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Canada

Canadian Healthcare Licensing — NNAS, NCLEX & Provincial Registration

Full-service support from NNAS Advisory Report through provincial college registration, NCLEX-RN, and job placement across Ontario, BC, Alberta, and beyond.

Avg. 8–14 months Nurses · Physicians · Allied Health 91% success rate

Regulatory bodies we work with

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NNAS

National Nursing Assessment Service

Nurses (all provinces)

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CNO

College of Nurses of Ontario

Nurses — Ontario

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CRNBC

BC College of Nurses & Midwives

Nurses — British Columbia

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CARNA

College & Association of RNs of Alberta

Nurses — Alberta

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MCCQE

Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Exam

Physicians

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CEHPEA

Centre for the Evaluation of Health Professionals Educated Abroad

Allied Health

The Pathway

Five Steps to Canadian Registration

Canadian healthcare licensing is one of the longest pathways globally — but highly predictable when managed correctly.

1

NNAS Advisory Report

4–6 months

The National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS) evaluates international nursing credentials for all Canadian provinces. We compile and submit your full NNAS application — transcripts, registration verification, language test results.

2

Provincial College Application

4–8 weeks

Once NNAS issues your Advisory Report, we apply to your target provincial college — CNO (Ontario), CRNBC (BC), CARNA (Alberta), or others — on your behalf. Requirements vary slightly by province.

3

NCLEX-RN Examination

8–14 weeks prep

Canada adopted NCLEX-RN for RN licensure. We enrol you in our NCLEX Academy module — structured study plan, 2,500+ NGN-format questions, and live instructor sessions. Physicians follow the MCCQE pathway.

4

Language Proficiency

4–8 weeks prep

IELTS Academic (overall 7.0) or CELBAN (CLB 9 in all areas) for nurses. We assess your current level and recommend the most efficient preparation route.

5

Job Placement & Immigration

4–8 weeks

We connect you to healthcare employer partners across Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Once an offer is secured we support your Express Entry / Health Care stream immigration application.

What's Included

Everything Handled for You

The Canadian pathway involves more agencies and touch-points than most other destinations. We manage every submission so you can focus on exam preparation.

  • NNAS application preparation and submission tracking
  • Provincial college application (CNO, CRNBC, CARNA, others)
  • NCLEX-RN enrolment and Academy study plan
  • Language test eligibility assessment (IELTS vs. CELBAN)
  • Credential verification and document attestation guidance
  • Employer network access — Ontario, BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan
  • Express Entry / Health Care stream immigration support
  • Status updates at every milestone

Why Canada Is Different

Unlike UAE or UK licensing, Canadian registration is provincially controlled. The same NCLEX-RN result may be sufficient in one province and require additional steps in another. NNAS is the national gateway, but provincial colleges each set their own supplementary requirements.

We map your credentials to the right province from the start — avoiding the common mistake of applying provincially before the NNAS Advisory Report is complete.

Assess My Eligibility
FAQ

Canada — Common Questions

How long does NNAS take?

NNAS Advisory Reports typically take 4–6 months from submission to completion, depending on how quickly your educational institutions respond to verification requests. We manage all follow-up communications on your behalf.

Which province should I target?

Ontario and British Columbia have the highest demand for internationally educated nurses, but Alberta and Saskatchewan offer faster pathways and active provincial nomination programs. We advise on province selection based on your qualifications and personal circumstances.

Do I need to take NCLEX-RN if I have already passed it for the US?

Yes — even if you hold a US NCLEX pass, you still need to apply through NNAS and the provincial college. However, your existing NCLEX result is accepted and you will not need to re-sit the exam.

Can physicians also use MJN for Canada?

Yes. Physicians follow the MCCQE Part 1 and Part 2 pathway, plus provincial College of Physicians and Surgeons applications. We manage the full process including NAC OSCE preparation referrals.

Ready to Start Your Canadian Journey?

Book a free consultation to assess your eligibility, choose the right province, and get a realistic timeline.