RPN Bridge to BScN Program (Postgraduate) (S442)
- Program Name:
RPN Bridge to BScN
- Code:S442
- Credential:
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study:
Full-time
- Duration:
2 semesters
- Centre:
- School:Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
- Location:Waterfront Campus
- Starting Months:September
- Domestic Tuition:
$6,773.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical Placement
- Fall 2023 Delivery:
Semester 1: Hybrid
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
George Brown College's R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. (S442)two-semester bridging program provides registered practical nurses (RPNs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's B.Sc.N degree program offered on-site at George Brown.
Full Description
George Brown College's R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N (S442)bridging program offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's B.Sc.N degree program. To be eligible, RPNs must have graduated from a two-year diploma program in Ontario with a minimum 75% cumulative program average.
Upon successful completion of this two-semester bridging course, students can then apply to enter Trent's nursing degree program delivered on-site at George Brown’s Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences located at our Waterfront Campus。
DELIVERY OF PROGRAM
The RPN Bridge program is offered through a full-time flexible delivery model and is delivered in a hybrid format that includes both in-class and online learning.
The semesters are delivered consecutively with semester 1 starting in September, and semester 2 starting in January.
Your Field Education Options
Clinical placement plays an important role in this R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. program by giving students the opportunity to apply their newly learned skills and to help broaden their professional network. The clinical placement experience will take place in a simulated clinical environment or within a healthcare organization.
Students will be expected to attend their placement each week during semester 2 of the program.
PLEASE NOTE:Some of our clinical or work placement partners may require students to show proof of full vaccination. For program specific requirements,please visit this page for the latest updates on COVID-19。
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply the following skills and competencies to facilitate professional accountability, collaboration, leadership, continuing competence and the practice of nursing:
-
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using interpersonal skills to assume a leadership role on the clinical team
- demonstrate novice-level scholarly writing
- collaborate with the interprofessional team
- integrate information standards, technology and information literacy tools to facilitate both client care and professional self-development
- demonstrate social responsibility and advocacy for individuals, families, groups and communities in various practice situations and settings
2. Examine the basic language and goal of research, and the implication of research findings for nursing practice.
3. Demonstrate holistic, patient/family-centered care across the lifespan and continuum of care in various practice situations and settings.
4. Apply theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving in a variety of increasingly complex health care practice situations.
5. Demonstrate safe, effective, ethical and culturally sensitive nursing care that meets the current College of Nurses’ Professional Standards for Registered Nurses.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 1093 | Becoming an Ethical Practitioner |
| NURS 1095 | Nursing Informatics in the Health-Care Information Age |
| NURS 1096 | Introduction to Nursing Research |
| NURS 1072 | Critical Thinking to Scholarly Writing |
| NURS 1074 | Theoretical Foundations of Nursing |
| NURS 1106 | Health Assessment |
| One University Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 1101 | Pathophysiology & Pharmacology |
| NURS 1084 | Family and Relational Inquiry |
| NURS 1094 | Transition to Clinical Leadership |
| NURS 1102 | Clinical Practice |
| NURS 1103 | Psychology – Adult Development |
| One University Elective |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Students who successfully complete the R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. Bridge program will be eligible to apply to Trent University’s post-bridge nursing degree program delivered on-site at George Brown College's Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences.
注意:这个项目是根据the Trent-George Brown College Agreement. Therefore, request for transfer to the Trent campus cannot be considered.
To be eligible for admission to Trent University’s Post-Bridge BScN Pathway, you must:
- Have met the (S442) Bridge program admission criteria
and
- Have graduated from the approved RPN Bridge to BScN (S442) certificate program with a minimum cumulative program average grade of 75 per cent and not less than 70 per cent grade in any course of the Bridge program for which advanced standing credit is assigned by Trent University.
The Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. pathway at Trent University, leading to an honours degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.), consists of 20 credits. Upon completion of their RPN and approved bridge programs, students will normally have completed and received transfer credits. Students who study full-time will study for five consecutive semesters (19 months), and part-time students will study for eight consecutive semesters.
For details about the Trent Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. program, visitTrent's website。
Graduates of a health sciences program who have an interest in working in long-term care facilities should consider applying to our和长期护理(S417 Interprofessional复杂) postgraduate certificate。
(S417) Program Details:
- two-semester program
- you will learn to co-ordinate and manage an interprofessional health-care team of complex and long-term care professionals
- delivered online and on-demand to accommodate working professionals
- includes a clinical placement component
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall2022。Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
International students: This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses and the selection criteria outlined below:
- Registered practical nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and without practice restrictions.
- 毕业两年的社区大学Practical Nursing (PN) diploma program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative program average of 75 per cent with no failed or repeated courses.
Additional Admission Information
- Submission of all post-secondary transcripts from Canadian and international educational institutions attended is required for academic performance review.
- 申请人与以前的大学或学院学习in fields outside of Practical Nursing must present a minimum combined grade point average (CGPA) of 2.33 (C+) and be considered “In Good Standing” with no failures in core prerequisite subjects in order to be considered. Higher CGPAs/averages may be required subject to competition.
- Applicants applying with international education must present a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ICAS. Where PASS/FAIL grades are the only grades available, a letter from the issuing academic institution must indicate a minimum score for PASS.
