All IENs must first connect with the Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHP) Navigation Service, provided by the Government of New Brunswick.
🎯 Why it’s important:
- Helps you decide whether to apply as LPN or RN
- Assists with potential funding options
- Offers guidance for NNAS, bridging programs, and more
STEP 2 – Create Your ANBLPN Account
Your ANBLPN account is your personal portal where you can:
- Update personal/contact details
- Complete licensure forms
- Pay fees
- Access receipts, invoices, exam booking links, and more
📌 How to Create It: Visit www.anblpn.ca
STEP 3 – Complete the Jurisprudence Module
💰 Fee: $40 CAD
Before applying, you must review and pass the NB Jurisprudence exam, which covers legal and ethical responsibilities of LPNs in NB.
✅ Required before application submission!
STEP 4 – Apply via NNAS and Submit to ANBLPN
Apply to NNAS (National Nursing Assessment Service) selecting:
Submit the following:
- Proof of ID
- Nursing transcripts
- Licensure verification
- Work experience
- IELTS/CELBAN/TEF scores (if applicable)
📌 Then, request your NNAS Advisory Report to be sent to ANBLPN.
🔗 Apply at www.nnas.ca
STEP 5 – Submit ANBLPN Application Form & Pay Fees
💰 Fee: $230 (non-refundable)
What to upload:
- NNAS report details
- Birth certificate (proof of name)
- Marriage certificate/divorce decree (if name changed)
- Government-issued photo ID
- Criminal record check (within last 3 months)
- Language proficiency scores
📌 Submit the form online through your ANBLPN account
✅ Payment is required to start review process
STEP 6 – Education Assessment & Upgrading
Based on your file, ANBLPN will determine your eligibility and guide you toward one of the following programs:
OUTCOME 1:
🛑 Pathways to Licensure Program – 10-week online
💰 $287.50
⏳ Temporarily on hold for review
➡️ Previously meant for those with close-to-Canadian education
OUTCOME 2:
✅ Re-Entry Program (NBCC/CCNB)
📅 38-week blended
💰 ~$6,000
➡️ For moderate educational gaps
OUTCOME 3:
🎓 2-Year PN Diploma (NBCC, CCNB, Oulton College)
➡️ For significant gaps or highly specialized education
💰 See college-specific fees
Note: You’ll receive an official email from ANBLPN indicating your assigned path. Follow their instructions for registration and tuition.
STEP 7 – Write the CPNRE Exam (Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam)
💰 Exam Fee: $930.25 – $1,105.25
📆 Based on exam month (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov)
📌 Your exam invoice includes:
- CPNRE fee ($600)
- Admin fee ($65.25)
- Active license fee (refundable if you fail)
What to do:
- Wait for eligibility email from ANBLPN
- Pay via your ANBLPN portal under [My Invoices]
- Exam must be paid by the 15th of the month before the exam
- e.g., Pay by Feb 15 to write in March
STEP 8 – Book Your Exam Seat
Once paid, you’ll receive an email from Testing Support (Yardstick/Meazure/ProctorU).
📌 All exams are conducted:
- Online via ProctorU
- Or in designated test centers with proctor
📝 Do NOT reset your password before exam day
📨 Keep the email confirmation safe
💵 Summary of Key Fees
| Item | Estimated Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|
| NNAS Application | ~$650 |
| ANBLPN Application | $230 (non-refundable) |
| NB Jurisprudence Module | $40 |
| Pathways Program (suspended) | $287.50 |
| Re-entry Program (NBCC) | $6,000+ |
| PN Diploma Program | College-specific |
| CPNRE Exam | $930.25 – $1,105.25 |
| Language Tests (IELTS/CELBAN/TEF) | ~$300–$350 |
| Criminal Record Check (Canada) | ~$50–$100 |
📚 Need Help With CPNRE/NCLEX-PN Preparation?
NursingManthra provides:
- Up-to-date CPNRE/NCLEX-PN study materials
- Case-based clinical MCQs with rationales
- Jurisprudence module tips
- Personalized mentorship and mock tests
- Support via WhatsApp and email
🎯 Why Choose Nursing Manthra?
As an internationally educated nurse, the process may seem overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone.
At NursingManthra, we help you:
✅ Understand eligibility
✅ Complete all forms correctly
✅ Avoid delays or rejections
✅ Study effectively for success with our CPNRE materials
🧑⚕️ Trusted by thousands of IENs worldwide
📞 Contact Us
📌 Ready to start your LPN licensure journey in New Brunswick?
Let Shincy George and the NursingManthra team support your success.
🌐 Website: www.nursingmanthra.com
📲 WhatsApp: +971502515717.
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