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Practical Nursing

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  • School of Health Sciences
  • Program Length: 19 Months

    Applications are closed for the Corner Brook campus. Application deadline for all other campus offerings: May 6, 2022
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Description


College of the North Atlantic brokers the Practical Nursing program from the Centre for Nursing Studies, delivering it in regions, outside St. John's, with a demonstrated labor market need.  To access information for the offering in St. John's please refer to cns.easternhealth.ca.

This program is designed to prepare graduates to provide nursing services for clients across the lifespan in institutional and community based settings within the approved scope of practice for licensed practical nurses in Newfoundland and Labrador. It introduces the student to the role of practical nurse in promoting, protecting, restoring, maintaining and supporting the health status of individuals across the health and developmental continuum.

The program encompasses classroom work supplemented with skills lab and nursing practice components.

CLINICAL PLACEMENTS
Clinical placements are a required element of this program and students will be assigned placements at approved training sites. Additional sites may be considered in consultation with program faculty. There is no guarantee that students will receive their preferred placement. All expenses associated with the completion of clinical placement will be the responsibility of the student.  
 
Students require a clear Certificate of Conduct (Criminal Record Check and Vulnerability Sector Check) to be permitted into a clinical placement. Students with an unclear Certificate of Conduct are advised to speak with program faculty at the beginning of the program.
 
For programs with competitive admissions, clinical placements are not affected by ranking in the competitive admissions process and will be determined under institutional guidelines.

PN Bursary
The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador provides a Practical Nursing Bursary Program for students enrolled in the Practical Nursing program. The program provides up to a $5,000 bursary to selected students, which covers the education program costs. For more information visit the Department of Health and Community Services website.

“All students in the Practical Nursing Program must demonstrate their capacity to meet the entry-level practical nurse competencies. Please review the CLPNNL Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse in Canada: Requisite Skills and Abilities document at www.clpnnl.ca. The purpose of this document is to provide potential practical nursing students with information on the requisite skills and abilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse.”

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

1.  Applicants who have followed the High School Curriculum of Newfoundland and Labrador
Applicants shall have completed Graduation Requirements for high school as set down by the Department of Education and obtained an overall average of not less than 65% in 3000 level courses.
OR
Applicants in their final year of high school who will complete the graduation requirements for high school as set by the Department of Education and obtained an overall average of not less than 65% in 3000 level courses may be conditionally accepted prior to the writing of final exams. This conditional acceptance will be subject to verification that the applicant has obtained an overall average of not less than 65% in 3000 level courses, when final examination results are released.
 
2.  Applicants who have followed the High School Curriculum of other Provinces of Canada // International Applicants
Applicants from other provinces of Canada or International applicants shall have successfully completed Graduation Requirements for high school as set by the home province/country or equivalent to Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education in 3000 level courses and obtained an overall average of not less than 65%.

3.  Applicants who have followed the Adult Basic Education Program (ABE)
Applicants shall have completed the Level III Adult Basic Education (ABE) Certificate with the approved combination of thirty-six (36) credits as set by the Department of Education.

4.  Applicants for Mature Student Status
Mature student status is meant to allow individuals the opportunity to demonstrate academic potential if they have not fulfilled the admission criteria outlined previously.

A mature student is an applicant 21 years of age or older, has been away from full-time high school studies for at least two years, and can demonstrate potential for success through academic, professional or volunteer activities and other accomplishments. These candidates are expected to provide an official transcript of the highest level of education obtained.

*Meeting the mature student criteria will not guarantee admission to the Practical Nursing Program.

**Note:       All applicants must follow the Application Process outlined below and must supply all documentation described therein.
 
General Admission Requirements
 
English Language Requirement
Applicants must be competent in the English Language. A test of English language will be required for applicants whose first language is not English AND/OR applicants who have completed high school in a language other than English.  Applicants who do not meet the criteria above but have post-secondary courses completed in English should contact the campus for further instruction regarding testing.
 
The tests with the acceptable scores are:
  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System – Academic version). Scores: overall score of 7.0 with scores of 7.0 speaking, 7.5 listening, 6.5 reading and 7.0 writing.
  • CELBAN (Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses). Scores: 8 speaking, 10 listening, 8 reading and 7 writing.
  • The official results of test score must be submitted before a decision will be made on your application. Test scores are valid for two years from the testing date. All cost associated with the English language requirements are the responsibility of the applicant.

Interviews
The College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to interview applicants in any of the admission categories.

Assessments
An applicant may be recommended to write an assessment type test.
 
Application Process
The number of students admitted to the Practical Nursing Program is determined annually by the provincial human resource needs for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).  The application and selection process is competitive.

Applications to the Practical Nursing Program at the College of the North Atlantic will be reviewed for admission only when all of the following have been provided within the identified time frames. Incorrect and/or missing information may jeopardize an applicant’s inclusion in the selection process.
 
