FAQ’s

You can apply online at the link: https://canadianimperial.ca/apply-now

Admission Process:
Congratulations on deciding to further your education! To become a Canadian Imperial College student, please follow the following process:

Step 1 – Application
• Click “Apply” on our official website; www.canadianimperial.ca to apply to our college. While applying, the non-refundable application fee will be automatically applied.
• Submit all admission requirements online. Ensure that your transcripts have been received and submitted.
• If you did not submit your transcripts at the time of submitting your application online, please send your transcripts directly to Canadian Imperial College at admission@canadianimperial.ca.
• If your first language is not English, please provide proof that you have completed English language proficiency.
• Complete applications are processed in the order that they are received. We have two intakes each year, but will except applicants year-round. If approved, you will be allowed to enrol in the upcoming semester.

Step 2- Determination
• Once your complete application document is received, the admissions team will assess and verify your documents, to determine your admissibility. Some programs may require additional testing.
• If successful, an offer letter will be sent to the email on your application document. With details on tuition deposit and further instructions.
• Unsuccessful candidates will also be notified via the email on their application documents.

Step 3 – Acceptance
• If you accept our admission offer, a non-transferable tuition deposit will be required to reserve the seat in your program. This deposit will be applied to your tuition.
• Once your tuition deposit is confirmed, Canadian Imperial College will issue you an “acceptance letter”.
• Canadian Imperial College reserves the right to cancel courses or programs for operational reasons. When this occurs, tuition for the respected course will be refunded.

The deadline for admissions is often 2-3 months before the start of the term. This allows for processing times, payment, the study permit/visa processing time, accommodation search, etc.

Required:

Official High School Transcript

High School Certificate

Passport

Additional Documentation:

All official Post-Secondary Transcripts

All Post-Secondary Schools Certificates

Resume (CV)

Proof of English Language Proficiency (If applicable)

Other Relevant Documents

Recommended to be submitted with application form and application payment to prevent delays in the application process.

Any document that is not in English must be accompanied by and English translation.

If you are from a non-English speaking country, you are required to have English Proficiency test with results.

English Proficiency

○ Academic and Career programs:

■ All applicants must have a minimum TOEFL score of 78 (CBT), with nothing less then 19 in any band, for general college admission, or an IELTS score of 6.0, with nothing less than a 5.5 in any band, for general college admission.

■ Some programs or courses may require a higher score for entry.

If your primary and secondary education (high school) or post-secondary education was carried out in English with proof of transcripts and certificates, English language test is not required.

If you do not meet these requirements, you can still apply but acceptance is not guaranteed and further documentation may be required

As soon as the application is 100% complete, with all requirements filled in, as well as all required documentation and the application fee paid, an advisor/admissions team will assess and verify your documents, to determine your admissibility. If successful, an offer letter will be sent to the email on your application document. With details on the tuition deposit and further instructions. Unsuccessful candidates will also be notified via the email on their application documents.

The Offer Letter and Letter of Acceptance will be sent to the email that was submitted on your application document.

Canadian Imperial College offers a $1000 scholarship to any local, self-paying student. There are criteria and conditions to be met.

International students are offered a $2,000 scholarship upon accepting a place at Canadian Imperial College. This is subject to approval by the College Board.

At this time, Canadian Imperial College does not offer full scholarships.

Canadian Imperial College can not waive the application fee at this time. 

 If you are not a Canadian citizen or Permanent resident, you must apply for a study permit to attend College in Canada

The college does not provide accommodations but we do have suggestions for accommodations:

As an international student, you will need to locate appropriate rental accommodations. Canadian Imperial College does not offer student housing. For information on accommodation please refer to the *list below or contact an International Admission Representative for further information or resources.

• Canada Homestay International –http://canadahomestaynetwork.ca/for-students/
• CAPREIT https://www.caprent.com//
• Rent Faster https://www.rentfaster.ca/
• RentSpot https://rentspot.com/
  
• Rentseeker http://www.rentseeker.ca/
• Search4StudentHousing https://www.search4studenthousing.com

 The Canadian Government website is very informative on all details in regards to working as an international student. Here is a link to help you,  http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=495&top=15  this can provide you with the specific details as to what jobs you can have while on a study permit and the specific hours.

This link is the actual government website https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work.html with the details separated.

Yes, Canadian Imperial College offers a payment plan option. You are required to e-mail inquiries to international@canadianimperial.ca for approval.

The BPIEN is for:

• IENs seeking to prepare for nursing practice and exams in Alberta.
• IENs seeking support in licensing process in Alberta within their first 2 years of re-locating to Canada.
• IENs seeking to prepare for further education in Canadian nursing schools. 

The BPIEN is NOT for:

• IENs seeking to update RN competency gaps.
• IENs seeking to upgrade from LPN to RN.
• IENs seeking nursing credentials to practice outside of Alberta.
• IENs seeking to meet CNO competency gaps to practice in ON.

At this time, NNAS/ CARNA documentation is not a requirement to start the BPIEN. However, students are recommended to pursue NNAS/ CARNA licensing processes as soon as possible when they start the program.

Yes, you need to meet the minimum English requirements to enroll in the BPIEN.

Yes, the BPIEN will provide you additional resources to complete your English language requirements for Canadian Nursing Licensing bodies.

Yes. Students must be a recent graduate or meet the requirements of a minimum of 1000 hours of nursing practice in the past 2 years. If your practice hours were completed in the last 3 to 4 years, please consult with our nursing advisor if this is the right program for you based on your education and career goals.

Yes, Canadian Imperial College will work with you in all regards of the Bridging Program for Internationally Educated Nurses.

A limited selection of online courses only would be available online for IENs not residing in Alberta.

The BPIEN is a blended program that requires online and in-class courses for particular requirements, such as the lab portions.

Yes, there are a total of 8 courses in the BPIEN to be completed within an 8 month or 32-week period.

No. To work as a registered nurse, you must register with CARNA, be qualified to write the NCLEX-RN, pass the NCLEX-RN, and become licensed by CARNA.

No, nursing regulatory bodies only accept NNAS in Canada.

The admission requirements are:

• Diploma in Nursing and/or Midwifery or a Bachelor’s of Higher Degree in Nursing,
• Be previously or currently a registered or licensed nurse in your country of origin,
• Have a minimum of 1,000 hours of nursing experience within the last 2 years prior to the application, or
• Be a recent graduate.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject’s specific requirements.
• Students from non-English speaking countries should provide, in addition to any combination of the above, proof of IELTS or equivalent (TOEFL, CELBAN). An overall band of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
• Entrance Interview.

 Admission Recommendations

• Any assessment documentation from NNAS, CARNA, CLPNA, or CRPNA, if available.
• Standard First Aid and CPR C.
• Criminal Record Check.
• Negative TB Skin Test or Chest X-Ray.
• Immunizations.

Yes, you can apply with the expired documentation. We will work with you to get the required documentation for certification.