- Applicants with PASS/FAIL grades from out-of-province institutions must present a letter from the issuing academic institution to indicate a minimum passing score.
- Applicants who have completed a Practical Nursing Certificate to Diploma upgrading program at a recognized community college in Ontario will be considered on an individual basis.
- 申请人与先前Bachelo护理研究r of Nursing or Bridging program will be considered by the admissions committee on a case-by-case basis regardless of the length of study, or performance in a PN program.
- All applicants offered admission require the approval of the admissions committee, comprised of representatives from Trent University and George Brown College, who will provide a detailed evaluation of core course performance and competencies for transfer of credit evaluation.
- Applicants who have been absent from full-time formal Practical Nursing, Bridging or BScN education for a period of 10 years will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Special Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below:
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
Before commencing the clinical practice course, all students must successfully complete:
- the approved CPR course (required annually): Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS – HCP) Level
- a Standard First Aid Certificate course
学生将不会有资格参加practice area unless they hold current CPR and First Aid certificates.
REQUISITE SKILLS FOR NURSES
Applicants who wish to qualify to become a registered nurse in Ontario should review the requisite skills for nurses listed on theCollege of Nurses of Ontario website。
CLINICAL PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM REQUIREMENTS AND PROGRAM POLICY
- Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet and complete all the mandatory pre-placement requirements for this program. It will take up to 10 to 12 weeks to complete.
- Students will need to process and provide proof of theirmedical records(such as MMR, Varicella, Hep B blood test reports/titres, Tdap shot valid every 10 years and Two Step TB Skin Test), a clearPolice Vulnerable Sector Checkrenewed every year,CPR level HCPrenewed every year, annual flu shot andmask fit testrenewed every two years. These requirements must be submitted by the given deadline toParaMed.
- As a result of the pandemic, clinical placement agencies may have additional requirements in order to be accepted in clinical placement. The Clinical Placement Office will provide students with timely instructions regarding any additional requirements.
- The health policies and non-academic requirements are designed to protect clients and vulnerable populations that students will engage in practice. Students who do not comply with the program’s health policy and non-academic requirements, or who do not submit all required documentation by deadlines established by the program will be excluded from the clinical practicum. Exclusion from clinical practicum for any reason may jeopardize students' academic standing and successful completion of this program.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- To download the mandatory pre-placement health form and for more details, go to thePre-placement website.
POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE RENEWED EVERY YEAR)
- In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have aPolice Vulnerable Sector Checkcompleted, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement.
- The Police Vulnerable Sector Check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered “vulnerable persons” under the law.
- Students are responsible for ensuring that the Police Vulnerable Sector Check covers appropriateness for “individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s).”
- Students are required to keep the original copy of their Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Students who are unable to provide a “clear” Police Vulnerable Sector Check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a “not clear” status will jeopardize their progress in the program.
- Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment.
- The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit thePre-placement website.
Public Health continues to recommend that people working with vulnerable communities be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Clinical agency partners continue to require students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to be approved to complete clinical placements within their facilities. Agencies have the right to decline the placement of students who are not fully vaccinated, and students who are not vaccinated are at risk of not being able to complete their clinical placement course requirements.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply throughOntario Colleges.
Student Success
"My name is Anshumi Joshi and I originally started at George Brown College as a PSW student to get a feel for what nursing could be like. After I finished the PSW program I went on to the Pathway program and then completed the Practical Nursing Program at George Brown College. I’ve been a Practical Nurse for almost 2 years now and during this time completed the Bridge to BScN program, again at George Brown. I’m proud to say that I’ve just entered the Trent University BScN program at the George Brown College site! During this time I had the wonderful opportunity to work as a peer leader with the Student Success Program and more recently as a tutor with Accessibility Services. I hold my journey at George Brown College close to my heart since I have not only always felt incredibly supported by our faculty and student services staff, but I have also made some amazing lifelong nursing friendships. I have been lucky to find people, be it friends or faculty, who are incredibly thoughtful and inspire me with their dedication and work ethic. I will always be grateful for the wonderful experience I’ve had at George Brown College during my time from PSW to BScN student."
“RPN能够broa B.Sc.N桥项目den my scope of practice as I had decided to increase my knowledge after working for 17 years in long-term care. This program prepared me to complete my degree of nursing at Trent University after which I entered graduate school. As a hands-on learner, both the clinical placements and the encouragement from the George Brown faculty were instrumental in boosting my confidence as a clinician."
"I currently work as an RPN with an organization where I completed my practical nursing consolidation. I feel I was able to qualify for the position due to the strong commitment from clinical advisors with whom I had the opportunity to practice my clinical skills. Their oversight helped me feel ready to impress prospective employers with a deeper level of knowledge and added to my confidence in knowledge application. I continue to benefit from my current clinical bridging program placement where I receive regular one-on-one feedback, and the chance to observe other students performing clinical procedures. The instruction and direction provided by the instructors gave me the confidence I needed to perform well in an interview that got me the job!"
Contact Us
Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2367
Email:nursing@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
RPN Bridge to BScN Program (Postgraduate) (S442)
- Program Name:
RPN Bridge to BScN
- Code:S442
- Credential:
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- Method of Study:
Full-time
- Duration:
2 semesters
- Centre:
- School:Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
- Location:Waterfront Campus
- Starting Months:September
- Domestic Tuition:
$6,773.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical Placement
- Spring 2023 Delivery:
Not Available
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. is a two-semester bridging program that provides registered practical nurses (RPNs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program offered on-site at George Brown College.
