Practical Nursing

Humber Polytechnic’s Practical Nursing program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for a rewarding career as a registered practical nurse (RPN) in Ontario. Graduates are prepared to write the practical nursing registration exam and pursue positions in hospitals, long-term care, and community health settings. The program combines a comprehensive curriculum with hands-on learning, including state-of-the-art bioscience and anatomy labs, advanced simulation labs, and access to Humber’s unique on-campus cadaver lab, giving students a distinctive advantage in their education.

Students gain approximately 1,000 hours of supervised professional practicum experience across diverse healthcare settings throughout the program. These placements, guided by Humber’s clinical experts, include long-term care, rehabilitation, acute-care, schools, and community agencies. From initial simulation labs to a final preceptored practicum working alongside an experienced RPN, students have the opportunity to apply their nursing knowledge and skills in real-world environments while developing confidence, clinical competence, and professional readiness for their careers.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

• Core nursing skills and clinical competencies through simulation labs and hands-on practicums.
• Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care across diverse healthcare settings.
• Professional, ethical, and evidence-informed nursing practices for hospitals, long-term care, and community agencies.
• Collaborative teamwork, therapeutic communication, and preparation for the practical nursing registration exam (RPN licensure in Ontario).