Start Your PN* Training Sooner
*pending approval by the Department of Advanced Education
Tired of waiting years for access to practical nursing programs? Island Career Academy is Nova Scotia's first Private Career College to offer Practical Nursing. Starting Soon!
Why Skip Long Waitlists?
Don't let long waitlists delay your nursing career. Here's why Island Career Academy is your better choice for PN training.
PN programs typically have 2+ year waitlists. Why wait when you could start your nursing career soon?
Be part of history - Island Career Academy is the first Private Career College in Nova Scotia to offer PN training. We are the first private career college to be approved by the NS College of Nurses to offer PN training.
We guarantee your program start date once accepted.
2-year program with 550 clinical hours providing extensive hands-on experience in real healthcare settings.
Nova Scotia desperately needs Licensed Practical Nurses, creating strong demand for qualified professionals. (Source: NS Labour Market 2024-2026)
Start making a difference in patients' lives sooner. Don't wait years to begin your rewarding nursing career.
Admission Requirements
Make sure you meet the requirements to skip the waitlists and start your PN career soon.
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.
Stop Waiting. Start Your Nursing Career Now.
Don't let long waitlists delay your dreams. Request information from Island Career Academy today about Nova Scotia's first Private Career College PN program.