Requirements Checklist for the NL LPN Pathway

Requirements Checklist for the NL LPN Pathway

A complete list of everything you must prepare before applying

This checklist summarizes all the documents CLPNNL requires from internationally educated nurses. Having these ready early will help you avoid delays and move through the pathway smoothly.

1 Identity & Personal Documents
Valid passport
Government-issued photo ID
Updated resume or CV
2 Education Documents (for WES ICAP)
Academic transcript requested by your school
Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter confirming English
Course outlines or curriculum (only if WES requests)

Important: These must be sent directly to WES by your training institution.

3 Nursing Registration Documents
CLPNNL Verification of Licensure (VOR) form completed by your nursing council
No disciplinary issues on record
Proof of active or past licensure

Important: Your regulator must email AND courier this directly to CLPNNL.

4 Practice & Employment Evidence
Employer verification letter(s) including:
• Job title
• Practice hours
• Responsibilities
• Employment dates
• Supervisor’s signature and contact details
Any additional certificates from your nursing roles
5 Skills & Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
Any specialty courses you completed (optional, but helpful)
6 Exam & Registration Documents
Government-issued ID for exam day
Clean private room for online proctoring
Guardian Browser installed for the CPNRE
7 Final Registration Documents (After Passing the Exam)
Police certificate (must be recent — obtain after passing)
Registration payment
Updated personal details (if requested)