Nursing
CAD 36392
| Year | Name | Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Semester | Tution Fee | CAD 9099 | 9099.0 |
| 2nd Semester | Tution Fee | CAD 9057 | 9057.0 |
| 3rd Semester | Tution Fee | CAD 9212 | 9212.0 |
| 4th Semester | Tution Fee | CAD 9024 | 9024.0 |
| Starting Date | Application Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-09-01 00:00:00.000 | 2022-08-15 00:00:00.000 | Active |
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their
eligibility for admission; OR
* Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
* General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
* Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change).
Program Eligibility
* English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
* Mathematics, (Grade 12 MCT4C) or (Grade 11 MCR3U) or equivalent; or (Grade 12 MAP4C with a grade of 80% or higher) or (Grade 11 MCF3M with a grade of 70% or higher).
1. Application along with supporting documents will be processed on TEN Agent portal.
2. Application fee of $95 will be charged from the student and it will be paid by credit card only
3. Student will receive the admission offer either conditional or unconditional on his TEN Agent portal.After accepting the offer Fee invoice will be generated on student account.
4.After getting the fee invoice student can pay the fee and fee receipt can be found on TEN Portal (Ten Agents).
Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
| Code | Course name and Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO5200 |
Anatomy and Physiology I An understanding of human biology is essential to nurses. Learners are introduced to the human body and its functions. Learners build foundational knowledge of anatomy, cells, tissues, and body membranes. This knowledge is applied to the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine systems, and special senses. Through a combination of face-to-face and/or online lectures, exercises, and independent study, students learn differing anatomy and physiology concepts. |
42.0 |
| ENL1813S |
Communications I Communication remains an essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-oriented approach, students focus on meeting the requirements of effective communication. Students practise writing, speaking, reading, listening, locating and documenting information, and using technology to communicate professionally. Students develop and strengthen communication skills that contribute to success in both educational and workplace environments. |
42.0 |
| NSG5110 |
Nursing I Theory Understanding nursing concepts and theories is essential to the provision of optimal nursing care. Learners are introduced to the nursing metaparadigm and theoretical principles of nursing science and apply the nursing process as a framework for delivery of client-centred care. Learners participate in lectures, case studies, online learning and mobile learning activities. Critical thinking is a key component of this course. |
56.0 |
| NSG5112L |
Nursing I Practicum (L) Nurses care for persons across the lifespan promoting healthy living that is person-centered. Learners apply basic therapeutic communication and basic care interventions. Demonstrations, scenarios and hands-on learning activities focus on the skills required to provide basic nursing care. |
42.0 |
| NSG5112P |
Nursing I Practicum (P) Nurses care for persons across the lifespan promoting healthy living that is person-centered. Learners gain practical experience applying knowledge and skills while also developing critical thinking skills required to safely and effectively providing care in the long-term care environment. Learners practice and adapt to a variety of gerontological care needs. Learners are guided by an on-site instructor via a group teaching-learning model. This practicum experience requires travel to an off-campus long-term care environment. |
117.0 |
| NSG5113 |
Healthcare Consumer Person-centered care is imperative in the delivery of quality health care. Learners are introduced to theoretical models that support critical thinking while interacting with the health care consumer, using specific strategies, such as learning-teaching, facilitating and promoting change. Learners apply strategies in the context of nursing through group work, presentations, case studies and lectures. The delivery model includes both classroom and online learning. |
28.0 |
| PSY5609 |
Introduction to Psychology With its applications to behaviour and personality, psychology extends its reach into many aspects of our personal lives. The broad applications of this social science in both an applied and theoretical context are premised on a number of fundamental principles. Students explore research that defines the current boundaries of the discipline and interact with a number of the foundational concepts that resonate throughout daily life and popular culture. Focus is on differing schools of thought in psychology. |
42.0 |
| Code | Course name and Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO5203 |
Anatomy and Physiology II An understanding of human biology is essential to nurses. Lectures build on previous foundational knowledge in human anatomy and physiology. Learners focus on the reproductive, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and lymphatic systems. Integration of all body systems in maintaining normal human functioning are explored. |
42.0 |
| ENL5645 |
