Continuing Professional Development (CPD) & Continuing Education — answers for prospective and current students.
CCES offers online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Education courses designed primarily for internationally educated nurses, nursing students, PSWs, caregivers and other healthcare professionals. The courses help learners refresh existing knowledge, expand their knowledge, explore healthcare subjects and support ongoing professional development.
These courses are not vocational training programs and do not replace formal nursing, PSW, healthcare or other professional training programs.
No. CCES courses are continuing education and professional development courses. They are not designed to provide the formal education, clinical training or practical training required to become a nurse, PSW, caregiver or other regulated healthcare professional. Completion of a CCES course does not by itself qualify a student to practise in a regulated healthcare profession.
Courses are primarily designed for internationally educated nurses (IENs), nursing students and graduates, Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs)/Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Personal Support Workers (PSWs), caregivers, healthcare assistants and other healthcare professionals. Individuals interested in learning more about healthcare may also enroll.
No. Many courses may be taken by individuals without formal healthcare training. Someone considering a career in healthcare may take one or more courses to explore the field. However, completing a CCES course does not provide the formal education or practical training required for employment in a regulated healthcare profession.
Yes. CCES courses can help internationally educated nurses refresh nursing knowledge, study specific healthcare topics, expand knowledge before seeking employment, demonstrate continuing professional development and prepare for further education or licensing examinations where applicable. The Registered Nursing Exam Preparation Review includes two practice examinations. It does not replace official regulatory or licensing requirements.
No. Standard CCES online courses are primarily educational and text-based and do not generally include hands-on clinical or practical training.
Generally, no. CCES does not arrange practical training, clinical placements, internships or employment placements as part of its standard online continuing education courses. An exception may apply to students studying through a CCES-affiliated college or university where a practical component has specifically been arranged through that institution. Students should not assume practical training is included unless it is specifically stated in writing for their program.
Yes. CCES courses may be useful for individuals considering healthcare who want to learn more before committing to formal education. They provide an opportunity to explore healthcare subjects, but they should not be considered a substitute for a formal healthcare education program.
There are no formal prerequisites or minimum educational requirements for the general CCES online continuing education courses unless a specific course description states otherwise. Students do not generally need a nursing diploma, nursing degree, PSW certificate, caregiver certificate, Plus Two/Higher Secondary qualification or university degree.
Yes. There is no minimum percentage of marks required in Plus Two for the general CCES continuing education courses.
Yes. The general continuing education courses do not have formal educational prerequisites. Students must, however, be able to read and understand English sufficiently to complete the course materials and assessments.
Yes. Individuals who have completed a caregiver course, including a short-term Senior Caregiver program, may enroll. These courses can expand knowledge and support continuing education but do not replace formal vocational caregiver or healthcare training.
CCES courses are delivered in English and are primarily text-based. Students should be able to read and understand English, follow written instructions, understand the course materials and complete multiple-choice assessments in English. A formal English-language test such as IELTS or CELPIP is not generally required to enroll.
The courses are fully online and self-paced. Students can access the materials online and study at their own pace. The courses are primarily text-based, similar to reading and studying a book online.
Generally, no. The standard CCES online continuing education courses are designed for self-directed learning and do not normally require attendance at live classes or scheduled lectures.
Course duration varies by subject and depth. CCES courses range from approximately 3 hours to 120 hours. The 120-hour Registered Nursing Exam Preparation Review is the longest program and includes two practice examinations to help students assess their readiness for the nursing licensing examination. The exact duration is shown in each course description.
CCES courses are designed to be self-paced. Any applicable enrollment or access period will be stated in the individual course information or enrollment terms.
The level of instructor or student support may vary by course. Students should review the individual course description for information about support available for that particular course.
Students are responsible for having suitable internet access and a compatible computer, tablet or other device capable of accessing the online learning platform.
Individual CCES continuing education courses generally include a 10-question multiple-choice final assessment. Students are given up to three attempts to successfully complete the assessment. If a student does not pass after three attempts, the student may be required to review or retake the complete course before attempting the assessment again.
Yes. Students who successfully complete the applicable course requirements receive a CCES certificate of completion. Where applicable, certificates may be provided in digital/verifiable format.
A CCES certificate demonstrates successful completion of a continuing education course. It is not the same as a professional licence, diploma, degree or regulated healthcare qualification. Recognition varies by country, employer, professional regulatory body, educational institution and licensing authority. CCES cannot guarantee acceptance for licensing, employment, immigration, registration or academic credit.
