Clarenville Campus CNA

Practical Nursing

In partnership with the Center for Nursing Studies
Certification level: Diploma
Program Duration: 54 weeks (4 semesters)
Campus Location: Clarenville
Application Deadline: June 12, 2009
Starting Date: September 8, 2009

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

PN002 　

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:

The Practical Nursing Program is scheduled to begin on September 8, 2009 at the Clarenville Campus to meet the need for Licensed Practical Nurses throughout the Eastern region. Application deadlines are Friday, June 12, 2009. The College will work closely with Eastern Health, and the CLPNNL to determine seat allocation and the number of students for each program.

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.

For Additional Information on Program Offering Contact:

Student Services
CNA - Clarenville Campus
Phone: (709) 466-6901
Toll Free: 1-800-563-8533
Fax: (709) 466-2771