Program Overview

The Practical Nurse Online Diploma program is a comprehensive and flexible program designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to work as licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in rural healthcare settings. This program is specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of students residing in rural areas of Alberta, providing accessible education and training opportunities that may otherwise be limited. This unique offering has been developed to meet the health care needs of Albertans in the face of critical nursing shortages and has been designed to accommodate the flexibility required by students living in rural communities.