TEF for Nurses

TEF French Vocabulary for Nurses (Canada PR)

Master 60+ medical and nursing terms in French to ace your TEF Canada exam and qualify for Express Entry as a healthcare professional.

Essential vocabulary

FrenchEnglish
infirmier/infirmièrenurse
patient(e)patient
piqûreinjection
ordonnanceprescription
tension artérielleblood pressure
prélèvement sanguinblood draw
perfusionIV drip
soins intensifsintensive care
dossier médicalmedical record
urgencesemergency room

Sample workplace phrases

  • Pouvez-vous décrire vos symptômes?
    Can you describe your symptoms?
  • Je vais prendre votre tension.
    I am going to take your blood pressure.
  • Avez-vous des allergies connues?
    Do you have any known allergies?

Frequently asked questions

What CLB do nurses need for Express Entry?

NOC TEER 1 occupations like Registered Nurse typically need CLB 7+ in all four skills for Federal Skilled Worker.

Is TEF or TCF better for healthcare workers?

Both are accepted by IRCC. TEF Canada is more widely available and has more prep material.

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