The Africa-Caribbean Nursing Continuum Program Program (ACNCP), led by the Health Association of African Canadians (HAAC), supports internationally educated nurses of African and Caribbean descent in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. The program addresses systemic barriers by providing clear licensure guidance, culturally responsive mentorship, training, financial support, and community connection. ACNCP empowers nurses at all stages of their Canadian licensure journey, from initial assessments to professional registration.
Support and resources to nurses of African and Caribbean descent in their journey to obtaining their license and integration into the Nova Scotia healthcare system.
Support and resources to nurses of African and Caribbean descent in their journey to obtaining their license and integration into the Nova Scotia healthcare system.
Canada’s nursing licensure process can be complex for internationally educated nurses, with varying provincial requirements. The Africa-Caribbean Nursing Continuum Program Program ACNCP offers clear, step-by-step guidance through the general pathway, from credential evaluation with licensure regulatory bodies.
The Licensure Guide is your detailed roadmap for becoming a licensed nurse in Canada. Tailored specifically for African-Caribbean IENs, it includes province-specific requirements, country-specific document checklists, exam preparation resources, and bridging program options.
Support and resources to nurses of African and Caribbean descent in their journey to obtaining their license and integration into the Nova Scotia healthcare system.
Africa-Caribbean Nursing Continuum Program
The ACNCP Initiative provides viable pathways for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) to successfully emigrate to Canada and practice nursing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
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