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National Nursing Assessment Service

The National Nursing Assessment Services is a trusted credentialing service for Internationally Educated Nurses interested in becoming a nurse in Canada. They collect and verify nursing credentials. Their reports are accepted by all nursing regulatory bodies in Canada (except in Québec and the Territories).

https://www.nnas.ca

NCLEX review for IENs

The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) study group focuses on assisting internationally educated nurses in reviewing competencies as outlined in the National Council of State Boards of Nursing test plan through a question and answer format and review with a facilitator. 

https://directionsforimmigrants.ca/services/study-groups/nclex-rn

IEN Navigator of Alberta Association of Nurses

The navigator will provide advice and link IENs to partner agencies if needed. Further, the navigator can also support questions regarding registration, NCLEX preparation, bridging programs, and applying/interviewing. 

Send an email to AAN

College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)

CRNA is the regulatory body for registered nurses (RNs) in the province of Alberta, Canada. Its primary role is to ensure that RNs in Alberta meet and maintain professional standards of practice and ethical conduct. CRNA sets and enforces standards for nursing education, licensure, and ongoing professional development. 

https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Fnotice-and-updates%2Finternationally-educated-nurses-do-not-need-to-submit-a-nnas-assessment-if-they-meet-the-new-requirements%2F 

College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)

CLPNA is the regulatory body for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in the province of Alberta, Canada. Its primary responsibility is to ensure that LPNs in Alberta meet and uphold professional standards of practice and ethical conduct. 

Applying for Registration - College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (clpna.com) 

College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA)

CRPNA is the professional regulatory body for registered psychiatric nurses in Alberta, the Health Professions Act and Regulations set out the College's responsibilities. 

 IEN Applicant (crpna.ab.ca) 

United Nurses of Alberta (UNA)

UNA is a labor union representing registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, and other health care workers in the province of Alberta, Canada. UNA is one of the largest health care unions in the province. 

https://www.una.ca/ 

Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE)

AUPE is a labor union representing a wide range of public sector workers in the province of Alberta, Canada. AUPE represents over 95,000 members across various sectors, including healthcare, education, government services, and more. 

https://www.aupe.org/ 

Changing Together

Changing Together is a non-profit charitable organization that was established as a resource and support centre for immigrant women, both citizens and newcomers to Canada. 

 http://www.changingtogether.com/ 

Bursary for IENs

The Bursary for Internationally Educated Nurses is a return service bursary of a maximum of $30,000 in supports, includes a portion of fixed and variable costs (such as assessments and exams, tuition, program fees, licensing and living costs) to complete a bridging program at one of the following post-secondary institutions:

  • Bow Valley College
  • Mount Royal University
  • NorQuest College

The bursary is intended to encourage international students to train to complete a term of nursing employment in a rural area in Alberta.


 Bursary for Internationally Educated Nurses | Alberta Student Aid 

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