A practical nursing career offers challenge and the opportunity and satisfaction of providing bedside care. Practical nursing students in addition to studying nursing theory and related courses, work alongside other members of the health team as they acquire experience in clinical agencies within the community.
The Northern Partners in Practical Nursing Education (NPPNE) which include Sault College, College Boreal, Cambrian College, Canadore College, Niagara College, Confederation College and Northern College have made modifications to their practical nursing programs. The consortium has developed a program for Practical Nursing that is based on strong beliefs about the client, health, caring, nursing, and the role that teaching and learning play in enabling individuals and their families and groups to achieve health outcomes.
NOTE: Students wishing to transfer to or continue in a college within the consortium must maintain a minimum grade of 60% in all courses, including communications, service courses and electives.
Related Programs:
If a career in nursing interests you, you might also want to consider the following related program(s): Bachelor of Science
in Nursing (4 yrs).
Employment Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write the examinations for registration in the Province of Ontario. Graduates find employment in general hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, chronic care facilities, Homes for the Aged, nursing homes, rehabilitation and community-based agencies.
Admission Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels.
- or successful completion of the Mature Student Assessment.
- or appropriate credits from Academic and Career Entrance.
Additional Courses Required: Grade 12 English (College or University Preparation), Grade 11 Mathematics (College or University Preparation), Grade 11 or 12 Biology (College or University Preparation), Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry (College or University Preparation)
Applicants who do not possess the necessary admission requirements (or equivalency) are encouraged to consider our Pre-Health Sciences Program which will provide the necessary preparation to apply to this program. Completion of the Pre-Health Sciences program does not guarantee admission to the Practical Nursing program in a subsequent year.
Physical Demands:
The Practical Nursing student must have physical capabilities that would facilitate the lifting and supporting of patients, maneuvering hospital equipment and completing technical tasks requiring fine motor skills and precision of movements.
Other Requirements:
At Orientation, the student will provide proof of:
- Immunization and Communicable Disease Form with documentation of current immunization.
- NEW! Hepatitis B and Flu vaccination is required.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support, BLS-C for Health Care Providers prior to the start of the program. Certification must be completed each year.
- A recent Criminal Reference Check - for Vulnerable Populations needs to be completed at the beginning of each academic year. All costs associated with police checks, testing and proof of certification are the responsibility of the applicant. The check is used by employers in this field as a screening requirement of field placement and employment. A criminal record may prevent you from participating in field placement experiences, thus blocking you from completing program requirements.
Note: It is highly recommended that students complete HS125 Anatomy and Physiology, prior to admission to lighten the course load.
Students must complete co-requisites within one calendar year before continuing in the Practical Nursing Program.
Program Continuation Criteria:
Students must successfully complete all courses in the semester before progressing to the next semester. A minimum Cgrade is required in all Nursing and Science courses (courses with prefix PN or HS).
Articulation Agreements:
Graduates from this program are eligible to access articulation agreements with the following universities:
- Athabasca University and Nippissing University
For more information on Articulation Agreements
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