Practical Nursing

In partnership with the Center for Nursing Studies
Certification level:	Diploma
Program Duration:	54 weeks (4 semesters)
Campus Locations:	Corner Brook, Grand Falls-Windsor, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, St. Anthony, Bay St. George, Clarenville
Application Package:	Click here

Program Description:

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 learner 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.

Curriculum Description:

Semester 1: 15 weeks

• N101 - Introduction to Nursing Concepts
• LN101 - Introduction to Nursing Concepts/Skills Labs
• CN101 - Nursing Practice for Introduction to Nursing Concepts
• N102 - Anatomy and Physiology I
• N103 - Caring Relationships
• LN103 - Caring Relationships Labs
• N104 - Medication Administration
• LN104 - Medication Administration/Skills Labs
• MT - Medical Terminology Seminar

Semester 2: 15 weeks

• N201 - Mental Health Nursing Concepts
• CN201 - Nursing Practice for Mental Health Nursing Concepts
• N202 - Anatomy and Physiology II
• N203 - Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts I
• LN203 - Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts I Skills Labs
• CN203 - Nursing Practice for Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts I
• N204 - Health Assessment
• LN204 - Health Assessment Labs
• N205 - Long Term Care Nursing Concepts
• CN205 - Nursing Practice for Long Term Care Nursing Concepts

Semester 3: 12 weeks

• N301 - Community Health Nursing Concepts
• CN301 - Nursing Practice for Community Health Nursing Concepts
• N302 - Maternal-Child Health Nursing Concepts
• LN302 - Maternal-Child Health Nursing Concepts Lab
• CN302M - Nursing Practice for Maternal Health Nursing Concepts
• CN302P - Nursing Practice for Child Health Nursing Concepts
• N303 - Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts II

Semester 4: 12 weeks

• N401 - Professional Issues
• CN402 - Consolidated Nursing Practice
• CN403 - Preceptorship

Admission Requirements:

A. Admission Categories

1. Newfoundland and Labrador High School Graduate Applicants

1.1 Applicants Graduating Before 1983

Completion of graduation requirements as set by the Department of Education with a minimum 65% average in Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology, and Language.

1.2 Applicants Graduating After 1983

Completion of graduation requirements as set by the Department of Education with a minimum average of 65% in the following courses:

Language:(1 credit) chosen from 3101, 3103, 4121

AND

Literature:(2 credits) chosen from Thematic Literature 3201 or Literary Heritage 3202

OR

English:(2 credits) chosen from 3201, 3211, 3202, 3212, 3231, 3232, 3281, 3282, 3291, 3292

Mathematics: (2 credits) chosen from:

Advanced: 3201, 3205, 3211, 3215, 3221, 3231, 3271, 3281, 3291, 4225

Academic: 3203, 3200, 3210, 3230, 3270, 3280, 3290, 3204, 3214

Science: One course at the 3000 level chosen from one of the following:

Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, Physics 3204, or Earth Systems 3209

Two credits at the 3000 level in Social Studies

Two elective credits at the 3000 level

Keyboarding/ Word Processing 1101 and Advanced Word Processing/ Desktop Publishing are recommended.

2. Applicants currently enrolled in High School-Level 3

Applicants in their final year of high school with a strong academic record (i.e. normally an overall average of 75 per cent or above) may apply to enroll in the Practical Nursing Program. The applicant must be completing courses that meet the course requirements for admission to the program. Applicants will be required to complete an admission form and submit an official high school transcript as well as a letter from the high school principal or guidance counselor clearly recommending admission to the program. Acceptance in this category is considered conditional, pending receipt and review of final high school transcript (Level 3).

3. Adult Basic Education Applicants

Applicants shall have completed the Adult Basic Education Certificate (Level 3) with the approved combination of thirty-six (36) credits set down by the Department of Education and successfully completed with an overall average of not less than 70 per cent.

4. Applicants for Mature Students Status

An applicant who is 19 years or older who has not met the requirements as above, is eligible to apply.
Applicants are required to submit:

• Proof of age
• Two letters of reference from persons competent to assess the candidate’s ability to proceed with studies
• A letter from the applicant outlining the grounds for requesting special consideration
• Official transcripts of high school marks and marks from post secondary institution

B. General Admission Requirements

All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to interview applicants in any of the admission categories. Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) may be administered if applicant is seeking admission as a Mature Student.

Application Process:

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. The Practical Nursing Program is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2010 to meet the need for Licensed Practical Nurses throughout the Newfoundland and Labrador.  

Applicants to the Program at the College of the North Atlantic will be considered for admission only when all of the following have been provided.

• Completed application form
• Payment of application fee
• Copy of the official birth certificate (Baptismal certificate not acceptable)
• Certified copy of high school transcript from the Department of Education or equivalency certificate
• Certified copy of Level II grades (if presently attending high school)
• Copy of official transcript of any post-secondary courses/programs
• Two references (forms provided)
• Personal Statement
• A personal interview (if requested by the College)
• Successful applicants must provide the following prior to registration:
  • Current certificate for Basic Cardiac Life Support and Standard First Aid.
  • Completed medical certificate.
  • Current Letter of Conduct in good standing.

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