--- title: "International Students - School of Nursing" type: "wiki" space: "Seneca Nanji Foundation School of Nursing" author: "Deena Douara" created: 2026-10-28T18:15:15Z updated: 2026-11-02T16:55:26Z tags: ["clinical", "international", "nursing", "placement", "pnd", "psw", "students"] url: "https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/312/seneca-nanji-foundation-school-of-nursing/wiki/view/18568/international-students-school-of-nursing" --- # International Students - School of Nursing ### International Students - Seneca Nanji Foundation School of Nursing As of April 1, 2026, full-time post-secondary **international students no longer need a co-op work permit** to complete required field placements in Canada. Students studying as international students require a valid Canadian work permit to attend practicum and a complete clinical preparedness permit. This will be submitted to Concise Health Solutions with the CPP documents for validation and approval. The student will require a letter to obtain this work permit, which can be obtained from the clinical placement office via email at: clinicalrequirements@senecapolytechnic.ca . It can take 3-4 months to obtain this visa, so the process should be started early. Students may use the on-campus work authorization printed on their **valid study permit** \(“May accept employment on campus”\) to complete the required field placement, including at locations outside campus boundaries, provided they meet all eligibility requirements. If you do not have the correct condition on your study permit or have questions about your eligibility, please contact Seneca's Immigration Specialist team through [The Service Hub](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/109/support-services/wiki/view/8697/the-service-hub-channels). **International students must submit their valid study permit through Concise Health Solutions or HSPnet \(as per program\) to be verified as part of their clinical placement clearance requirements.** #### Health Insurance – Alumo As an international student enrolled in a full-time professional program at Seneca, you have mandatory health insurance through [Alumo](https://sp-international.alumo.ca/), included as a charge in your [tuition fees](https://www.senecacollege.ca/registrar/fees.html). You will automatically be enrolled in the health insurance plan for the current academic year, depending on your program start date. Students are expected to pay any outstanding balance at the beginning of each term. You can view your account information under the Financial Account section in [Student Home](https://studenterp.senecacollege.ca/psp/ps/). Seneca hosts information sessions throughout the year to help students understand their health insurance coverage. You may [view an on-demand Alumo information session](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YW_uaxADoI). #### Early Arrival Coverage and Insurance Activation Most international students have early arrival coverage. If this is your first time being insured through Alumo/Seneca, your coverage generally begins 30 days before the first day of your enrollment period. However, your insurance or medical card will not be available until Alumo verifies your enrollment. This typically occurs after Day 5, when Seneca submits enrollment information to activate your insurance. Before your insurance is activated, you may be required to pay for medical services upfront and submit a claim for reimbursement once your coverage becomes active. International Student Services is working with the [Seneca Medical Centre](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/191/seneca-medical-centre/home) to support students who require medical appointments before their insurance activation. Where eligibility and payment can be verified, the Medical Centre may arrange direct billing to Alumo once coverage is activated. #### Accessing Medical Services Students can use [Alumo's Medical Provider Directory](https://sp-international.alumo.ca/alumo-networks?view=map#find-a-provider) to locate participating healthcare providers and arrange appointments. **To help avoid upfront medical costs, contact Alumo before booking an appointment:** - Local: 416-913-7950 - Toll-free: 1-855-219-1587 Students may also visit their family doctor, a walk-in clinic or a hospital and present their Alumo student benefit card. Many healthcare providers accept the benefit card directly. Students should contact Alumo to confirm whether direct billing is available. If the provider does not accept the card, students may be required to pay for services and submit a reimbursement claim. Coverage is subject to the benefit limits of the insurance plan, and additional fees may apply. For questions regarding coverage, claims or participating healthcare providers, contact Alumo directly. #### International Student Services and Immigration Support Seneca International Student Services provides assistance with immigration-related questions, study permit conditions, health insurance and other matters affecting international students. For additional information, visit [Seneca International Student Services](https://www.senecacollege.ca/international.html). **Contact Information:** To arrange a virtual meeting with an immigration specialist, contact: **Email:** theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca **Telephone:** 416-764-9900 A support case will be opened to connect you with the appropriate specialist. #### Immigration Specialist Q&A Sessions Students may also participate in virtual question-and-answer sessions with Seneca's international student immigration specialists. - [Monday Immigration Specialist Q&A Session](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ODM0ODY3NjAtMWE1ZC00MDFkLWIxYzktODMxMzA0MzBjNDc5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22eb34f74a-58e7-4a8b-9e59-433e4c412757%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%222baf9ba9-e722-49c5-a44d-15d01f52b757%22%7d) - [Thursday Immigration Specialist Q&A Session](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzNkMGNkNDYtYzRkNi00MTg2LTkzMjUtZjhlZGI4NzU0NDU5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22eb34f74a-58e7-4a8b-9e59-433e4c412757%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%222baf9ba9-e722-49c5-a44d-15d01f52b757%22%7d) **Note:** Sessions are not held on statutory holidays or Seneca-declared holidays. For further assistance, please visit [Seneca International Student Support](https://www.senecacollege.ca/international/support.html).