This course was formerly known as PNCA 1000 and has now changed to PNCA 9000
Course Description
The Competency Assessment & Enhancement for Nurses (CAEN) is available for both Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). There are two CAEN assessments designed for nurses who either have never been licensed in BC and require an assessment to determine readiness for PNUR 9130 RN Consolidated Clinical or PNUR 9034 LPN Consolidated Clinical, or those currently or previously licensed who require a remedial CAEN at the request of an employer or nursing union or returning/upgrading their practice. The CAEN has 3 components: a self-assessment, an OSCE and multiple-choice exam. The OSCE portion is currently conducted online as well as the exam and self-assessment and may be scheduled the same day as the OSCE or an alternate day depending on availability.
The individualized assessment of nursing knowledge and skills is done in a simulated nursing environment online.
Based on the assessment outcomes, areas for practice enhancement are identified and recommendations regarding educational support are provided. For those heading to clinical next we would advise if they are safe to enter clinical.
Please note: Applicants intending to register for Consolidated Clinical (PNUR 9130/9034/9020) are required to show proof of English proficiency. Please see the Consolidated Clinical websites for full details.
Course Format
CAEN Assessments are available by appointment. Start times can vary. Seats are not available for purchase on Elevate directly, individuals should email our office to book the appointment. Individuals will be provided a targeted registration link, once registered they can provide a mailing address for the skill kit for the CAEN. A confirmation email with next steps will be emailed once the kit has been received. Please note skill kits can only be mailed to candidates residing in North America. For those residing outside North America a skill kit list will be provided.
Please wear a nursing uniform for the simulation assessment. Stethoscope is also required.
Course Cost
The fee for the Clinical Readiness CAEN Assessment is $875 plus GST. (Please note: All Faculty of Health, Professional Studies course fees are non-refundable/non-transferrable.)
The fee for the remedial CAEN Assessment, return to practice CAEN Assessment or acute care upgrading CAEN Assessment is $1200 plus GST. (Please note: All Faculty of Health, Professional Studies course fees are non-refundable/non-transferrable.)
If you are an employer or third party who would like to arrange a CAEN Assessment for an individual, please contact our office via email at FOHPS@kpu.ca. We will require a sponsorship letter that identifies the name of the candidate to be sponsored, the company name and address of where the invoice should be directed and a contact person to receive the final report. Sample of a sponsorship letter can be found here CPS-Funding Letter Requirements for Sponsored Students-PS revised.pdf The candidate would register for the CAEN via manual registration, instructions will be provided, contact our office for details. The fees would be invoiced to the sponsor.
Entrance Requirements
To be eligible to register, candidates must have one of the following:
current or previous registration with BCCNM or other provincial nursing regulatory body
- NCAS/Inspire Assessment that has expired within the last two years
How to Register
Registration is by invitation only. Once we have received your NCAS/Inspire report or your proof of BCCNM current or past registration we will email you a registration link which is only provided through our office
Sponsored candidates would register manually with assistance from our office and CPS office. Sponsored candidates will require a sponsorship letter from the third party that includes the name of the applicant, to whom the report should be sent and authority to invoice the third party with the name and address of where to send the invoice. See sample letter above. The fees would be invoiced to the third party.
Once a seat is purchased, whether paid personally or sponsored, please email our office to notify our office of the registration. All appointments are first come/first serve. Please include with the email the regulatory file number and signed policy form.
Text books
Candidates may wish to review a Medical surgical textbook or Psychomotor Skills textbook prior to the assessment but it is not mandatory.
Questions?
Please contact our office via email