Full Description
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N is a bridging program that offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program. To be eligible, RPNs must have graduated from a two-year diploma program in Ontario with a minimum 75% cumulative program average.
Upon successful completion of this two-semester bridging course, students can then apply to enter Trent's Nursing degree program delivered on-site at George Brown College’s Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences located at the Waterfront Campus。
DELIVERY OF PROGRAM
The RPN Bridge program is offered through a full-time flexible delivery model and is delivered in a hybrid format that includes both in-class and online learning.
The semesters are delivered consecutively with semester 1 starting in September, and semester 2 starting in January.
Your Field Education Options
Clinical placement plays an important role in this program by giving students the opportunity to apply their newly learned skills in a clinical environment and help to broaden their professional network.
Students will be expected to attend their placement each week during semester 2 for one 12-hour shift.
PLEASE NOTE:Some of our clinical or work placement partners may require students to show proof of full vaccination. For program specific requirements,please visit this page for the latest updates on COVID-19。
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply the following skills and competencies to facilitate professional accountability, collaboration, leadership, continuing competence and the practice of nursing:
-
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using interpersonal skills to assume a leadership role on the clinical team
- demonstrate novice-level scholarly writing
- collaborate with the interprofessional team
- integrate information standards, technology and information literacy tools to facilitate both client care and professional self-development
- demonstrate social responsibility and advocacy for individuals, families, groups and communities in various practice situations and settings
2. Examine the basic language and goal of research, and the implication of research findings for nursing practice.
3. Demonstrate holistic, patient/family-centered care across the lifespan and continuum of care in various practice situations and settings.
4. Apply theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving in a variety of increasingly complex health care practice situations.
5. Demonstrate safe, effective, ethical and culturally sensitive nursing care that meets the current College of Nurses’ Professional Standards for Registered Nurses.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 1093 | Becoming an Ethical Practitioner |
| NURS 1095 | Nursing Informatics in the Health-Care Information Age |
| NURS 1096 | Introduction to Nursing Research |
| NURS 1072 | Critical Thinking to Scholarly Writing |
| NURS 1074 | Theoretical Foundations of Nursing |
| NURS 1106 | Health Assessment |
| One University Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 1101 | Pathophysiology & Pharmacology |
| NURS 1084 | Family and Relational Inquiry |
| NURS 1094 | Transition to Clinical Leadership |
| NURS 1102 | Clinical Practice |
| NURS 1103 | Psychology – Adult Development |
| One University Elective |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Graduates of a health sciences program who have an interest in working in long-term care facilities should consider applying to ourInterprofessional Complex and Long-Term Care postgraduate certificate。这学期计划将教你作dinate and manage an interprofessional healthcare team of complex and long-term care professionals. The courses are delivered online and on-demand to accommodate working professionals. This program includes a clinical field placement component.
Students who successfully complete the (S442) Bridge program will be eligible to apply to Trent University’s post-bridge nursing degree program delivered on-site at George Brown College's Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences.
注意:这个项目是根据the Trent-George Brown College Agreement. Therefore, request for transfer to the Trent campus cannot be considered.
To be eligible for admission to Trent University’s Post-Bridge BScN Pathway, you must:
- Have met the (S442) Bridge program admission criteria
and
- Have graduated from the approved RPN Bridge to BScN (S442) certificate program with a minimum cumulative program average grade of 75 per cent and not less than 70 per cent grade in any course of the Bridge program for which advanced standing credit is assigned by Trent University.
The Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. pathway at Trent University, leading to an honours degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.), consists of 20 credits. Upon completion of their RPN and approved bridge programs, students will normally have completed and received transfer credits. Students who study full-time will study for five consecutive semesters (19 months), and part-time students will study for eight consecutive semesters.
For details about the Trent Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. program, visit:
https://www.trentu.ca/nursing/programs/undergraduate/post-bridge-pn-bscn-pathway
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall2021。Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.
International students: This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses and the selection criteria outlined below:
- Registered practical nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and without practice restrictions.
- 毕业两年的社区大学Practical Nursing (PN) diploma program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative program average of 75 per cent with no failed or repeated courses.
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results. Details about the online assessment including registration can be found attakecasper.com.We encourage all applicants who meet the academic requirements for the program to sit for the assessment as early as possible as offers are issued to competitive students on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit theCASPer®site to book your assessment. (*Please note that additional fees apply.) Test dates are listed below.
Additional Admission Information
- Submission of all post-secondary transcripts from Canadian and international educational institutions attended is required for academic performance review.
- 申请人与以前的大学或学院学习in fields outside of Practical Nursing must present a minimum combined grade point average (CGPA) of 2.33 (C+) and be considered “In Good Standing” with no failures in core prerequisite subjects in order to be considered. Higher CGPAs/averages may be required subject to competition.
- Applicants applying with international education must present a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ICAS. Where PASS/FAIL grades are the only grades available, a letter from the issuing academic institution must indicate a minimum score for PASS.
- Applicants with PASS/FAIL grades from out-of-province institutions must present a letter from the issuing academic institution to indicate a minimum passing score.
