As practical nursing students, you have embarked on a life-changing journey; a journey of discovery into health and health promotion, anatomy, disease process, caring, and healing. You are committed, dedicated, and passionate about providing quality care and by embarking on a career that services the public. As your association, we strive to support you in your journey. The information we provide is to further assist you as students and empower you to be informed in your future career.
NEW! STUDENT MEMBERSHIP FEE reduced; Join now for only $20!
Student Membership Student membership provides the student with:
- a membership card with tax deductible receipt
- each issue of The RPN Journal magazine during their membership period
- discounted students rates at any RPNAO sponsored workshops and annual meetings that provide on-going support and education
- a network of health professionals currently working in the field of nursing that can assist and direct you to sources of information for any questions you may have
- free access to our on-site library of educational brochures at our Mississauga office
- timely notice of all nursing related government initiatives
Not a member? For information, click here.
Information on the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination (CPNRE)
To practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario, students must pass the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination (CPNRE) or an acceptable equivalent to become registered in Ontario. The RPN exam has 260 multiple-choice questions. Each question is designed to measure a specific competency required of entry-level Registered Practical Nurses. The examination is divided into four books administered over the course of one day. For more information about the CPNRE, click here or here.
Current students are using the following exam guides to assist in preparing for the exam:
- 0779699858 Mosby’s Canadian Comprehensive Review of Nursing 2nd ed. can be ordered here
- 0978162501 The Canadian PN Exam Prep Guide can be ordered here.
New Grad Initiative 2007
Every new nursing graduate wishing to work full-time will have the opportunity to do so thanks to the initiative of the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Information on this initiative can be found at the following link.
Important Links:
College of Nurses Professional Standards
Ontario Colleges Find a Program
National Association of Practical Nurses in Canada
Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
Ontario Nursing Continuing Education Calendar
Initiatives, Programs and Resources for today’s nurses
Career Development Information:
Resume -- Quick Reference Guide
Interview -- Quick Reference Guide
Student Bursaries
The Education Trust Fund of the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario is pleased to announce the continuation of the Education Trust Fund bursary program. There will be four $750 bursaries awarded annually.
Students from both 1st and 2nd year are welcome to apply. The deadline is October, 31st of each year. The following attachments must accompany the application:
1. Applicantʼs Essay of a minimum of 750 words or more of one of the following topics:
a. Legislation
b. Advocacy for RPNAO
c. Scope of Practice
d. Leadership
2. Letter from Nursing Faculty stating professionalism and performance of the student.
Applicants will be notified by November 30th, each year of the Trust Fundʼs decision. Please click on the following links for more information:
Students
Heads of Nursing |
