Your Academic History
If your academic history includes any of the following, please visit
My Education for important information: post-secondary studies at an institution other than Red River College Polytechnic; Modified (M), English as an Additional Language (E), or GED high school courses; or home schooling; international secondary (high school) studies.
The college requires transcripts verifying your complete academic history including any public or private high school, college, university, or technical institute you have attended.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION
Upload Through Your Future Student Account
- Scan your document(s) and save the file. Ensure you keep your original documents as the College may request to see them at any time.
- Go to apply.rrc.ca and log in.
- Click on your application, then Supplemental Items & Documents.
If you do not have a Future Student Account or require assistance, please contact our Student Service Centre at 204-632-2327.
Internationally Educated Applicants - visit www.rrc.ca/credentials for credential assessment information.
Submission of required documentation indicating proof of completion of admission requirements is due within 15 days of applying unless otherwise noted in the program's admission requirements.
However, if you apply within 6 weeks of the start date of the program, this item is due within 5 days of applying.
Regular Admission Requirements
1. Grade 12
- Submit proof of graduation from or enrolment in in Grade 12.
- If you provide proof of enrolment, your official final grades indicating successful completion must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrolment or by the deadline specified in your admission letter.
- If you completed your education outside of Canada or the United States, do not submit your international academic credentials until requested to do so. See English Language Requirements (ELRs) for more information. .
2. English Language Requirements (ELRs)
- Have you successfully completed the equivalent of three years of full-time secondary (high school) education in Canada, the United States, or an ELR exempt country where English was the language of instruction. To view a list of ELR exempt countries click here.
- Approved English language assessments and required levels for this program are:
- Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Certificate - exit Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels from an English as a second language (ESL) program: Listening 8, Speaking 8, Reading 8, Writing 7
or - International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): Listening 6.5, Speaking 7.0, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.0
or
- Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees (CanTEST): Listening 4.5, Speaking 4.5, Reading 4.5, Writing 3.5
- If completing an assessment, we strongly advise you complete it before submitting your application to ensure you meet language requirements and can submit your results within 30 days of applying.
- Assessment results must be dated within two years of your application date.
- After confirming you’ve met English language requirements through your assessment results, the College will send you an email requesting submission of your transcripts.
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3. Applicant Declaration for Check Documents Form
Program Progression Requirements
Program progression requirements are not due within 15 days of applying and should be submitted after you start classes.
Practicum Prerequisites
- Immunization and Testing
- Adult Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector (ACRVS), Adult Abuse Registry (AAR) and Provincial Child Abuse Registry (PCAR) checks conducted no more than six months prior to you attending the clinical practice. You must submit original documents. For further information, see: Police Information Check
- Proof of attendance at a Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) information session
- A copy of your RRC photo identification
- A copy of Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (formerly BLS for Health Care Providers) - Level C (must be current within one year prior to you attending the practicum). The course must comply with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada guidelines.
- Proof of completion in the Non-violent Crisis Intervention ® Training Program (program must be current within one year prior to attending the practicum)
- Proof of N95 mask fitting. Fittings will be arranged by the College. You will be responsible for any associated fees
Academic Advising Service
Our academic advising service can provide information about our full-time programs, explain program admission requirements, and help you select the right program to meet your career and academic goals. We can also connect you with helpful people, resources, and supports.