Communication Skills for the Practical Nurse Given the variety and complexity of interactions in which nurses regularly engage, their verbal communication skills must be adaptable to numerous situations and contexts. Furthermore, nurses must write legal documents, and this necessitates a high level of competency with regard to research and written communication. Students examine and apply verbal and non-verbal techniques that assist them in managing inter-professional conflict, bullying and the demands of a client centered care environment. In addition, students apply critical thinking skills and the guidelines mandated by the College of Nurses of Ontario in the composition of vocation-specific written assignments. |
42.0 |
| NSG0136M |
Nursing II Practicum (M) Nurses care for persons across the lifespan promoting healthy living that is person-centered. Learners apply health promotion through interviewing, assessing, learning-teaching and providing caring interventions while working with persons and/or families living with complex care needs. Through goal planning, group discussion, and applied assignments, learners practice and adapt to various clinical experiences effectively. Learners are guided with a lab experience and by an on-site instructor via a group teaching-learning model. This practicum experience requires travel to an off-campus location. |
96.0 |
| NSG0155 |
Nursing II Practicum (L) Nurses care for persons across the lifespan promoting healthy living that is person-centered. Learners are introduced to the childbearing family and concepts related to maternity nursing focusing on the care given to the family following birth. Learners implement the nursing process using strategies, such as interviewing, assessing and learning-teaching. Completing pre-lab preparation and participating in group work, simulations and applied learning activities, the learner focuses on maternal-newborn-caring assessments and interventions. |
22.0 |
| NSG5120 |
Nursing II Theory Nursing is a dynamic and challenging profession that involves caring for persons across a continuum of age and diverse environments with varying levels of complexity. Nursing concepts and theories that promote healthy growth and development across the lifespan are explored. Emphasis is placed on person-centered care to promote healthy living. Focus is on growth and development concepts through the lifespan. |
70.0 |
| NSG5123 |
Nursing Research Nursing practice is informed by a variety of evidence. Learners are introduced to the knowledge and skills necessary to support the development of evidence-informed practice. Emphasis is placed on valuing nursing research and evidence-informed practice, ethics of research and locating and critiquing research to inform practice. Learners engage in both classroom and online learning. |
28.0 |
| NSG5125 |
Health Assessment Health assessment is an essential framework to provide holistic assessments of clients across the lifespan. Learners apply a systematic and person-centred approach to health assessment. Emphasis is placed on health promotion concepts. Learners practice and apply theoretical concepts in classroom and laboratory settings. Learners participate in lectures, group work, online learning, simulations and applied learning. |
56.0 |
| Code | Course name and Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NSG0158 |
Pharmacology Pharmacology is an integral part of nursing care and nurses play a critical role in medication management in various settings within the health-care system. Learners examine differing pharmacotherapeutic agents used in the prevention, maintenance and/or treatment of illness. Focus is on pharmacological concepts through the lifespan. Prerequisite(s)BIO5203 and NSG0136L and NSG0136M and NSG5120 and NSG5125 Corequesite(s)NSG5130 or NSG5133L or NSG5133P |
42.0 |
| NSG0159 |
Pathophysiology This course examines the basic concepts of disease processes which affect physiologic and psychosocial health. Learners study concepts pertaining to disease processes affecting all major systems in the body from a nursing perspective. |
28.0 |
| NSG5130 |
Nursing III Theory Health care professionals require an understanding of the needs of persons experiencing acute and chronic illnesses across the lifespan. Building on previous knowledge in the PN program, emphasis is placed on the nursing process, a person-centred approach and holistic care that is evidence-informed. Learners participate in lectures, case studies, and mobile learning activities. |
70.0 |
| NSG5133L |
Nursing III Practicum (L) Caring for persons living with health challenges requires knowledge, skills and critical thinking ability. Through the use of simulation and hands on learning, learners apply knowledge and skills in a simulated learning environment prior to application in the clinical setting. In the lab, learners systematically analyze information, and practise and implement fundamental nursing interventions based on evidence-informed practice. |
42.0 |
| NSG5133P |
Nursing III Practicum (P) Persons being cared for in sub-acute and care facilities rely on nurses to help promote quality of life, as defined by the person. This practicum course provides learners with the opportunity to deliver holistic nursing care activities for patients and families experiencing acute and chronic illness. Learners are assigned to an off-campus health care facility and are responsible for assessing patients and their families, providing care to meet their needs and evaluating and documenting the care provided; all under the guidance and supervision of a clinical instructor. |
154.0 |
| Code | Course name and Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GED0704 |
General Education Elective Visit the general education electives site for details about how to select these courses. |
