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Canada Nursing & allied health Pathway
Indian graduates can pursue Canadian registration through the relevant provincial regulatory college, usually after a credential assessment and the applicable exam. This page explains the pathway, what St. Mary's University (SMRU) provides and what the graduate must do. Registration is granted by the Canadian regulator, not by SMRU.
Important: who grants registration
Registration and the licence to practise are granted by the destination country's own regulator after its own exams, checks and requirements — never by St. Mary's University. SMRU provides the qualifying Indian degree and pathway preparation; it does not guarantee a foreign licence, visa or job. Requirements change; always confirm current rules with the named regulator before relying on this page.
The regulator
Registration to practise is granted by the The relevant provincial regulatory college (e.g. provincial nursing colleges via NNAS).
The exam / assessment
Credential assessment (e.g. NNAS for nurses) and the applicable provincial/national exam (e.g. NCLEX-RN for registered nurses), with an approved English/French test
Realistic timeline
Typically 18–36 months, depending on credential assessment, exams, and provincial requirements.
What St. Mary's University provides
- A UGC-recognised degree in the relevant discipline
- English-language preparation support
- Guidance on the credential-assessment document set
What you must do yourself
- Complete credential assessment (e.g. NNAS)
- Pass the applicable exam and meet provincial requirements
- Secure Canadian immigration/work authorisation independently
Plan your pathway
Talk to admissions about the SMRU degree that fits this pathway. Email reach@smru.edu.in or call +91-7331119432 (WhatsApp).
Frequently asked questions
Who grants nursing & allied health registration in Canada?
The relevant provincial regulatory college (e.g. provincial nursing colleges via NNAS). St. Mary's University provides the qualifying degree and pathway preparation; it does not grant the foreign registration.
What exam is required?
Credential assessment (e.g. NNAS for nurses) and the applicable provincial/national exam (e.g. NCLEX-RN for registered nurses), with an approved English/French test
How long does the pathway take?
Typically 18–36 months, depending on credential assessment, exams, and provincial requirements.
Does SMRU guarantee a licence or job abroad?
No. SMRU provides the Indian degree and preparation support only. Registration, visa and employment are decided by the destination country's regulator and authorities.