The courses are available online to learners internationally. International availability does not mean that a certificate automatically carries professional or regulatory recognition in every country. Students in Canada, the UK, Ireland, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Gulf countries, European countries or elsewhere should confirm requirements with the relevant employer, educational institution or professional regulatory authority.
Yes. CCES courses are designed as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Education opportunities. Students should confirm with their own employer or professional regulatory organization whether a particular course or certificate can be counted toward specific mandatory CPD, CE or CNE requirements.
CCES courses are intended primarily for continuing education and professional development rather than direct job placement. A course may help a learner demonstrate additional knowledge and professional development, but completion does not guarantee employment, professional registration, licensing or immigration approval.
Students should register using the correct legal or professional name as they want it to appear on their certificate. Students are responsible for checking the accuracy of the information they provide. CCES may request identification or additional information if a certificate name needs to be corrected after issue.
No. CCES courses do not guarantee nursing registration, nursing licensing, professional registration, employment, immigration approval, admission to a college or university, or acceptance of a certificate by a regulatory authority.
No. Exam preparation and review courses are designed to help students review their knowledge and prepare for an examination. The Registered Nursing Exam Preparation Review includes two practice examinations to help students assess their preparation. Completion of the review or a particular practice result does not guarantee success on an official licensing examination.
No. Eligibility is determined by the applicable nursing regulatory authority. Students are responsible for determining whether they meet the licensing or examination requirements that apply to their individual circumstances.
CCES does not guarantee that a continuing education certificate will qualify a student for immigration points, credential recognition, a study permit, work permit, permanent residence or any other immigration benefit. Students should not enroll solely on the assumption that the certificate will provide an immigration benefit.
A CCES certificate demonstrates completion of continuing education, but CCES cannot guarantee that a particular employer, government, educational institution or professional regulatory authority will accept it. Students are responsible for confirming requirements with the organization where they intend to use the certificate.
Tuition varies by course. Current course fees generally range from approximately $39 CAD to $350 CAD for the longer Registered Nursing Exam Preparation Review. The advertised tuition is the total price for the individual course, not an hourly fee.
No. All CCES online course registrations are non-refundable. Because students receive access to digital educational materials after enrollment, course fees are non-refundable once registration has been completed and access has been provided. Students should carefully review the course description, level, duration, language requirements and intended learning outcomes before enrolling.
No. Course registrations are non-transferable. A course purchased by one student cannot be transferred, sold, assigned or given to another person. Each student must register individually using their own information.
Course registrations are generally non-refundable and non-transferable, including transfers from one course to another. Students should carefully review the course description before payment. If CCES cancels a course or is unable to provide access because of an issue attributable to CCES, the situation will be addressed separately in accordance with CCES policies.
Students are responsible for deciding whether a course is appropriate for their knowledge, experience, English-language ability and educational goals. A refund will not be provided simply because a student later determines that the course is too difficult or that their English-language skills are not sufficient to complete it.
Once registration has been completed and course access has been provided, the course is non-refundable and non-transferable. This includes situations where a student changes their mind, decides not to complete the course, finds the course too difficult, does not have enough time, determines their English is insufficient, no longer requires the course, or discovers that an employer or regulatory organization will not recognize it for the student's intended purpose.
No. Students are expected to complete their own course materials and assessments. CCES may withhold or cancel a certificate where there is reasonable evidence of academic dishonesty, misrepresentation, identity misuse or another serious violation of CCES policies.
No. Course access is provided to the individual registered student. Students must not share account credentials, course materials, assessments, answers, downloadable resources or other protected CCES educational content with another person.
Students experiencing difficulty accessing a course should contact CCES as soon as possible so the issue can be investigated. A temporary internet, computer, device, browser or other technical issue experienced by the student does not normally make a course eligible for a refund.
Before registering, students should make sure they have selected the correct course; understand that it is continuing education/CPD and not vocational training; can read and understand English; understand the level and subject matter; understand that the course is primarily text-based and self-paced; understand that practical or clinical placement is not included unless specifically stated; understand the assessment requirements; and understand that successful completion does not guarantee employment, licensing, professional registration, immigration approval or acceptance by a regulatory authority.
Students should also understand that course fees are non-refundable and non-transferable and should ask CCES any questions before completing registration and payment.
CCES courses are online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Education courses. They are designed to provide knowledge, professional development, exam preparation where applicable and opportunities for further learning.
They are not vocational training programs and do not replace the education, clinical training, licensing, registration or other requirements necessary to enter or practise a regulated healthcare profession.
Students are responsible for determining whether a course is suitable for their educational and professional goals before enrolling. All course registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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