Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Primary Pathway: Clinical Care

Overview:
Provides direct, hands‑on care to clients and families, supporting assessments, treatments, and health education. LPNs are regulated professionals who work under the direction of RNs and physicians across hospitals, long‑term care, clinics, and community settings.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide basic assessments and nursing interventions.
  • Support medication administration and documentation within scope.
  • Assist with chronic disease management and patient teaching.
  • Participate in infection prevention and safe care practices.
  • Collaborate with RNs and other providers.

Prerequisites:

  • Grade 12 diploma — completed through one of: Regular Grade 12, Adult 12, or GED.

Program Locations: Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regina

Programs:

  • College of Nursing / Faculty of Nursing / School of Nursing – Continuing Care
  • Practical Nursing, Indigenous Practical Nursing
  • Health Care Aide
  • SCBScN (Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

University or Post‑Secondary:

  • University of Regina
  • University of Saskatchewan
  • Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT)
  • Carlton Trail College
  • Lakeland College
  • Northlands College
  • North West College
  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic
  • Suncrest College
  • Southeast College

Education & Qualifications:

  • Practical Nursing diploma; current/eligible provincial LPN registration.
  • Compassion, teamwork, communication, cultural humility.

Admission Requirements (Pathway Notes):

  • Not typically direct from high school unless admitted to SCBScN.
  • Begin with the College of Arts and Science or the Nursing Readiness Certificate.

Required High School Classes:

  • Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre‑Calculus 30.
  • Science 20/30; Social Science and Language 20/30.
  • Students undecided or entering BA are encouraged to take Foundations of Math 30; those entering BSc to take Pre‑Calculus 30.
  • Math deficiency may be admitted; consult college to plan to clear deficiency.
  • Required high school classes for admission may differ from degree requirements (e.g., Chemistry 30 for first‑year chemistry).

Required Grade Average:

  • Minimum admission average: 70%.

Mature Admission:

  • Proof of age (21+), written submission, transcripts, <18 transferable credit units, résumé, English proficiency.

Where You’ll Work:

  • Clinics, community health centres, home and community.

Growth Pathways:

  • Specialized LPN roles → RN bridging → Educator/Leadership