- Applicants who have completed a Practical Nursing Certificate to Diploma upgrading program at a recognized community college in Ontario will be considered on an individual basis.
- 申请人与先前Bachelo护理研究r of Nursing or Bridging program will be considered by the admissions committee on a case-by-case basis regardless of the length of study, or performance in a PN program.
- All applicants offered admission require the approval of the admissions committee, comprised of representatives from Trent University and George Brown College, who will provide a detailed evaluation of core course performance and competencies for transfer of credit evaluation.
- Applicants who have been absent from full-time formal Practical Nursing, Bridging or BScN education for a period of 10 years will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Special Requirements
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
Before commencing the clinical practice course, all students must successfully complete:
- the approved CPR course (required annually): Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS – HCP) Level
- a Standard First Aid Certificate course
学生将不会有资格参加practice area unless they hold current CPR and First Aid certificates.
REQUISITE SKILLS FOR NURSES
Applicants who wish to qualify to become a registered nurse in Ontario should review the requisite skills for nurses listed on theCollege of Nurses of Ontario website。
CLINICAL PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM REQUIREMENTS AND PROGRAM POLICY
- Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet and complete all the mandatory pre-placement requirements for this program. It will take up to 10 to 12 weeks to complete.
- Students will need to process and provide proof of theirmedical records(such as MMR, Varicella, Hep B blood test reports/titres, Tdap shot valid every 10 years and Two Step TB Skin Test), a clear阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkrenewed every year,CPR level HCPrenewed every year, annual flu shot andmask fit testrenewed every two years. These requirements must be submitted by the given deadline toParaMed.
- As a result of the pandemic, clinical placement agencies may have additional requirements in order to be accepted in clinical placement. The Clinical Placement Office will provide students with timely instructions regarding any additional requirements.
- The health policies and non-academic requirements are designed to protect clients and vulnerable populations that students will engage in practice. Students who do not comply with the program’s health policy and non-academic requirements, or who do not submit all required documentation by deadlines established by the program will be excluded from the clinical practicum. Exclusion from clinical practicum for any reason may jeopardize students' academic standing and successful completion of this program.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- To download the mandatory pre-placement health form and for more details, go to thePre-placement website
POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE RENEWED EVERY YEAR)
- In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkcompleted, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement.
- The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered “vulnerable persons” under the law.
- Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for “individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s).”
- Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check.
- Students who are unable to provide a “clear” police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a “not clear” status will jeopardize their progress in the program.
- Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment.
- The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit thePre-placement website
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply throughOntario Colleges.
Student Success
"My name is Anshumi Joshi and I originally started at George Brown College as a PSW student to get a feel for what nursing could be like. After I finished the PSW program I went on to the Pathway program and then completed the Practical Nursing Program at George Brown College. I’ve been a Practical Nurse for almost 2 years now and during this time completed the Bridge to BScN program, again at George Brown. I’m proud to say that I’ve just entered the Trent University BScN program at the George Brown College site! During this time I had the wonderful opportunity to work as a peer leader with the Student Success Program and more recently as a tutor with Accessibility Services. I hold my journey at George Brown College close to my heart since I have not only always felt incredibly supported by our faculty and student services staff, but I have also made some amazing lifelong nursing friendships. I have been lucky to find people, be it friends or faculty, who are incredibly thoughtful and inspire me with their dedication and work ethic. I will always be grateful for the wonderful experience I’ve had at George Brown College during my time from PSW to BScN student."
“RPN能够broa B.Sc.N桥项目den my scope of practice as I had decided to increase my knowledge after working for 17 years in long-term care. This program prepared me to complete my degree of nursing at Trent University after which I entered graduate school. As a hands-on learner, both the clinical placements and the encouragement from the George Brown faculty were instrumental in boosting my confidence as a clinician."
"I currently work as an RPN with an organization where I completed my practical nursing consolidation. I feel I was able to qualify for the position due to the strong commitment from clinical advisors with whom I had the opportunity to practice my clinical skills. Their oversight helped me feel ready to impress prospective employers with a deeper level of knowledge and added to my confidence in knowledge application. I continue to benefit from my current clinical bridging program placement where I receive regular one-on-one feedback, and the chance to observe other students performing clinical procedures. The instruction and direction provided by the instructors gave me the confidence I needed to perform well in an interview that got me the job!"
Contact Us
Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2367
Email:nursing@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
RPN Bridge to BScN Program (Postgraduate) (S122)
- Program Name:
RPN Bridge to BScN
- Code:S122
- Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
- Method of Study:
Full-time
- Duration:
2 semesters
- Centre:
- School:Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
- Location:Waterfront Campus
- Starting Months:September
- Domestic Tuition:
$6,661.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical Placement
- Spring 2022 Delivery:
Not Running
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. is a two-semester bridging program that provides Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program offered onsite at George Brown College.
Full Description
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N is a bridging program that offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program. To be eligible, RPNs must have graduated from a two-year diploma program in Ontario with a minimum 75% cumulative program average.
Upon successful completion of this two-semester bridging course, students can then apply to enter Trent's Nursing degree program delivered on-site at George Brown College’s Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences located at theWaterfront Campus。
DELIVERY OF PROGRAM
The RPN Bridge program is offered through a full-time flexible delivery model. It is delivered in a hybrid format that includes both in-class and online learning.
