Temporary Class

  1. Introduction

    The Temporary Class is an option for RN or RPN applicants to practice nursing while they complete their remaining registration requirements for the General Class.

  2. Applying to the Temporary Class

    To apply for the Temporary Class, you must first apply to join the General Class and then apply to join the Temporary Class. If you have not already started this process, go to Maintain Your Membership to create an account and apply online.

  3. Terms, Conditions and Limitations

    Members of the Temporary Class membership are subject to certain terms, conditions and limitations while practicing nursing.

  4. Temporary Class FAQs

    Temporary Class What are the requirements for Temporary Class Registration? To be eligible for Temporary Class Registration you must: meet all requirements for registration in the General Class, except for the education requirement and the registration exam have completed a nursing education...

  5. Information for organizations

    The following information is for organizations interested in providing employment to applicants applying to register in the Temporary Class.

  6. Entry-to-practice competencies met through Temporary Class employment

    Temporary Class registrants with an outstanding Nursing Education requirement may meet some entry-to-practice competencies by being employed for at least six months in Ontario.