Why take the course?

Practical nursing nowadays is in high demand in medical care institutions all across the globe. At present there is an acute crisis of experienced practical nursing trained individuals locally and overseas. The lack of experienced personnel in most healthcare institutions in other countries comes as great news, as the present situation significantly improves the practical nurses’ chances of occupying much desired job positions in reputed healthcare establishments across the world.

Practical nursing is a respectable, morally rewarding profession that allows practitioners to bring a major contribution to the community by providing patients in various medical institutions with basic medical assistance. The constant interaction with people and the noble characteristic of practical nurses would give them a feeling of accomplishment and contentment.  They could form strong relationships with coworkers and patients, and could earn their appreciation, respect and admiration.

Why Riverside College?

We at Riverside College value an educational community that fosters excellence, creativity, accountability, respect for diversity, and lifelong learning.

The instruction extends academic achievement from the classroom to the outside community so you can apply the lessons they have learned, serve neighbors in need, and carry out the principles of lux et caritas, (Light and Charity).

Today’s health care work environments demand the best and your acceptance for admission to the course means that we believe you possess the best qualities to be successful and make an impact as a graduate of Riverside College.  You will find a warm and supportive faculty and staff to aid you as you discern your future.

Discover your passion for practical nursing at Riverside College!

Future in CPN

Demand for practical nurses picks up pace as more jobs locally and internationally open up for long-term caring facilities, home care, rehabilitation centers, clinics, and hospitals.

Further, additional training and education can enable a practical nurse to become a registered nurse. In fact some prefer taking up practical nursing training to fast track their nursing dreams and goals. This would be a much easier set up since one can learn the theories in nursing by having applied them on the real world. It is much easier to grasp the concepts and ideas of nursing when you have prior technical nursing skills to compare with.