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This is a generic baccalaureate degree program which leads to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and prepares the graduate for Canadian Nurse licensure as a registered nurse (RN).
The curriculum is developed collaboratively with nine other nursing education programs in the Province of British Columbia (Camosun College, Douglas College, Langara College, Kwantlen University-College, North Island College, Selkirk College, Malaspina University-College, Okanagan University-College and University of Victoria).
Collaborative curriculum facilitates for transferability of students among these nursing education programs.
The purpose of the program is to educate nurses to work with individuals, families, groups or communities from a health promotion perspective and an ethic of caring.
The collaborative curriculum is based on a philosophy that reflects a commitment to consider the changing health care needs of our society. Emerging from the philosophy is the metaconcept of caring. Caring is understood as the attitude and activity of nursing and will be considered in every nursing course. Nursing practice experiences have been planned and integrated throughout the program of studies.
The School of Nursing operates September to September. There are two entry points for the class; September and January. The practicum experience months are May and September, followed by a three-month break for vacation, work experience and extra opportunities for course work.
Contact the School of Nursing for scheduling details.
The program consists of courses in nursing, the humanities, and the physical and social sciences as they are applied to the nursing care of individuals and their families. Studies will give students the technical knowledge, human understanding and practical skills to provide responsible and competent client-centered care. Graduates of the program will be prepared to function as team members in non-specialized/specialized acute care, intermediate and/or extended care hospitals, clinics, home care agencies and community health agencies. The program has been granted the maximum seven-year national accreditation from the Canadian Association of University Schools of Nursing in 2000 and RNABC 5 year Approval in 2002.
Experiences in acute care hospital, extended care hospital, intermediate care hospital and other community health agencies and homes occur throughout the program. Other outlying agencies in the region may be used for clinical practice. Practicum courses may also include evening and weekend experiences. Students may be required to travel outside of Kamloops for practicum experiences.
To become a registered nurse, graduates are required to write and pass the Canadian Registered Nurse Examination (CRNE). Students applying for CRNE examination and registration are asked to provide information regarding any convictions for criminal offences (other than minor traffic violations). Candidates with criminal convictions may not be eligible for registration.