Health & Community Studies
Indigenous Practical Nursing
NOC-32101
Program Description
The Indigenous Practical Nursing (IPN) program is a full-time two-year diploma program that will prepare graduates to become a culturally responsive and competent Indigenous Practical Nurses. Upon successful completion of SIIT’s Indigenous Practical Nursing diploma program and the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE), graduates will be eligible for licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan (CLPNS). The SIIT Indigenous Practical Nursing Program is approved by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan (www.clpns.com). Current graduates from the program are eligible to apply for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Saskatchewan. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, the IPN program graduate will provide competent care to individuals, families and communities at multiple life stages and in a variety of practice settings where LPNs are employed.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Regular Grade 12/ Adult 12
- Minimum overall average of 60% and 60% minimum grade in the following 5 classes
- ELA A 30
- ELA B 30
- ELA 30 (2025 or later)
- Financial Literacy 30 (2025 or later)
- English 30A
- English 30B
Or
Or
- One Of:
- Foundations of Mathematics 30
- Pre-Calculus 30
- Calculus 30
- Math 30A
- One Of:
- Biology 30
- Chemistry 30
- Physics 30
- One Of:
- Social Studies 30: Canadian Studies
- Native Studies 30: Canadian Studies
Non-Academic Requirements
- Immunization records
- Criminal Record Check (completed within 6 months of the start of program date, and no earlier)
- Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within 6 months of the start of program date, and no earlier
- Class 5 Drivers License
- Applicants should be physically and personally suited to perform required duties.
Acceptance Policy
SIIT provides preferential admission to applicants who are of First Nation’s ancestry; however, SIIT programs are open to everyone, and all application will be considered. SIIT relies on section 56 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018 to provide preference to applicants who are of First Nations’ ancestry.
Permanent Resident Applicant Information
SIIT is not currently legislated to accept International Students. You must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply.
For Permanent Resident applications we will request the following documentation:
- Copy of Permanent Resident Card
- International Qualifications Assessment (IQAS) International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) | Alberta.ca Your high school/secondary education credentials must be assessed through this service.
- Canadian Language Benchmark – English Assessment of CLB 7. We will accept either International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic or Canadian English Language Proficiency Program (CELPIP) – General.
Fall 2026 - Indigenous Practical Nursing - Year 1 - Saskatoon
Program Length: 10 Months
Start Date: 08/18/2026
Division: Health and Community Studies
Campus: Saskatoon
Location: Saskatoon - Indigenous Practical Nursing - Year 1
Apply Now
Please ensure to review the admission requirements before submitting an application. For more information on the Indigenous Practical Nursing program, please contact SIIT Admissions at (306) 477-9325 or by email at advisor@siit.ca.
Fall 2026 - Indigenous Practical Nursing - Year 2 - Saskatoon
Program Length: 10 Months
Start Date: 08/31/2026
Division: Health and Community Studies
Campus: Saskatoon
Location: Saskatoon - Indigenous Practical Nursing - Year 2
Apply Now
To qualify for this program, you must have completed SIIT's Indigenous Practical Nursing Year 1 program. For more information, please contact SIIT Admissions at (306) 477-9325 or by email at advisor@siit.ca.
Courses
Year 1 | Semester 1 (18 Weeks)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Hours | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPNRS 105 | Industry Required Safety | 0 | 45 | Pass/Fail |
| IPNMM 100 | Medication Math 1 | 1 | 15 | 60% |
| IPNFN 110 | Foundations of Licensed Practical Nursing | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNSS 111 | Indigenous Perspectives for Academic and Personal Success | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNPH 112 | Pharmacology 1 | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNAP 113 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNNC 114 | Nursing Communications 1 | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNCH 117 | Health Challenges Gerontological Nursing | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNPP 118 | Health Assessment Professional Practice 1 | 6 | 90 | 60% |
Year 1 | Semester 2 (24 Weeks)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Hours | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPNPR 119 | Practicum 1 (Long-Term Care Nursing) | 5 | 80 | Pass/Fail |
| IPNMM 101 | Medication Math 2 | 1 | 15 | 60% |
| IPNPH 122 | Pharmacology 2 | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNAP 123 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNNC 124 | Nursing Communications 2 | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNMH 125 | Mental Health and Addictions | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNCH 127 | Health Challenges 2 Medical Nursing | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNPP 128 | Health Assessment Professional Practice 2 | 12 | 180 | 60% |
| IPNPR 129 | Practicum 2 (Medical Nursing) | 8 | 120 | Pass/Fail |
Year 2 | Semester 1 (16 Weeks)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Hours | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPNMM 200 | Medication Math 3 | 1 | 15 | 60% |
| IPNOP 210 | Oncology & Palliative Care | 2 | 30 | 60% |
| IPNHP 212 | Indigenous Healing Practices | 2 | 30 | 60% |
