You have indicated that you have not passed the Canadian Registered Nurse Examination or Practical Nurse Registration Examination, or an examination accepted as equivalent to either one.
This is a requirement that must be completed by every applicant wishing to practise as a nurse in Ontario.
If you have not already attempted to write the exam, you have only three opportunities to write the exam. There is no time limit to complete the exam.
To increase your chances of passing, the College recommends you have good English or French language fluency and that you take an exam preparation course before attempting to write the exam. Consult the list of schools in our Further Resources section to learn more about these courses.
Fact Sheet: Preparing to Write the RN and RPN National Exam
Please note that you have the option to request special accommodation for the exam if you can demonstrate a physical or mental condition or disorder that would make it necessary for you to receive special consideration when writing the exam (e.g., extra time, a separate room or technological assistance). Consult our Examination FAQ for more information.
