Practical Nursing

Practical Nursing

College diploma
18 months
Application deadlines: October, February, June
Processing time: 30 days
Full-time
Intakes: February, June, October

Program overview

This program is for you if you: - find it rewarding to care for people who are ill, injured or disabled - can combine compassion with professionalism - are interested in healthcare sciences - would enjoy working in a hospital or resident-care setting - have good critical thinking skills - have good computer skills including working knowledge of word processing, email and internet searches

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus

Requirements

Exams:

  • IELTS
- Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent (General Educational Development, Adult Basic Education), or mature student status as defined by the educational institution* - English 12 with a minimum grade of 65% or English First Peoples 12 with a minimum grade of 65% or equivalent or above** - Math 11 Foundations with a minimum grade of 60% or equivalent* - Anatomy and Physiology 12 with a minimum grade of 60% or equivalent* - Completion of Stenberg College Entrance Informational Interview - Successful completion of the Online Computer Skills Entrance Test - Completion of Criminal Record Consent Form under the Criminal Record Review Act

Career opportunities

You’ll be a valued member of a primary health care team, qualified to: - Administer medication to patients and monitor their effectiveness - Assess and monitor patients in various health care settings - Document assessments and report progress - Assist in rehabilitation activities - Perform examinations in consultation with doctors, registered nurses and therapists - Provide nursing care in acute, geriatric and home care settings - Assist clients with activities of daily living

Campus location

Surrey , Canada

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