The semesters are delivered consecutively with Semester 1 starting in September and Semester 2 starting in January.
PLEASE NOTE:Some of our clinical or work placement partners may require students to show proof of full vaccination. As such, students who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 may not be able to complete the required field placement component of their program in the regularly scheduled time frame.Please visit this page for the latest updates on COVID-19.
Your Field Education Options
Clinical placement plays an important role in this program by giving students the opportunity to apply their newly learned skills in a clinical environment and help to broaden their professional network. Students will be expected to attend their placement each week during Semester 2 for one 12-hour shift.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply the following skills and competencies to facilitate professional accountability, collaboration, leadership, continuing competence and the practice of nursing:
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using interpersonal skills to assume a leadership role on the clinical team
- demonstrate novice-level scholarly writing
- collaborate with the Interprofessional team
- integrate information standards, technology and information literacy tools to facilitate both client care and professional self-development
- demonstrate social responsibility and advocacy for individuals, families, groups and communities in various practice situations and settings
- Examine the basic language and goal of research, and the implication of research findings for nursing practice.
- Demonstrate holistic, patient/family-centred care across the lifespan and continuum of care in various practice situations and settings.
- Apply theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving in a variety of increasingly complex health care practice situations.
- Demonstrate safe, effective, ethical and culturally sensitive nursing care that meets the current College of Nurses’ Professional Standards for Registered Nurses.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 1093 | Becoming an Ethical Practitioner |
| NURS 1095 | Nursing Informatics in the Health Care Information Age |
| NURS 1096 | Introduction to Nursing Research |
| NURS 1072 | Critical Thinking to Scholarly Writing |
| NURS 1074 | Theoretical Foundations of Nursing |
| NURS 1106 | Health Assessment |
| One University Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS 1101 | Pathophysiology & Pharmacology |
| NURS 1084 | Family and Relational Inquiry |
| NURS 1094 | Transition to Clinical Leadership |
| NURS 1102 | Clinical Practice |
| NURS 1103 | Psychology - Adult Development |
| One University Elective |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Students who successfully complete the (S122) Bridge program will be eligible to apply to Trent University’s post-bridge nursing degree program delivered on-site at George Brown College's Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences.
注意:这个项目是根据the Trent-George Brown College Agreement. Therefore, request for transfer to the Trent campus cannot be considered.
To be eligible for admission to Trent University’s Post-Bridge BScN Pathway, you must:
1. Have met the (S122) Bridge program admission criteria
and
2. Have graduated from the approved RPN Bridge to BScN (S122) certificate program with a minimum cumulative program average grade of 75% and not less than 70% grade in any course of the Bridge program for which advanced standing credit is assigned by Trent University.
The Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. pathway at Trent University, leading to an Honours degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.), consists of 20 credits. Upon completion of their RPN and approved bridge programs, students will normally have completed and received transfer credits. Students who study full-time will study for five consecutive semesters (19 months), and part-time students will study for eight consecutive semesters.
For details about the Trent Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. program, visit:
https://www.trentu.ca/nursing/programs/undergraduate/post-bridge-pn-bscn-pathway
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall2020。Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2021 and at later dates.
International students: This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses and the selection criteria outlined below:
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and without practice restrictions.
- 毕业两年的社区大学Practical Nursing (PN) diploma program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative program average of 75% with no failed or repeated courses.
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results. Details about the online assessment including registration can be found attakecasper.com.Test dates are announced on theCASPerwebsite.
Additional Admission Information
- Submission of all post-secondary transcripts from Canadian and international educational institutions attended is required for academic performance review.
- 申请人与以前的大学或学院学习in fields outside of Practical Nursing must present a minimum combined grade point average (CGPA) of 2.33 (C+) and be considered “In Good Standing” with no failures in core prerequisite subjects in order to be considered. Higher CGPAs/averages may be required subject to competition.
- Applicants applying with international education must present a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ICAS. Where PASS/FAIL grades are the only grades available, a letter from the issuing academic institution must indicate a minimum score for PASS.
- Applicants with PASS/FAIL grades from out-of-province institutions must present a letter from the issuing academic institution to indicate a minimum passing score.
- Applicants who have completed a Practical Nursing Certificate to Diploma upgrading program at a recognized community college in Ontario will be considered on an individual basis.
- 申请人与先前Bachelo护理研究r of Nursing or Bridging program will be considered by the admissions committee on a case-by-case basis regardless of the length of study, or performance in a PN program.
- All applicants offered admission require the approval of the admissions committee, comprised of representatives from Trent University and George Brown College, who will provide a detailed evaluation of core course performance and competencies for transfer of credit evaluation.
- Applicants who have been absent from full-time formal Practical Nursing, Bridging or BScN education for a period of 10 years will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Special Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below:
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results.
- Details about the online assessment including registration can be found attakecasper.com.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
Before commencing the clinical practice course, all students must successfully complete:
- the approved CPR course (required annually): Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS – HCP) Level
- a Standard First Aid Certificate course
学生将不会有资格参加practice area unless they hold current CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requisite Skills for Nurses
Applicants who wish to qualify to become a registered nurse in Ontario should review the requisite skills for nurses listed on theCollege of Nurses of Ontario website。
Clinical Pre-placement health form requirements and program policy
- Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet and complete all the mandatory pre-placement requirements for this program. It will take up to 10 to 12 weeks to complete.
