Pediatric Nursing Program

Credential Earned

Certification of Completion

Length

  • Part time: 6 months

See Plan of Study details for more information.

Delivery

  • Independent, asynchronous, online learning

Dates

  • Fall: October 6, 2025 - March 28, 2026

Registration Deadlines

  • Fall: Registration to open summer 2025, dates to be announced 

Overview

The Pediatric Nursing Program delivers specialty knowledge education for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) working in the pediatric environment. 

This program utilizes the academic content of Pediatric Learning Solutions (PLS), which provides online theoretical knowledge to support nurses in delivering safe and effective care to the pediatric population. The course content is delivered online via Nova Scotia Health Learning Management System (LMS) with links to Nova Scotian and Canadian content.

Requirements

  • RNs and LPNs with active practicing licensure from the Nova Scotia College of Nurses.
  • Approval from a Nova Scotia Health Pediatric Manager to confirm sponsorship for the program.

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The Nova Scotia Health Learning Institute for Health Care Providers offers education programming designed to meet the needs of learners across the province and strengthen our health care system. We are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed programming that enables providers to develop and maintain foundational and specialty competencies.