British Columbia - IEN Pathway

Are you an internationally educated nurse (IEN) planning to apply for registration to practice in British Columbia, Canada? If so, Inspire Global Assessments is the right place to start!

If you are a referral from a regulator, we will reach out to you once a referral has been received from the regulator. Please do NOT create your own account as this will delay processing time. If you have questions about the referral process, please email info@inspireassessments.org or visit the BC Referrals webpage.

There is a new streamlined application process for United States registered nurses. If you are an RN registered and practicing in the United States, you are no longer required to create a new account or apply to Inspire Global Assessments. Instead, you will need to apply directly to BCCNM for licensure.

Please note: Assessments are only available in English.

We recommend that you start your application process after you have gathered all the needed documents. This will help minimize delays and streamline the overall process for you.

Below are the steps you’ll need to complete on your registration journey.

The Steps to Take

Step 1. Review our website to ensure you are aware of the Inspire application and competency assessment process, including all fees, required documents, and eligibility.

Step 2. Collect the documents needed for your Inspire application process, and ensure they meet the requirements outlined on our website. Required documents include:

Step 3. Create your Inspire Global Assessments online user account, if you are applying through the IEN Pathway.

Step 4. Once logged into your online service account, you will need to submit your IEN Pathway Application survey and upload your notarized IDs.

Step 5. Apply to the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), which is the regulator for nurses and midwives in BC.

Step 6. Review our assessment fees, and decide if you want to pay for the cost of the assessments out of pocket or apply for bursary funding. Please inform the Inspire team of your decision.

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Let us help you with your journey!

Download our checklist below for easy reference, and see the FAQ section for frequently asked questions.