- Students will need to process and provide proof of theirmedical records(such as MMR, Varicella, Hep B blood test reports/titres, Tdap shot valid every 10 years and Two Step TB Skin Test), a clear阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkrenewed every year,CPR level HCPrenewed every year, annual flu shot andmask fit testrenewed every two years. These requirements must be submitted by the given deadline toParaMed.
- As a result of the pandemic, clinical placement agencies may have additional requirements in order to be accepted in clinical placement. The Clinical Placement Office will provide students with timely instructions regarding any additional requirements.
- The health policies and non-academic requirements are designed to protect clients and vulnerable populations that students will engage in practice. Students who do not comply with the program’s health policy and non-academic requirements, or who do not submit all required documentation by deadlines established by the program will be excluded from the clinical practicum. Exclusion from clinical practicum for any reason may jeopardize students' academic standing and successful completion of this program.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- To download the mandatory pre-placement health form and for more details, go to thepre-placement website
Police Vulnerable Sector Check (must be renewed every year)
- In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkcompleted, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement.
- The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered “vulnerable persons” under the law.
- Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for “individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s).”
- Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check.
- Students who are unable to provide a “clear” police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a “not clear” status will jeopardize their progress in the program.
- Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment.
- The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit thepre-placement website
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply throughOntario Colleges.
Student Success
"My name is Anshumi Joshi and I originally started at George Brown College as a PSW student to get a feel for what nursing could be like. After I finished the PSW program I went on to the Pathway program and then completed the Practical Nursing Program at George Brown College. I’ve been a Practical Nurse for almost 2 years now and during this time completed the Bridge to BScN program, again at George Brown. I’m proud to say that I’ve just entered the Trent University BScN program at the George Brown College site! During this time I had the wonderful opportunity to work as a peer leader with the Student Success Program and more recently as a tutor with Accessibility Services. I hold my journey at George Brown College close to my heart since I have not only always felt incredibly supported by our faculty and student services staff, but I have also made some amazing lifelong nursing friendships. I have been lucky to find people, be it friends or faculty, who are incredibly thoughtful and inspire me with their dedication and work ethic. I will always be grateful for the wonderful experience I’ve had at George Brown College during my time from PSW to BScN student."
“RPN能够broa B.Sc.N桥项目den my scope of practice as I had decided to increase my knowledge after working for 17 years in long-term care. This program prepared me to complete my degree of nursing at Trent University after which I entered graduate school. As a hands-on learner, both the clinical placements and the encouragement from the George Brown faculty were instrumental in boosting my confidence as a clinician."
"I currently work as an RPN with an organization where I completed my practical nursing consolidation. I feel I was able to qualify for the position due to the strong commitment from clinical advisors with whom I had the opportunity to practice my clinical skills. Their oversight helped me feel ready to impress prospective employers with a deeper level of knowledge and added to my confidence in knowledge application. I continue to benefit from my current clinical bridging program placement where I receive regular one-on-one feedback, and the chance to observe other students performing clinical procedures. The instruction and direction provided by the instructors gave me the confidence I needed to perform well in an interview that got me the job!"
Contact Us
Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2367
Email:nursing@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
RPN Bridge to BScN Program (Postgraduate) (S122)
- Program Name:
RPN Bridge to BScN
- Code:S122
- Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
- Method of Study:
Full-time
- Duration:
2 semesters
- Centre:
- School:Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
- Location:Waterfront Campus
- Starting Months:September
- Domestic Tuition:
$6,278.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical Placement
- Fall 2020 Delivery Method:
Online (on-campus activities will resume as soon as it is safe to do so)
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. is a two-semester bridging program that provides Registered Practical Nurses (who have graduated from a two-year diploma program in Ontario) with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program offered onsite at George Brown College.
Full Description
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the planned delivery of this course starting in September 2020 will be online.
PLEASE NOTE:In response to this evolving situation, the delivery, learning activities and evaluation methods may be further modified mid-semester.
Learners will require access to high-speed internet, a computer with a built-in or external web camera, a microphone and Google Chrome or Firefox as a web browser for online learning.
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N is a bridging program that offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program. Upon successful completion of this two-semester bridging course, students apply to enter Trent's Nursing degree program that is offered onsite at the state-of-the-art Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences located at theWaterfront Campus。
DELIVERY OF PROGRAM
The RPN Bridge program is offered through a full-time flexible delivery model. It is delivered in a hybrid format that includes both in-class and online learning.
The semesters are delivered consecutively with Semester 1 starting in September and Semester 2 starting in January.
Your Field Education Options
Clinical placement plays an important role in this program by giving students the opportunity to apply their newly learned skills in a clinical environment and help to broaden their professional network.
Once placements have been confirmed (toward the end of Semester 1), students will use an online tool, Site Selector, to choose their placement site and day of the week. Students will be expected to attend their placement each week during this semester for one 12-hour shift.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply the following skills and competencies to facilitate professional accountability, collaboration, leadership, continuing competence and the practice of nursing:
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using interpersonal skills to assume a leadership role on the clinical team;
- demonstrate novice-level scholarly writing;
- collaborate with the Interprofessional team;
- integrate information standards, technology, and information literacy tools to facilitate both client care and professional self-development; and
- demonstrate social responsibility and advocacy for individuals, families, groups and communities in various practice situations and settings
- Examine the basic language and goal of research, and the implication of research findings for nursing practice.
