To be eligible to practice as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) in Alberta, you must meet registration requirements set by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA).

To practice as a psychiatric nurse in Alberta, you must be registered with CRPNA and hold a valid practice permit.

You may not work or volunteer as a RPN or use the protected title or designation PN or RPN in Alberta until you have received written confirmation from the College that your registration has been approved, and your practice permit has been issued. Working and/or volunteering as a PN or RPN includes participating in an employment clinical interview, orientation, or training.