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Practical Nursing Programs – 2026

Jan 22, 2026

Posted in: DTI

Dumont Technical Institute’s Practical Nursing Program is a provincially accredited program through Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Graduates are eligible to write the Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (SALPN) exam, and practice anywhere in Canada.

Apply by clicking which city you want to study in!

• Prince Albert, SK

• Saskatoon, SK

Practical Nursing is a two-year diploma program. In this program, you will be introduced to concepts of health promotion, illness prevention, mental health, acute care, and rehabilitative care. You will also have a hands-on learning experience with our in-lab classrooms, unique prep program, and small class sizes.

Through the Practical Nursing program, you will study:

• Anatomy and physiology
• Foundations of health
• Pharmacology
• Health assessment through the lifespan
• Long-term and rehabilitative care
• Medical and surgical care
• Obstetrics and pediatrics
• Mental health and addictions
• Community
• Sociology

Clinical practices are a part of this program to give hands-on experience before entering the workforce.

Admission Requirements:

Minimum 65% overall average in:

• English A30
• English B30
• Social Science 30
• Science 30
• Math 30 (Previous Saskatchewan mathematics also accepted: Math A30, Math B30, Math C30, Calculus 30, General Math 30)
• GED or modified 30-level classes will not be accepted.

A copy of your transcript must be included with your application.

Application Details:

• Applications are accepted on an on-going basis until all seats are filled, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply early to ensure their place.
• All applications can be submitted online.
• If you would like to speak with a representative to discuss this course and your application, please call our toll-free number at 1 (877) 488-6888

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