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English Language Proficiency

Document Type: Policy
Last Updated: October 1, 2024
Approver: Council

Overview

All applicants to the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) need to be able to communicate clearly in English to practice. This policy outlines how applicants can demonstrate English language proficiency to the CLPNA.

Last Revision

October 2024 – two additional English tests were added, the Occupational English Test (OET) and PTE Academic.