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Post-RN Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Students in York's Post-RN Nursing program for internationally educated nurses

York University’s Post-RN BScN is a full-time, 20-month program designed for internationally educated nurses (IEN) seeking to transition into or advance in the Canadian healthcare system.

Building on prior education, students complete the program in five consecutive terms, including a summer term in Year 1, with graduation at the Spring convocation the following year. This is a full-time program with no part-time option. The program is approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), qualifying graduates to write the nursing registration exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN).

Located at York’s Keele Campus, the program blends theory and hands-on practice with interprofessional collaboration. Through transformative teaching and learning strategies, students develop critical thinking, leadership, and advocacy skills essential for nursing excellence.

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Duration

20 months (5 terms)

Degree

BScN

Intake

Fall (Sept)

Study Options

Full-time only

Delivery

In-person

Why Choose Nursing at York U?

Advance your nursing career in Canada’s healthcare system with a program designed to support your transition, build confidence, and refine your expertise through immersive, hands-on training.

  • Learn from experienced nursing educators and practitioners who bring insights from the Canadian healthcare system to help you succeed.
  • Complete the program in just 20 months (5 terms) through an intensive, structured curriculum tailored for internationally educated nurses.
  • Practice in a 5,000 sq. ft. Nursing Simulation Centre, featuring a Nursing Skills Lab equipped with high-fidelity mannequins and a 2,000 sq. ft. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality lab for immersive, self-paced learning.
  • Gain experience and build professional connections through diverse clinical placements in hospitals, community health centers, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings in the Greater Toronto Area, starting in Semester 2.
  • Deepen your expertise with an optional additional term in High Acuity and Critical Care or Mental Health, Illness, and Addiction.

Admission & Eligibility Requirements

The Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses program is designed for internationally educated nurses who meet the following eligibility requirements:

  • Are a licensed Registered Nurse in their home jurisdiction 
  • Not currently registered as an RN with the College of Nurses of Ontario 

For Fall 2025, this program is open to: 

  • Canadian citizens 
  • Permanent Residents 
  • Protected persons
  • International applicants

Required Documentation

  • Letter from the College of Nurses of Ontario verifying that you have completed a College of Nurses of Ontario evaluation (diploma education equivalency)
  • Transcripts from your educational institution(s)
  • Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  • Satisfied the proof of English language proficiency requirement such as presenting an acceptable language test score.  More details on the proof of English language proficiency requirement are available on the Future Students website. 

This program is only open to applicants who are licensed Registered Nurses in their home jurisdiction but not currently licensed as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

If you do not meet the above eligibility criteria, you may want to browse our other Nursing program options.

Courses

The Post-RN BScN program can be completed in 5 consecutive terms.

  • NURS 3513 3.00 Development as a Nurse through Reflection and Theory-based Practice
  • NURS 1543 3.00 Health Assessment
  • NURS 3001 3.00 The Canadian Health Care System
  • NURS 2543 3.00 Health of Families and Social Groups
  • NURS 2513 3.00 Ethics and Health Equity in Interprofessional Practice
  • NURS 3901 3.00 Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Practices
  • NURS 2300 3.00 Statistical Methods in Healthcare Research (or equivalent)
  • NURS 3510 6.00
    Partnering with Communities
    NURS 3510P 0.00     Practicum for HH/NURS 3510 6.00
  • NURS 3512 3.00 Nursing in the Context of Global and Environmental Health
  • NURS 3515 3.00 Evidence-informed Nursing Practice: Research and Inquiry
  • NURS 2547 6.00 Mental Health Across the Lifespan
    NURS 2547P 0.00 Practicum for HH/NURS 2547 6.00
  • NURS 4517 3.00 Evolving as a Professional Nurse
  • NURS 3514 3.00 Leadership, Change and Innovation
  • NURS 4526 6.00 Acute and Complex Health Challenges
    NURS 4526P 0.00 Practicum for HH/NURS 4526 6.00
  • NURS 4528 3.00 Nursing Knowledge and Transition
  • NURS 4529 6.00 Integrated
    Practicum

Pathway to RN Registration

York University’s Nursing programs are approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), allowing graduates to pursue registration as a nurse in Ontario.

To become a Registered Nurse (RN), BScN graduates must pass the NCLEX-RN examination and meet the CNO eligibility criteria, including residency status (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or authorized under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act). CNO also outlines the required Entry-Level Competencies and requisite skills and abilities for nursing practice in Ontario, which includes cognitive, communicative, behavioural, psychomotor, sensory and environmental capacities. For details, visit the CNO Website.

Careers in Nursing

With rising demand for skilled nurses, graduates work in diverse settings, including:

  • Hospital and Acute Care: delivering critical patient care.
  • Long-term Care: providing care in nursing homes, hospices, and rehabilitation centers.
  • Primary Health Care: with postgraduate studies, becoming a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP), providing primary and preventive care.
  • Public Health: promoting community health, education, and disease prevention.
Students in the simulation centre for the Post-RN Nursing program for internationally educated nurses

FAQs 

Below are some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you plan and prepare.

You must submit your application through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). When applying, use the program code: YHO. Be sure to check and adhere to all application deadlines to ensure your application is considered.

Yes, you can apply on a study permit if you meet the other eligibility requirements.

Yes, you can apply if you are an RPN if you have previously worked as a Registered Nurse in another country and are not currently licensed as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Please keep in mind that the program will still be 20 months long.

Unfortunately, transcripts cannot be pre-assessed by the School of Nursing nor the Admissions department prior to applying.

For this program you need to be a licensed RN in your home jurisdiction. Medical doctor will not count.

No, only complete files can be considered for admission. Your letter from CNO, transcripts, resume, and proof of English language proficiency (if applicable) are all needed before your file can be reviewed for admission.

No, your file can only be considered for admission if you have satisfied the proof of English language proficiency requirement.  More details on the proof of English language proficiency requirement are available on the Future Students website. 

Tuition costs can be found on the Future Students Tuition & Fees page.

All BScN students are required to take a registration examination administered by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) upon successful completion of the program in order to practice nursing in Ontario and elsewhere in Canada (except in Quebec). The Registered Nurse (RN) designation will enable you to work in health care agencies/hospitals as a qualified RN.

BScN graduates must pass the NCLEX-RN registration exam, administered by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Ontario or elsewhere in Canada. The designation of the title Registered Nurse (RN) is regulated by CNO. To qualify, graduates must provide proof of Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or authorization under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada). For more details, please visit the CNO website.  


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Please contact us if you have any questions about applying for Faculty of Health programs, your application status, or your next steps after receiving an offer of admission.

Faculty of Health Recruitment Office
hlthrec@yorku.ca
416-736-2100 x 33164