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CNO-Language Proficiency

Hello,

I have started an RPN application with the CNO (College of Nurses of Ontario). I passed my CPNRE in March 2020, at the same time lockdown started and all the IELTS centers closed and suspended the upcoming tests so I was not able to write the exam to meet the "Language Proficiency" requirement (the only outstanding requirement in my RPN application). So I had to choose another way to meet the requirement. I have submitted a letter and form from my employer, transcript and letter from my college where I completed a non-nursing program and an applicant form from my side. I haven't heard anything back from the college since I have submitted these documents in May 2020. I was wondering if anyone going through the same process. Please share your experience and suggestion about how I can meet the requirement.

Thank you!

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    Hi CuriousBird, I am kind of in the same situation.  I passed my cpnre in June. for me outstanding items are, evidence of practice and language proficiency. my last document reached cno mid august. I phoned cno yesterday and I was told they are dealing with files from February. 

    I am not sure if the lady was exaggerating it, but she mentioned a month, and why would she exaggerate anything! 

     I was hopeful that I will be rpn soon but looks like it is gonna take time.

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    On 9/4/2020 at 3:29 PM, Dreamcanada said:

    Hi CuriousBird, I am kind of in the same situation.  I passed my cpnre in June. for me outstanding items are, evidence of practice and language proficiency. my last document reached cno mid august. I phoned cno yesterday and I was told they are dealing with files from February. 

    I am not sure if the lady was exaggerating it, but she mentioned a month, and why would she exaggerate anything! 

     I was hopeful that I will be rpn soon but looks like it is gonna take time.

    Yes! It will take time. It's been 6 months since I have submitted all the documents. From the last three months they're reviewing my application and about to make a final decision. Not sure how long will it take. Please keep me updated about your application.

    Good luck to you!

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    HI,

     

    any updates for you?

    I phoned them recently and they said they are still dealing with the files from February.

    I am actually considering applying to clpna alberta now because I have to relocate to Alberta anyways for personal reasons. Originally, I was waiting for CNO RPN license and then transfer that to Alberta. 

    Do you know if I will need to rewrite the cpnre and jurisprudence or is there any way I can prove to clpna that I have already passed these exam?

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