  • Online application form (and applicable fee) submitted.
  • Certified copy of your official birth certificate from the Department of Vital Statistics.
  • Official high school transcript from the Department of Education or equivalency certificate.
  • Certified copy of Level II grades and Level III Term 1 results (for current high school students).
  • Official transcript of all post-secondary courses/programs (if applicable).
  • Personal Statement (completed on the personal statement form).
  • Two references (forms provided) *Please note that references from family, friends, relatives or co-workers will be deemed unsatisfactory. If possible, references should come from previous or current employers and/or instructors/teachers/professors. Referees must forward the Reference Form directly to the campus.
  • Clinical Placement Acknowledgement form.
  • A personal interview (if requested by the College).
  • All potential nursing students must read the College for Licensed Practical Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador document entitled: “Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse in Canada: Requisite Skills and Abilities” to determine their ability to meet the requirements of the program. The Skills Abilities form must be submitted confirming you have read the document found at the following link: https://www.clpnnl.ca/sites/default/files/inline-files/Requisite_Skills_and_Abilities_1.pdf
Please note:  Applications will not be considered complete until the original transcript has been provided.

Once an applicant receives a letter of acceptance, the following documentation must be submitted by July 30th.
  • Certificate for Basic Life Support (BLS); BLS/Health Care Provider/AED; or Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – Health Care Provider (CPR/HCP) and Standard First Aid course. Both to be completed after January 2022. Annual BLS / CPR-HCP re-certification will be required.
  • Current Criminal Record Screening Certificate/Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Check in satisfactory standing (dated after July 1, 2022).
  • Child Protection Records (may be required)
  • Student Information form (regarding allergies).
Once an applicant receives a letter of acceptance, the following documentation must be submitted by September 30th. 
  • Immunization documentation

Courses


  
SEMESTER ONE – SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER (2022) (15 WEEKS)
COURSE
HOURS PER SEMESTER
Simulation Theory Clinical Lab Final Exams Total Hours
PN1100 Introduction to Nursing   36   26 2 64
PN1109 Anatomy & Physiology I   36     2 38
PN1130 Communication & Therapeutic Relationships   36   20 2 58
PN1225 Gerontological Nursing   36     2 38
PN1110 Introduction to Nursing Practice     80     80
TOTAL 0 144 80 46 8 278
 
SEMESTER TWO – JANUARY TO APRIL (2023) (15 WEEKS)
COURSE
HOURS PER SEMESTER
Simulation Theory Clinical Lab Final Exams Total Hours
PN1200 Mental Health Nursing   36     2 38
PN1290 Pharmacology I   22   14 2 38
PN1241 Anatomy & Physiology II   36     2 38
PN1251 Health Assessment   36   21 2 59
PN1210 Mental Health Nursing Practice     80     80
PN1215 Pharmacology & Leadership Nursing Practice in the Gerontological Setting     80     80
TOTAL 0 130 160 35 8 333
 
SEMESTER THREE – APRIL TO JULY (2023) (12 WEEKS)
COURSE
HOURS PER SEMESTER
Simulation Theory Clinical Lab Final Exams Total Hours
PN1300 Maternal-Child Nursing   36   4 2 42
PN1170 Medical-Surgical Nursing I   36   19 2 57
PN1360 Pharmacology II   18   12 2 32
PN1325 Maternal-Child Health Nursing Practice     72     72
PN1271 Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice I     80     80
TOTAL 0 90 144 35 6 283
 
SEMESTER FOUR – SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER (2023) (15 WEEKS)
COURSE HOURS PER SEMESTER
Simulation Theory Clinical Lab Final Exams Total Hours
PN1330 Community Health Nursing   36     2 38
PN1380 Medical Surgical Nursing II 8 36   18 2 64
PN1305 Leadership in Nursing 2 36     2 40
PN1375 Medical Surgical Nursing II     80     80
TOTAL 10 108 80 18 6 222
 
SEMESTER FIVE – JANUARY-APRIL (2024)  (15 WEEKS)
COURSE HOURS PER SEMESTER
Simulation Theory Clinical Lab Final Exams Total Hours
PN1400 Nursing Practice for Professional Development     160     160
PN1410 Preceptorship     280     280
PN1403 Community Health Nursing Practice 4   80     84
TOTAL 4   520     524
 
TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS
  Simulation Theory Clinical Lab Final Exams Total Hours
TOTAL 14 472 992 134 28 1640

 


Locations & Start Dates


Bay St. George Campus - September 2022
Burin Campus - September 2022
Carbonear Campus  – September 2022
Clarenville Campus  – September 2022
Corner Brook Campus  – September 2022
Gander Campus - September 2022
Grand Falls-Windsor Campus – September 2022
Happy Valley-Goose Bay Campus – September 2022
St. Anthony Campus - September 2022


 

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