportunities
- Hospitals and medical centers
- Long-term care facilities
- Community health centers
- Home healthcare agencies
- Rehabilitation centers
- Physician offices and clinics
- Assisted living facilities
- Mental health facilities
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent
- Grade 12 Academic English
- Grade 12 Academic Math
- Two additional Grade 12 Academic Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics)
- International students: High school diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country
Background Checks & Health Requirements
- Current, official clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
- Clear child abuse registry check
- Required immunizations (proof must be submitted by the date provided at program start)
Important: All requirements must be completed and submitted by the dates provided to you at the beginning of your program. Contact our admissions team for detailed information about specific requirements and deadlines.
Clinical Experience
Complete 550 hours of hands-on clinical training in Nova Scotia healthcare facilities. Clinical rotations include medical-surgical units, long-term care, mental health settings, and community health environments. Students work alongside experienced nursing staff to apply classroom learning in real-world patient care scenarios.
Speak with our admissions team to learn more about this program and start your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Island Career Academy's Practical Nursing program is pending approval by the Nova Scotia Department of Advanced Education. Enrollment is subject to program approval. Contact our admissions team for the latest status.
Once approved, Island Career Academy's Practical Nursing program will be delivered on-site at 721 Alexandra Street, Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
The Practical Nursing program is planned as a 2-year program with comprehensive classroom instruction and 550 supervised clinical hours across hospital, long-term care, and community health settings. Program is pending regulatory approval.
Upon successful completion, graduates will receive a Practical Nursing Certificate from Island Career Academy. This program is pending approval by the Nova Scotia Department of Advanced Education; enrollment is subject to that approval.
Why Choose Island Career Academy?
ICA has been building careers in Cape Breton for over 38 years. Here's what sets us apart.
NS College of Nurses approval in place - full program pending Dept. of Advanced Education sign-off
550 supervised clinical hours across hospital, long-term care, and community settings
Comprehensive 2-year curriculum built on evidence-based nursing competencies
Training Cape Bretoners since 1987 - 38+ years of healthcare education
Small class sizes for hands-on, personalised instruction
Career placement support to help you land your first nursing role
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