Nursing

Program Description

In this program, you will learn from intensive classroom instruction in theoretical and nursing practice. You’ll also gain a solid foundation in human anatomy and physiology, and complementary subjects in general education, as well as a minimum of 1,700 hours of clinical experience.

Your subjects will include nursing theory, the nurse as professional person, nursing practice, professional issues, human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, psychology, and General Education.

Experience in the nursing practice laboratory and in several hospital and community settings is integral to the course of study.

To improve your likelihood of success while studying in BSCN, we recommend limiting employment to less than eight hours per week.

Important Information

Seneca College offers the Nursing program in collaboration with York University. Successfully complete the first two years (four semesters) of this program, and you will be eligible to continue on to York University to complete two additional years leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) Degree. You’ll be required to meet York University admission requirements.

Important Notice

As of January 1, 2005 all new applicants for professional registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario must complete a bachelor’s degree in Nursing.

BScN Language Proficiency

You meet our language proficiency requirements if you have completed:

• four full years of study in Canada in English or French at the secondary school level; or
• four full years at the secondary school level in English in a country where English is a primary language; or
• the equivalent of one full year of a recognized degree program from an accredited institution in English in a country where English is a primary language; or
• two full years of study in an accredited college diploma program in English in a country where English is a primary language.

If you do not meet the above criteria, you must complete an acceptable English language proficiency test and earn an appropriate score. Test results should be sent to ontariocolleges.ca.

• YELT: York Admission Enquiries Service: 416-736-5812
• TOEFL: www.toefl.org
• IELTS: www.ielts.org

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility (Degree Program):

Applicants must have an OSSD including 6 Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses with a minimum of 80% cumulative grade average including:

• Grade 12 English: ENG4(U)
• Grade 12 Mathematics: any Grade 12 (U) Mathematics
• Grade 12 Biology: SBI4(U)
• Grade 12 Chemistry: SCH4(U) OR Grade 12 Physics: SPH4(U)

Mature students (age 21 or older):
must also submit proof of credits in the above subject list. In addition, mature students with post secondary education must meet the following University and College GPA requirements:

• University G.P.A. Requirements:
  Completion of at least four full courses or one year of full-time degree studies at an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 (B/70% or equivalent).
   
• College G.P.A. Requirement:
  Completion of at least two full semesters or one year of full-time studies at an accredited college with a minimum 3.0 (B/70% or equivalent).

Applicant Selection:

• Grades in pre-requisite subjects (or their equivalents) may be used as a basis for the selection of candidates.

Note: Since the number of eligible applicants frequently exceeds the number of places available, every effort is made to ensure the applicants selected are those with the highest likelihood of success.

Practicum Placements:

To be eligible for all practicum placements, students must have a completed the Clinical Preparedness Permit which includes:

• A valid certificate in Basic Rescuer Level Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Health Care Provider.
• A current medical and immunization report.
• A current police record check.
• A record of mask fit testing.

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca’s Learning Centres.

Your Career

Prepare for a career in nursing with Seneca and York University’s joint BScN degree program. As a graduate, you may find rewarding career opportunities in hospital settings, community agencies, medical clinics, industry, and other health care agencies.

Provincial Registration

In order to practice in Ontario as a Registered Nurse, Nursing Program graduates must be successful in the Registration Examination administered by the College of Nurses of Ontario, and must maintain their certificate of competence thereafter. As a result of regulations arising out of the Nursing Act 1991, applicants for registration in Ontario must not have been convicted of:

1. A criminal offence; or
2. An offence under the Narcotic Control Act (Canada) or the Food and Drugs Act (Canada).

Applicants who do not meet this requirement will be reviewed by the College of Nurses of Ontario (C.N.O.) to determine if registration will be granted.

Successful Ontario registrants are eligible for registration throughout Canada (French required in Quebec).

Affiliations and Associations

• Canadian Nurses Association
• College of Nurses of Ontario
• Registered Nurses Association of Ontario

Curriculum

Nursing is the integration of the knowledge and practice of human caring. Nursing knowledge arises out of theory, scientific inquiry and critical reflection. Nursing knowledge and practice inform and shape each other. It is this synergistic effect that enables nurses to understand and significantly contribute to health and healing. Nurses employ theoretical, intuitive, moral and ethical reasoning in their practice. Nurses collaborate with the individual and the Health Care team to promote health and healing.

Students must maintain a cumulative G.P.A of 2.5 (65%).

Contact Us

Information for years three and four of the collaborative program can be found at: http://www.health.yorku.ca.