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​​​​​​​​​*NCAS to support new registration pathway for internationally educated nurses*

NCAS is excited to support nursing regulators in British Columbia, Alberta, and New Brunswick as they launch a new registration process for internationally educated nurses. Please visit the website of the provincial regulator for more information: ​

    • British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives – launching Jan. 31, 2023!
    • College of Registered Nurses of Alberta

    • College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta​

    • Nurses Association of New Brunswick
    • Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses​

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​​Getting Started

​To compl​​ete an NCAS assessment, we m​​ust receive a referral directly from one of our regulatory partners and referring organizations. We do not accept referrals from candidates themselves. 

​In British Columbia, we offer competency assessments for four healthcare professions:

  • Healthcare Assistants (HCA)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN)

Learn more about Getting Started in British Columbia​.


For Saskatchewan, NCAS assesses one healthcare profession:

  • Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN)​

Learn more about Getting Started in Saskatchewan.​


​In Maritime Canada, NCAS assesses two healthcare professions:

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - Nova Scotia only

Learn more about Getting Started in Maritime Canada.


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