Practice based experiences in hospitals, community health organizations, and home care agencies allows students to apply skills and knowledge to real world situations.
The four-year Bachelor of Nursing program is a collaboration between Lethbridge College and the University of Lethbridge. Students spend their first two years at LC and their last two years at the U of L. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to write the Canadian licensure exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN).
The Bachelor of Nursing program only has a Fall (September intake). The deadline to apply for admission is March 1.
Admission Decision Documents must be received by April 1, and Final Documents by June 15 (post-secondary) or August 15 (high school). See the Application and Document Deadlines Chart.
Competitive Admission
Applicants will be ranked using the average of grades in the five courses listed above (Health Care Experience applicants will be ranked based on the average of five courses along with relevant work experience as outlined in the resume, letter of intent, and reference letter from employer).
* Post-Secondary applicants must have a minimum of six transferable courses with a minimum GPA of 2.00. Applicants who have completed fewer than six transferable courses must have a minimum GPA of 2.00 and a 65% high school average.
Individuals who do not have the necessary high school courses for admission may wish to apply to the Nursing Preparation Program that will provide access to courses that can be used for admission towards the B.N. program as well as courses that will count towards the B.N. program, if admitted.
High School Course Equivalents
To see which High School courses from outside of Alberta can be used for General Admission visit: High School Admission Route
Spoken English Language Proficiency Requirement
In addition to the English Language Proficiency requirement for regular University of Lethbridge undergraduate admission, applicants to the Faculty of Health Sciences must also meet a Spoken English Language Proficiency (SELP) requirement. More information on the SELP can be found here.
International Documents
International applicants are strongly advised to have all prerequisite courses completed by the application deadline of March 1. Interim/unofficial documents, including English Language Proficiency and Spoken English Language Proficiency requirements, must be received by April 1, and all final documents must be received by June 15.
Spoken English Language Proficiency Requirement
All applicants must meet the Faculty of Health Sciences Spoken English Language Proficiency requirement.
International Centre for Students
The International Centre for Students is committed to assisting international students in meeting their academic and personal goals, as well as fostering cross-cultural understanding and learning among students, staff, and faculty in the University and in the surrounding community. Please contact the International Centre for Students for more information on their programs and services that can assist you in your transition to the University of Lethbridge!
The Faculty of Health Sciences demonstrates its commitment to Aboriginal peoples and communities by offering admission to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit applicants. This is to ensure that we are:
- following the University of Lethbridge’s fundamental principles and key strategic priorities to ensure that our programs meet the needs of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities
- addressing Call to Action #7 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada to eliminate educational and employment gaps between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Canadians
Applicants who have declared their Aboriginal ancestry at the time of application may be considered by criteria designed to help address the traditional underrepresentation of Aboriginal people in health professions. For more information, contact an Academic Advisor.
Due to the collaborative nature of the Bachelor of Nursing program, students pay tuition and fees to Lethbridge College for the first two years of the program, and to the University of Lethbridge for the final two years. Refer to the tuition and fee information at both Lethbridge College and the University of Lethbridge. Actual tuition and fee amounts will be reflected at time of registration.
A course sequencing plan with University of Lethbridge credit hours is below:
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Year 1, Fall (Lethbridge College) |
Year 1, Winter (Lethbridge College) |
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Year 2, Fall (Lethbridge College) |
Year 2, Winter (Lethbridge College) |
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Year 3, Fall (UofL) |
Year 3, Spring (UofL) |
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Year 4, Fall (UofL) |
Year 4, Spring (UofL)
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MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
• Blue nursing scrubs
• Stethoscope
• Blood pressure cuff
• Pen lights
All items are available at the Lethbridge College Bookstore, as well as other vendors within the community.
STUDENT LOANS
Students are considered full-time at Lethbridge College for the first two years and full-time at the U of L for all remaining semesters.
Questions regarding student loans can be directed to Lethbridge College's Student Awards and Financial Aid and/or the Scholarships & Student Finance Office at the University of Lethbridge.
HOUSING
The BN program is collaborative with the first two years completed at Lethbridge College and the final two years completed at the University of Lethbridge. Students may want to explore residence options for the appropriate institution at the links above.
Find out more about our nursing instructors here.
The Simulation Health Centre is available to support student learning and ongoing clinical practice development. Read more here!
College & Association of Registered Nurses in Alberta: Requisite Skills and Abilities for Becoming a Registered Nurse in Alberta
Government of Alberta OCC Info: Registered Nurse - Occupations in Alberta
NESA B.N. Programs Program: Purpose, Program Goals, and Program Philosophy
Refer to the Program Planning Guide for a list of courses required in the B.N. program and the course sequencing plan: Program Planning Guide
