Psychiatric Nurse

At Bow Valley College, tuition is Estimated total tuition: $13,022.

This programme is designed for licensed practical nurses with significant work experience. It prepares students to become registered psychiatric nurses through advanced training in mental health care. The curriculum focuses on assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based psychiatric nursing care. Students gain skills in supporting individuals with mental health challenges and psychiatric conditions.

4 Terms, 120 credits, no co-op or practicum stated.

Graduates enter roles as registered psychiatric nurses in mental health settings.

Official transcripts from an approved Canadian Practical Nurse diploma program. Proof of active Canadian practical nursing license in good standing. Minimum of 1,800 hours of verified employment as an LPN in Canada within the past two years.

On-campus, full-time, 2 years.

Bow Valley College in downtown Calgary provides a student-centered, career-focused education designed for practical outcomes. Founded in 1965, the college emphasizes small classes, applied learning and strong support services, serving a diverse community with programs aligned to local and global labour needs. Its compact urban location gives students access to Calgary’s business and cultural scene while benefiting from a close-knit campus atmosphere.

Programs at Bow Valley prioritize employability through practicum placements, industry-relevant curricula and active partnerships with employers. Faculty and staff bring real-world experience to the classroom, and the college’s high graduate employment rate reflects its commitment to career-ready training. Support services, language instruction and workshops ensure students develop both technical skills and the intercultural competencies needed to succeed in multicultural workplaces.

International students will find resources to help with transition, including advising, orientation and opportunities to engage in volunteer and campus activities that build networks and professional experience. The college’s focus on affordability and transfer pathways also makes it attractive for those planning further study in Canada. If you want a practical, supportive environment with direct links to employment, Bow Valley College offers a purposeful route to skills, credentials and local industry connections.