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Health Care Aide (Certificate)

Bow Valley College · Calgary, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

2 terms

Tuition / year

C$20,405 (≈ ₹13.7 lakh)

Intakes

January; May; September (2027)

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Course overview

Health Care Aide (Certificate) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in nursing & allied health at Bow Valley College in Calgary, Canada. It takes 2 terms, with intakes in January; May; September (2027).

Bow Valley College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityBow Valley College (Public)
LocationCalgary, Canada
CourseHealth Care Aide (Certificate)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaNursing & Allied Health
Duration2 terms
Tuition per yearC$20,405 (≈ ₹13.7 lakh)
IntakesJanuary; May; September (2027)
English requirementIELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL 71; Duolingo 95; CELPIP 7

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$20,405 a year, about ₹13.7 lakh.

2026-27 international tuition for both terms (CAD 10,194 + 10,211); mandatory fees and health plan extra

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Adult nurse
  • Mental health nurse
  • Children's nurse
  • Midwife
  • Health visitor
  • Learning disability nurse

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • NHS
  • Bupa
  • HCA Healthcare
  • Mediclinic
  • HCA Healthcare UK
  • Fresenius
  • Aster DM Healthcare
  • Asklepios
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Nuffield Health

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Bow Valley College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Diplomas need Grade 12 English and maths or equivalent (for example, Software Development needs English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2, and Math 30-1 or 30-2). Indian Class 12 marks are assessed as equivalents.
  • Check the program list for each intake's international status: only programmes marked Open accept applications.
  • Application fee CAD 150; a CAD 1,500 confirmation fee is due within 21 days of acceptance and counts towards first-term tuition.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL 71; Duolingo 95; CELPIP 7.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.0 with no band below 6.0 for most programmes (6.5 for Machine Learning Analyst and Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant)
PTE Academic59 for most programmes
TOEFL83 for most programmes
Duolingo110 for most programmes
ExemptionThree years of full-time English-medium high school, or one year of full-time English-medium post-secondary study (most programmes)

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Intakes

This course starts in: January; May; September (2027).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Academic transcripts (unofficial for first review; official copies sent to admissions)
  • Valid passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Alberta Student Number (ASN)

About Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College is a public college in Calgary, Alberta. It teaches career-focused certificates, two-year diplomas and two-term post-diploma certificates in business, technology, health and creative industries, and most programmes include a practicum.

For Indian graduates, the most relevant options are the post-diploma certificates in Data Management and Analytics, Software Development and Digital Marketing. Class 12 students can look at diplomas such as Software Development, Cybersecurity Solutions, Health Data Analytics and Business Administration. The college's program list shows which intakes are open to international students and which programmes carry a PGWP tag.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Health Care Aide (Certificate) at Bow Valley College?

The tuition for international students is C$20,405 a year (about ₹13.7 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition for both terms (CAD 10,194 + 10,211); mandatory fees and health plan extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Health Care Aide (Certificate)?

The course takes 2 terms.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL 71; Duolingo 95; CELPIP 7. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: January; May; September (2027). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. Bow Valley College: Health Care Aide (Certificate) (opens in a new tab)
  2. Bow Valley College: Tuition and fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Bow Valley College: Program list (opens in a new tab)
  4. Bow Valley College: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. Bow Valley College: International student application (opens in a new tab)

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