Course overview
Health Care Aide Certificate is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in nursing & allied health at NorQuest College in Edmonton, Canada. It takes 8 months (2 terms); evening delivery about 12 months, with intakes in January (next start January 2027).
NorQuest College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | NorQuest College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Edmonton, Canada |
| Course | Health Care Aide Certificate |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Nursing & Allied Health |
| Duration | 8 months (2 terms); evening delivery about 12 months |
| Tuition per year | C$21,175 (≈ ₹14.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | January (next start January 2027) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page) |
Interested in Health Care Aide Certificate?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$21,175 a year, about ₹14.2 lakh.
International estimate for the January 2027 start: CA$21,175 tuition for the whole 8-month programme; fees CA$1,693 extra
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Average one-bedroom rent in EdmontonRentals.ca June 2026 report, quoted by NorQuest | C$1,287per month | ≈ ₹86,229 |
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.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer 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 NorQuest College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Diplomas need high-school English and maths at set levels (for example 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 and 50% in Mathematics 30-1 for Machine Learning Analyst), or equivalents. Indian Class 12 marks are assessed as equivalents.
- Practical Nurse also needs Biology 30 (60%) or an equivalent.
- A free academic assessment is available after you apply if you do not meet a requirement.
- Seats are offered on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no section below 6.0 (Machine Learning Analyst; check other programme pages). Practical Nurse: listening 7.5, speaking 7.0, reading 6.5, writing 7.0. |
| TOEFL iBT | 84 with no section below 21 (Machine Learning Analyst); 94 for Practical Nurse. |
| PTE Academic | 59 with no section below 56. |
| Duolingo | 115. |
| CAEL | 70 with no section below 70. |
Intakes
This course starts in: January (next start January 2027).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test result no more than two years old at programme start
- Tuition deposit after an offer
About NorQuest College
NorQuest College is a public college in Edmonton, Alberta, with a second campus in Wetaskiwin. It offers certificates and diplomas, with a strong focus on health care, community and social services, and applied technology. Its international students section lists eight in-demand programmes, from Practical Nurse and Pharmacy Technician to a Machine Learning Analyst diploma.
For Indian students, the main draws are the two-year Machine Learning Analyst diploma (about CA$19,600 a year in tuition, with an optional paid co-op) and health diplomas such as Practical Nurse. NorQuest has no student residence listed on the pages we opened, but it notes that average one-bedroom rent in Edmonton is lower than in Calgary, Vancouver or Toronto.
Similar courses
Nursing & Allied Health courses at other universities in Canada
- Bachelor of Science in NutritionAcadia UniversityFull-time bachelor's; dietetics, consumer food, kinesiology and honours options · C$25,173 / year
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours)Algonquin College4 years full time · C$26,354 / year
- Health Care Aide (Certificate)Bow Valley College2 terms · C$20,405 / year
- Practical Nursing, DiplomaCamosun College2 years · C$21,249 / year
- Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant, CertificateCamosun College10 months · C$22,626 / year
- Health Care Assistant, CertificateCamosun College28 weeks · C$14,116 / year
More courses at NorQuest College
- Machine Learning Analyst Diploma2 years (4 terms), plus an optional co-op term · C$19,604 / year
- Practical Nurse Diploma2 years (5 terms) · C$26,599 / year
- Pharmacy Technician Diploma5 terms (65 weeks of study) · C$20,190 / year
- Social Work Diploma2 years (6 terms) · C$24,426 / year
- Therapeutic Recreation Diploma2 years (6 terms) · C$19,320 / year
- Early Learning and Child Care Diploma2 years (4 terms) · C$18,633 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Health Care Aide Certificate at NorQuest College?
The tuition for international students is C$21,175 a year (about ₹14.2 lakh). International estimate for the January 2027 start: CA$21,175 tuition for the whole 8-month programme; fees CA$1,693 extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Health Care Aide Certificate?
The course takes 8 months (2 terms); evening delivery about 12 months.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; PTE Academic 59; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (as published for Machine Learning Analyst; check the programme requirements page). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: January (next start January 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.
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