Bridging to University Nursing for Registered Practical Nurses

Bridging to University Nursing is a two-semester graduate certificate program that will help registered practical nurses (RPNs) bridge to a degree in nursing.

This nursing program’s curriculum is based on the College of Nurses’ of Ontario Standards of Practice for Nursing and Entry to Practice Competencies for Ontario Registered Nurses. It will aim to provide a solid foundation for nursing practice by emphasizing ethics and professional practice, health assessment, skill mastery, and caring for clients with acute and chronic illness.

An exciting and unique aspect of this health program will be its focus on caring for individuals, groups, and communities in acute care, mental health and community settings.

To ensure you’re prepared for the field, this School of Community and Health Studies program will give you opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in clinical settings under the direction, facilitation and guidance of faculty.