- Demonstrate holistic, patient/family-centred care across the lifespan and continuum of care in various practice situations and settings.
- Apply theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving in a variety of increasingly complex health care practice situations.
- Demonstrate safe, effective, ethical and culturally sensitive nursing care that meets the current College of Nurses’ Professional Standards for Registered Nurses.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS1093 | Becoming an Ethical Practitioner (7 weeks) |
| NURS1094 | Transition to Clinical Leadership (7 weeks) |
| NURS1095 | Nursing Informatics in the Health Care Information Age (7 weeks) |
| NURS1096 | Introduction to Nursing Research (7 weeks) |
| NURS1072 | Critical Thinking to Scholarly Writing (online) |
| NURS1074 | Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (online) |
| NURS1106 | Health Assessment (hybrid) |
| One University Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS1101 | Pathophysiology & Pharmacology (hybrid) |
| NURS1084 | Family and Relational Inquiry |
| NURS1102 | Clinical Practice |
| NURS1103 | Psychology - Adult Development |
| One University Elective |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Students who successfully complete the S122 bridging program will be eligible to apply to a (post-bridge) nursing degree program delivered by Trent University at George Brown College's Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences, located at the Waterfront Campus.注意:这个项目是根据the Trent-George Brown College Agreement. Therefore, request for transfer to the Trent campus will not be considered.
To be eligible for admission to the S122 program, you must:
1. Be a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing without practice limitations with the College of Nurses of Ontario
and
2. Have graduated from a two-year community college PN program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative average of 75% and not less than 70% in any element of the PN program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent.
Note: Candidates who do not meet criterion #2 (for example, those who graduated from a one-year community college program and subsequently upgraded to a diploma) may be considered on a case-by-case basis, at the discretion of the Admissions Sub-Committee.
To be eligible for admission to the Post-Bridge BScN Pathway (Trent University), you must:
1. Have met the above criteria for admission to the bridging program (S122- see above)
and
2. Have graduated from the approved RPN Bridge program with a minimum cumulative average grade of 75% and not less than 70% grade in any element of the Bridging program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent University.
The Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. pathway at Trent University, leading to an Honours degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.), consists of 20 credits with at least 12 credits in NURS. Upon completion of their RPN and approved bridge programs, students will normally have completed and received transfer credit for BIOL 1050H, 1051H, BIOL-CHEM 1550H, NURS 1000H, 1001H, 1002H, 1020H, 2001H, 2021H, 2550H, 3021H, PSYC 1020H, 1030H, 2.0 elective credits at 1000-level and 0.5 credit elective at 2000-level. The Trent program must include:
Trent BScN Program Delivered at the GBC Campus
Year 1 (including Fall Term and Winter Sessions)
Semester 1
NURS2000H Health Promotion and Population Health
NURS2020H Community Based Practice
NURS2003H Nursing Therapeutics and Disease
NURS2031 Quantitative Research for Health Care Professionals
Electives Credit (2000 Level or higher)
Semester 2
NUS3005H Role Transition RPN to RN
NURS3031H Qualitative Research for Health Care Providers
NURS3001H Living with Chronic Disease
NURS3004H Nurse as a Leader and Advocate
NURS-Biol3550H Pharmacology Health Science
Semester 3
NURS 3000H Experience Acute Illness
NURS3020H Clinical Practice Focused on Acute Care
ELECTIVE: NURS-BIOL 3560, or PHIL2390H, or PSY3560H or PSYC3560H or PSYC3750H or Soci-WMST2450H
Year 2
Semester 4
NURS4020C Independent Nursing Practice
Advanced Topic Groups 1 or 2
ELECTIVE Credit (3000 Level or higher)
Semester 5
NURS4021 or NURS 4022C Independent Nursing Practice
Advanced Topic Group 1 or 2 (alternate to Semester 4)
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall2019。Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2020 and at later dates.
International students: This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Financial Assistance
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below:
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results.
- Details about the online assessment including registration can be found attakecasper.com.Canadian Nursing School applicanttest dates are to be announced per dates established by Trent University。
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and without practice restrictions.
- 毕业两年的社区大学Practical Nursing (PN) diploma program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative average of 75% and grades of not less than 70 (B–) in any element of the PN program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent University. (Please note: an academic review will only take place after CASPer test results have been received by George Brown College)
- Submission of all post-secondary transcripts from Canadian and international educational institutions attended is required for academic performance review.
- 申请人与以前的大学或学院学习in fields outside of Practical Nursing must present a minimum combined grade point average (CGPA) of 2.33 (C+) and be considered “In Good Standing” with no failures in core prerequisite subjects in order to be considered. Higher CGPAs/averages may be required subject to competition.
- Applicants applying with international education must present a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ICAS. Where PASS/FAIL grades are the only grades available, a letter from the issuing academic institution must indicate a minimum score for PASS.
- Applicants with PASS/FAIL grades from out-of-province institutions must present a letter from the issuing academic institution to indicate a minimum passing score.