| IPNIS 214 | Indigenous Sociology | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNCC 216 | Community Care Nursing | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNCH 217 | Health Challenges 3 Surgical Nursing | 3 | 39 | 60% |
| IPNPP 218 | Health Assessment Professional Practice 3 | 14 | 201 | 60% |
Year 2 | Semester 2 (24 Weeks)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Hours | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPNPR 219 | Practicum 3 (Surgical Nursing) | 8 | 120 | Pass/Fail |
| IPNMM 201 | Medication Math 4 | 1 | 15 | 60% |
| IPNPD 220 | Transition to Graduate Nursing Practice | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNFC 226 | Family-Centered Nursing | 3 | 45 | 60% |
| IPNPP 228 | Health Assessment Professional Practice 4 | 6 | 90 | 60% |
| IPNPR 229 | Practicum 4 (Maternal Child Health/Pediatric Nursing) | 4 | 64 | Pass/Fail |
| IPNPR 230 | Practicum 5 (Consolidated Practice) | 15 | 228 | Pass/Fail |
Mandatory Provided in Program: (year 1, term 1)
- Transfer Lift Repositioning (TLR) certification
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certification
- Occupational Health and Safety Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Basic
- Life Support (BLS) with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification
- Professional Assault Response Training with Dementia (PART) certification
- Respirator fit testing
- CCPNR LPN Code of Ethics certification
Additional Micro Credentials and Certificates: (year 1, term 2)
- Bedside Glucose Monitoring SHA
- Naloxone Kit, Fentanyl/Benzodiazepine strip testing
- Caregiver Centered Care Introductory certification
Tuition and Fees
Year One
| Tuition | Textbooks | Laptop | Compulsory Fees* |
Total* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9,352.00 | $2,623.00 | $850.00 | $2,261.00 | $15,086.00 |
| Please note: All tuition and fees are subject to change. *Compulsory fees may include: student fees, field trip and/or practicum fees, laboratory fees, apprenticeship fees, PPE & other equipment, exam fees, online fees, consumables, safety and first aid training, and tools. *Total amount does not include the required UPass Transit Bus Pass for Saskatoon & Regina students. |
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Year Two
| Tuition | Textbooks | Laptop | Compulsory Fees* |
Total* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8,346.00 | $412.00 | $0.00 | $1,846.00 | $10,604.00 |
| Please note: All tuition and fees are subject to change. *Compulsory fees may include: student fees, field trip and/or practicum fees, laboratory fees, apprenticeship fees, PPE & other equipment, exam fees, online fees, consumables, safety and first aid training, and tools. *Total amount does not include the required UPass Transit Bus Pass for Saskatoon & Regina students. |
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Additional Fees: U-Pass for Saskatoon and Regina Transit Bus Passes
| U-PASS | |
|---|---|
| $286.00 per year - Saskatoon $246.00 per year - Regina |
The U-Pass is a City Transit bus pass for students that allow you to save on transportation costs. The U-Pass fee is provided at a reduced cost compared to a standard monthly City Transit pass and is mandatory for most SIIT students in Saskatoon and Regina. You may use the U-Pass as many times as you would like during the academic term. Students who meet certain requirements can opt-out of the U-Pass. Please contact the Admissions department for more information. |
| Please note: U-Pass fees are subject to change. | |
Funding
Depending on your status, different forms of financial assistance are available to you. Please click here to explore options for funding. If you require assistance finding funding, please contact supportservices@siit.ca.
What to Expect
Day to Day
Length of Program
The length of the Indigenous Practical Nursing (IPN) program is 82 weeks of full-time study.
Academic Policy
Students must adhere to SIIT Academic and Student policies which are available on the mySIIT dashboard on the SIIT website.
Attendance Policy
Students are required to attend instructor-led theory and practical sessions, lectures, practice lab and practicum sessions and must maintain a minimum of 90% attendance throughout the program.
Evaluation
- Students must achieve a passing grade of 60% in each theory course and a satisfactory/pass for practicum courses.
- Successfully completing first-term certifications are required to participate in the practicums.
- Students must attain a 60% GPA for all courses.
Graduation Document
Diploma, Practical Nurse
Career Path
Career Opportunities & Salaries
Successful graduates who have also completed and passed the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE), and have been licensed with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan (CLPNS) can expect to find employment with competitive wages and/or salaries in a variety of health care environments as Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC-32101).
Licensed practical nurses provide nursing care usually under the direction of medical practitioners, registered nurses or other health team members. Licensed practical nurses are employed in hospitals, nursing homes, extended care facilities, rehabilitation centres, doctors’ offices, clinics, companies, private homes and community health centres.
In Saskatchewan, Licensed Practical Nurses are in high demand. The average annual salary for LPN’s is $77,700. (https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/hire-train-and-manage-employees/labour-market-information)
For assistance finding employment, please contact your local SIIT JobConnections location.
Additional Post-Secondary Opportunities & Credit Transfer
To explore further education at SIIT, click here. You can also explore diploma or degree options at other colleges or universities.
If you have a specific program or career path in mind, it is a good idea to check the prerequisites required. Our Academic Advisors can help you plan for further education.
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