Diploma in Practical Nursing
The overall Practical Nursing program offered at St. Clair College goals and objectives are aligned with the current College Of Nurses Entry to Practice Competencies for the Registered Practical Nurse.
Duration
2 years
Starting Date
September
Tuition Fee
$CAD 23,704
Location
Chatham-Kent, Canada
About the program
The curriculum is comprised of theoretical and clinical experiences utilizing the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) conceptual framework and nursing process. This strong foundation prepares students to practice safely, competently and ethically in situations of health and illness with individuals, families, groups and communities across the lifespan.
Program Highlights
- The Practical Nursing program from St. Clair College is fully accredited by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Small, personal class sizes.
- Hands-on training in a state of the art nursing lab with simulation technology.
- Peer mentorship and tutor support.
- After successful completion of the Practical Nursing diploma program, graduates are eligible to write the Canadian Registered Practical Nurse Examination (CRPNE) which is administered by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
Career Opportunities
There are a wide variety of employment opportunities including hospitals, long-term care facilities, community health care agencies, physician offices and clinics, private homes and in private practice.
Courses Included
- The Practice of Nursing
- Nursing Clinical
- Anatomy, Physiology & Pathophysiology
- Pharmacology & Therapeutics
- Health Assessment