Diploma in Practical Nurse in Red Deer Canada | Red Deer Polytechnic

The Practical Nurse Diploma program equips you to become a vital healthcare team member, delivering exceptional patient care throughout all life stages. Our graduates are in high demand, securing positions in hospitals, long-term care facilities, community health organizations, and various medical environments. Build a rewarding career where you can combine passion with purpose while positively transforming lives. Join this respected profession focused on comprehensive patient wellness.Throughout the program, you'll develop essential competencies to support clients in diverse healthcare contexts.Our cutting-edge simulation labs provide immersive, realistic training environments, while our industry partnerships offer valuable hands-on clinical experiences. Complete your studies fully prepared to create meaningful change in patients' lives. Upon graduation and passing the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam, you'll qualify for licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN).Through our collaboration with Campus Alberta Central (CAC), we deliver the Practical Nurse program via HyFlex, online, and in-person formats across Central Alberta communities. Check the admissions section for upcoming intake dates in your area.We've also partnered with Prairie College to offer our program at their Three Hills campus. Interested students should apply directly through Prairie College.Prior Learning Accelerated PathwayHave previous healthcare education or experience? Our accelerated pathway (Practical Nurse Prior Learning Cohort) is designed for internationally educated nurses, foreign-trained healthcare professionals, and Canadian healthcare workers seeking faster completion. Applicants with relevant international or domestic credentials from the past decade may qualify.Work-integrated LearningDiscover diverse experiential learning options at Red Deer Polytechnic through our Career Education and Experience Development Centre.Practical Nurse Diploma students complete clinical placements in healthcare facilities.Related Career PathsLicensed Practical Nurse Crisis Intervention Specialist Health Promotion Officer Operating Room Nurse Intensive Care Nurse