42.0 |
| Code | Course name and Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NSG5140 |
Nursing IV Theory Nursing is a dynamic and challenging process that involves caring for clients across a continuum of age and diverse environments with varying levels of complexity. Using the nursing process, through discussion of a variety of focused clinical exemplars, learners assess patients, intervene to meet identified needs, and evaluate the care they provide in complex health situations. Through lectures, case studies, and online learning, this course prepares learners for clinical practice. |
36.0 |
| NSG5142L |
Nursing IV Practicum (L) Caring for persons living with health challenges requires knowledge, skills and critical thinking ability. Through the use of simulation and hands on learning, learners apply knowledge and skills in a simulated learning environment prior to application in the clinical setting. In the lab, learners systematically analyze information, and practice and implement fundamental nursing interventions based on evidence-informed practice. |
18.0 |
| NSG5142P |
Nursing IV Practicum (P) Caring for persons living with health challenges requires knowledge, skills and critical thinking ability. This Practicum course provides learners with the opportunity to integrate prior learning in the program to care for acutely ill patients, with a primary focus on the person requiring acute medical/surgical healthcare. Learners are assigned to an off-campus health care facility and are responsible for providing caring assessments, interventions, evaluations and documentation under the guidance of a clinical instructor. |
112.0 |
| NSG5143 |
Current Issues Concepts of professionalism, legal and ethical standards of practice are foundational to nursing. Practice standards and guidelines from the College of Nurses of Ontario are used to enable the learner to gain insight into the professional roles and responsibilities of the practical nurse. Focus is on preparing learners for clinical practice and the College of Nurses of Ontario Jurisprudence Exam. |
27.0 |
| NSG5144A |
Consolidation Clinical (A) Persons living with acute and chronic illness rely on nurses to promote healthy living. Novice nursing students are provided with the opportunity to focus on a clinical area of interest, consolidate prior learning, and develop their knowledge base and nursing practice expertise. Learners are responsible for caring activities, such as assessment, interviewing, nursing interventions and documentation for individuals and/or families in-off-campus settings, such as hospitals, agencies or home-care. In collaboration with a registered nursing preceptor the learner provides care, develops goals, and reflects on practice in order to be able to develop independence with various clinical experiences. An off-site instructor supervises progression in collaboration with the preceptor. |
320.0 |
| SOC5605 |
Principles of Sociology Sociology is the study of human society and social behaviour. Learners explore Canadian perspectives related to sociological concepts, such as the sociological approach, society, culture, socialization, groups, social stratification, social class and social change. Focus is on exploring sociology concepts in the Canadian context. |
36.0 |
Contribute to a healthcare team and support excellence in patient care.
The Practical Nursing Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for work in the healthcare system. You learn the necessary skills and techniques for the workforce. This includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation tools required to provide nursing care to those of all ages. Throughout the program, learning opportunities include theory, lab techniques, applied experiences and independent study.
As a student, you have the opportunity to gain hands-on skills in a variety of healthcare facilities. An added benefit of this program is the Simulation Lab on campus, where you experience realistic patient care scenarios. These help to build confidence in your skills and techniques before working with patients in clinical placements. Placements are in community settings such as retirement homes, long-term care homes, and hospitals.
To practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario, you are required to be licensed by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). This program gives you the necessary knowledge and skills to write the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination in Ontario.
Registered Practical Nurses work in close collaboration with healthcare teams. You may find employment a variety of settings such as:
You may also choose to pursue further studies after graduation.
For more information on the Nursing Profession, please review the Fact Sheet Requisite Skills and Abilities for Nursing Practice in Ontario, available on the CNO website at www.cno.org.
This program is well-suited for students who:
For visa process, refer to this link:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
The VISA Application should be submitted online with Documents mentioned below.
Study Permit – Checklist of Documents.
Note: All documents front and back sheet, (1 Photocopy set (clear) and notarized)
(Experience Letter, Appointment Letter, Bank account Salary Statement (last 3 months), Pay Slips (last 3 months), Job Relieving Letter if resigned (From each employer)
Any document in a language other than English must be accompanied by notary attested English translation.
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