Education

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) has a legislated duty under the Health Professions Act to approve all nursing education programs. This includes diploma programs, programs leading to advanced authorization by the CLPNA Council, as well as refresher programs.

If you have any questions, email the Education Department.

Effective February 2, 2026, the CLHA will also approve all health care aide education programs. Programs approved by the CLHA Council will be listed on the Approved Health Care Aide Programs page once the process is established.

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Approved Practical Nurse Programs

Programs approved by the CLPNA as mandated by the HPA.

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Practical Nurse Program CPNRE Results
Practical Nurse Program CPNRE Results

Statistics for each of the approved practical nurse programs in Alberta.

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Program Review Information
Program Review Information

Information for educational institutions.

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Nursing practice self assessment tool
Approved HCA Programs

Programs approved by the CLHA as mandated by the HPA (effective Feb. 2, 2026)

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