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Ontario
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Introduction
Welcome to the College of Nurses of Ontario’s registration guide for nurses educated at an Ontario school of nursing.
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Getting Started
Know which documents you will need to support your application when you begin.
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Practising as an RN or RPN in Ontario
Becoming a member of the College is a legal requirement for anyone who wishes to practise nursing in Ontario.
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Beginning the Application Process
The application process for most Ontario nursing graduates begins when a nursing school informs the College that you are about to complete your program.
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Registration Requirements
During the application process, the College assesses all applicants to determine whether they meet the following registration requirements.
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Examinations
All applicants to the College must successfully complete the registration examination approved by Council for the category to which they are applying.
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Initial Registration
When you have met all registration requirements, including the successful completion of the registration and jurisprudence exams, the College will send you the Initial Registration form.
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Requesting Accommodation
Everyone who writes an examination as part of their application to the College has the right to request accommodation.
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Collection of Personal Information
Information about how the College collects and safeguards personal information provided for the purpose of registration or reinstatement.
