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Registration Requirements
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Nursing Education
You must demonstrate the successful completion of a nursing education program designed to prepare you for the type of nursing that you want to practise in Ontario.
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Evidence of Practice
You must show that you have recent experience practising as a nurse. Most applicants to the College automatically meet this requirement by completing a nursing program approved by the College within the past three years.
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Registration Examination
You must successfully complete the registration examination approved by the College for the type of nursing you want to practise.
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Jurisprudence Examination
You must successfully complete either the RN/RPN Jurisprudence Examination or the NP Jurisprudence Examination.
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Proficiency in English or French
You must be able to show proficiency in either English or French before you can practise nursing in Ontario.
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Citizenship, Permanent Residency or Authorization to Practise Nursing
You must provide proof of your citizenship, residency status, or authorization to practise nursing in Canada before you can register as a nurse in Ontario.
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Past Offences and Findings
You must truthfully state whether you have ever been found guilty of an offence, refused registration, had a finding related to the practice of nursing or another profession against you, or are involved in certain proceedings.
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Health and Conduct
You must declare whether you suffer from any physical or mental condition or disorder that could affect your ability to practise nursing in a safe manner. The College must also be satisfied that you will practise with decency, honesty and integrity, and in accordance with the law.
