Program at a glance
Credential
Degree
Work experience
Clinical/fieldwork placement
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
No
Area of study
Length
10 months + completion of BSN Year 3 and 4
Your path to your BSN
This program builds on your LPN experience and provides a flexible, supportive path to becoming a registered nurse (RN). You will gain essential skills in clinical decision-making, care planning, and evidence-based practice.
PN to BSN courses are designed to support students and are flexible to allow learners to work while studying.
Start at Camosun, finish at UVic
After successfully completing two semesters of coursework at Camosun, you’ll transition into the second-year spring practicum of the Camosun College/University of Victoria's Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Information sessions
Attend an info session to learn more about the PN to BSN Bridge program.
Why choose the PN2BSN Bridge Program?
Seamless transition: Recognizes your LPN education and experience, reducing redundancy in coursework.
A foundation for success: Build a strong foundation for the Camosun College/UVic’s BSN program.
Flexible learning: Courses are designed with evolving case studies and adaptable structures to fit working professionals.
Hands-on experience: Gain clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills for complex healthcare environments.
Pathway to RN Licensure: After completing the bridge and Camosun College/UVic program, you will be ready for the NCLEX exam and to meet BCCNM’s entry-to-practice requirements.
High demand: Registered nurses are in high demand across B.C., Canada, and worldwide.
Career opportunities: Many opportunities exist for BSN graduates to specialize, travel, and pursue graduate education in disciplines such as nursing, public health, or leadership.
Indigenous priority admissions
For a limited time each year, Camosun College offers priority seating for qualified Indigenous students in all Health Sciences and Human Services programs.
The Indigenous Limited Priority Admissions process is approved by the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal.
How to apply for an Indigenous priority seat.
What to expect
The courses build on your LPN experience, focusing on clinical decision-making, care planning, ethics, and evidence-based care for acute and chronic conditions. You'll also refine communication and documentation skills from an RN perspective.
Clinical practice takes place mainly in Greater Victoria, with some evening and weekend shifts. During the Fall and Winter semesters, you'll engage in a mix of theory, labs, and hands-on nursing practice. After two semesters, you'll transition into the BSN program to complete your degree.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Below is an example of the Fall 2025 cohort's schedule (subject to change). Fall 2026 will have a different course schedule.
Year one
Fall (Sept to Dec) – Academic term one
- Full-time, one day a week on campus (Monday)
- ENG 151 or equivalent: Online or in-person
- NURS 112: Online (asynchronous)
- NURS 252: 3-hour lab on campus + 3 hours online (asynchronous)
Winter (Jan to Apr) – Academic term two
- Full-time, 3 days on campus (Monday to Wednesday)
- HLTH 111: Online or in-person
- NURS 253: 3-hour lab on campus (Monday) + 3 hours online
- NURS 233: Two 2-hour classes per week on campus
- PHIL 250: One 3-hour class per week on campus
Merge into BSN cohort
Spring (May to Jun) – Practicum
- Full-time (Monday–Saturday)
- NURS 290: Three consecutive 8-hour clinical shifts per week
Year two
Fall (Sept to Dec) – Academic term five
- Full time course load, 5 days on campus/week (Monday-Friday)
- See the Nursing (Baccalaureate of Science) program in the Academic Calendar for course information.
Applying to UVic
Complete Year 3 and 4 (Terms 6, 7 and 8) at the University of Victoria. Note that an Info Session will be provided before you apply to Uvic.
PN to BSN program handbooks
Find current student information in the School of Health Sciences and Human Services and BSN program handbooks.
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025.
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Practical Nursing Bridge, Baccalaureate of Science
$6,030 (domestic)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to: Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Application deadline
- Next intake: Fall 2026
- Application period: Sept 15, 2025 – Jan 15, 2026
- Document deadline: Jan 31, 2026
Admission requirements for fall 2026 intake
One of: One of: All of: Note:
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar: Loading...
Ready to get started?
To show proof of license to practice, please request Verification of Registration from BCCNM.
The letter of employment must be received directly from the employer to admissions@camosun.ca.
Check our current program availability.
Missing admission requirements?
You may be able to take an assessment or upgrade with us.
Need help applying?
Find out more on How to Apply or speak to an Admissions Advisor.
Contact us
If you have admissions questions contact the Admissions office
If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your Nursing class contact hhsinfo@camosun.ca
Faculty/staff profile
Robin Humble, PhD MPH BSN
Chair of Nursing Program (INTERIM)
humbler@camosun.ca
250-370-4288
Alex & Jo Campbell Centre for Health and Wellness
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Faculty/staff profile
Teresa Evangelou (On leave)
Associate Chair
evangelout@camosun.ca
250-370-4271
Alex & Jo Campbell Centre for Health and Wellness
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Faculty/staff profile
Ryan Russell
Associate Chair (Interim)
russellr@camosun.ca
250-370-4271
Alex & Jo Campbell Centre for Health and Wellness
Full bio
Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
Contact information
School of Health Sciences and Human Services
Campus location
Alex and Jo Campbell Centre of Health and Wellness building (CHW), room 207
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