- Program length is 8 months (2 terms)
- Delivery is in person with the possibility of online learning
- This program is offered at the NDC campus
- Initial start date is anticipated for Spring/Summer 2026
- Upon completion of the program, students can directly enter the Nursing Program
- This program is open to international students only
Program Description
The International Pathway to Nursing program will help you meet the English requirements of the Nursing program while building the academic skills needed to navigate its demands.
You will gain knowledge of body systems and terminology, language skills for the health-care setting, and meet all admission requirements for the Nursing program. You will also enhance your intercultural competence ability and understanding of unique Indigenous health-care perspectives. You will develop skills through experiential activities, real-world examples, and practical applications that will strengthen your ability to communicate effectively, collaborate in teams, and support patient-centered outcomes in healthcare environments.
On completion of the program, you will receive a Statement of Achievement and gain direct entry into the Nursing program to continue to build your knowledge of healthcare contexts and the nursing profession in Manitoba.
Throughout the International Pathway to Nursing, you will also complete several requirements needed for admission to the Nursing program. Some of these will be fulfilled as part of the pathway, while others must be completed independently. These include:
- Successful completion of 6 credit units of Human Anatomy and Physiology with a minimum grade of C+ (completed within the International Pathway to Nursing)
- Submission of an Applicant Declaration for Check Documents Form
- Successful completion of a First Aid course
In addition to these admission requirements, the Nursing program has progression requirements. These may include immunizations and testing, as well as Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks.
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