CARNA let me choose SEC or the full bridging program. What should I do?

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I sincerely need your honest opinions in which one to pick. I came here in Canada as a Live in Caregiver since it was the fastest way to come here and been working as a Caregiver for 3 years. I'm currently doing some research about SEC and the full bridging program but still can't decide which one to pick. I really do hope you can help me weigh things=) Thank you so much ^___^:):):)

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Specializes in NICU, PICU, PCVICU and peds oncology.

If you've been here for 3 years and haven't worked as a nurse in at least that long - never in Canada - the SEC may simply end up with you having to take the bridging program. Have you already applied to CARNA to have your credentials assessed?

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yes, i already did and thats what they want me to do. To pick which one SEC or the full bridging program.. I am really battling with myself and have no one whom I can consult to=(... Thank you for the reply. I really appreciate it=)

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Specializes in NICU, PICU, PCVICU and peds oncology.

The thing is, the profession of nursing is constantly changing. It's like sticking your hand in a stream again and again... it's never the same stream. And you haven't practised in several years. If you're concerned about time, then you should factor in the time it will take to schedule a SEC and complete it, and then add on the time for bridging, which you may or may not need. The fact that CARNA mentioned it as an option is a reflection of the registrar's opinion of your odds of success at the SEC. Even with the bridge, there are no guarantees of success on the CRNE and certainly no guarantee of employment once you have registration. It's all a bit of a gamble right now.

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If you are in my shoes, what will you pick? I really want to practice and be recognize here in AB. I dont want to fail the hopes of my family and mine as well:(... Please help me..

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

Moved to the Nurse Registration forum as many Canadian nurses will not know anything about SEC or bridging courses

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Moved to the Nurse Registration forum as many Canadian nurses will not know anything about SEC or bridging courses

Thank you silverdragon102:)

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Specializes in Home Care.

What is your immigration status?

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Hi Im in the middle of processing my Permanent Resident Application.

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Specializes in Home Care.

My guess is that you'll have to do the bridge program

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