- Applicants who have completed a Practical Nursing Certificate to Diploma upgrading program at a recognized community college in Ontario will be considered on an individual basis.
- 申请人与先前Bachelo护理研究r of Nursing or Bridging program will be considered by the Admissions Committee on a case by case basis regardless of the length of study, or performance in a PN program.
- The Admissions Committee reserves the right to give priority to applicants who meet all course and grade requirements on their first attempt.
- All applicants offered admission require the approval of the Admissions Committee, comprised of representatives from Trent University and George Brown College, who will provide a detailed evaluation of core course performance and competencies for transfer of credit evaluation.
- Applicants who have been absent from full-time formal Practical Nursing, Bridging, or BScN education for a period of 10 years will be considered on a case by case basis.
This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Apply to
Domestic students should apply throughOntario Colleges
Special Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below:
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results.
- Details about the online assessment including registration can be found attakecasper.com.Canadian Nursing School applicant test date: Final test date for this program is May 4, 2020 5pm
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
Before commencing the clinical practice course, all students must successfully complete:
- the approved CPR course (required annually): Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS – HCP) Level
- a Standard First Aid Certificate course
学生将不会有资格参加practice area unless they hold current CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requisite Skills for Nurses
Applicants who wish to qualify to become a registered nurse in Ontario should review the requisite skills for nurses listed on theCollege of Nurses of Ontario website。
Clinical Pre-placement health form requirements and program policy
- Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet and complete all the mandatory pre-placement requirements for this program. It will take up to 10 to 12 weeks to complete.
- Students will need to process and provide proof of theirmedical records(such as MMR, Varicella, Hep B blood test reports/titres, Tdap shot valid every 10 years and Two Step TB Skin Test), a clear阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkrenewed every year,CPR level HCPrenewed every year, annual flu shot andmask fit testrenewed every two years. These requirements must be submitted by the given deadline toParaMed.
- The health policies and non-academic requirements are designed to protect clients and vulnerable populations that students will engage in practice. Students who do not comply with the program’s health policy and non-academic requirements, or who do not submit all required documentation by deadlines established by the program will be excluded from the clinical practicum. Exclusion from clinical practicum for any reason may jeopardize students' academic standing and successful completion of this program.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- To download the mandatory pre-placement health form and for more details, go to the Pre-placement website atgeorgebrown.ca/preplacement/nursing/
Police Vulnerable Sector Check (must be renewed every year)
- In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkcompleted, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement.
- The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered “vulnerable persons” under the law.
- Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for “individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s).”
- Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check.
- Students who are unable to provide a “clear” police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a “not clear” status will jeopardize their progress in the program.
- Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment.
- The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Pre-placement website atgeorgebrown.ca/preplacement/record_check/
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply throughOntario Colleges
Student Success
"My name is Anshumi Joshi and I originally started at George Brown College as a PSW student to get a feel for what nursing could be like. After I finished the PSW program I went on to the Pathway program and then completed the Practical Nursing Program at George Brown College. I’ve been a Practical Nurse for almost 2 years now and during this time completed the Bridge to BScN program, again at George Brown. I’m proud to say that I’ve just entered the Trent University BScN program at the George Brown College site! During this time I had the wonderful opportunity to work as a peer leader with the Student Success Program and more recently as a tutor with Accessibility Services. I hold my journey at George Brown College close to my heart since I have not only always felt incredibly supported by our faculty and student services staff, but I have also made some amazing lifelong nursing friendships. I have been lucky to find people, be it friends or faculty, who are incredibly thoughtful and inspire me with their dedication and work ethic. I will always be grateful for the wonderful experience I’ve had at George Brown College during my time from PSW to BScN student."
“RPN能够broa B.Sc.N桥项目den my scope of practice as I had decided to increase my knowledge after working for 17 years in long-term care. This program prepared me to complete my degree of nursing at Trent University after which I entered graduate school. As a hands-on learner, both the clinical placements and the encouragement from the George Brown faculty were instrumental in boosting my confidence as a clinician."
"I currently work as an RPN with an organization where I completed my practical nursing consolidation. I feel I was able to qualify for the position due to the strong commitment from clinical advisors with whom I had the opportunity to practice my clinical skills. Their oversight helped me feel ready to impress prospective employers with a deeper level of knowledge and added to my confidence in knowledge application. I continue to benefit from my current clinical bridging program placement where I receive regular one-on-one feedback, and the chance to observe other students performing clinical procedures. The instruction and direction provided by the instructors gave me the confidence I needed to perform well in an interview that got me the job!"
Contact Us
Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2367
Email:nursing@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.
RPN Bridge to BScN Program (Postgraduate) (S122)
- Program Name:
RPN Bridge to BScN
- Code:S122
- Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
- Method of Study:
Full-time
- Duration:
2 semesters
- Centre:
- School:Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
- Location:Waterfront Campus
- Starting Months:September
- Domestic Tuition:
$6,907.00 *
- Experiential Learning:
Clinical Placement
Compare up to 3 programs
Overview
Program Overview
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. is a two-semester bridging program that provides Registered Practical Nurses (who have graduated from a two-year diploma program in Ontario) with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program offered on-site at George Brown College.
Full Description
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N is a bridging program that offers Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program. Upon successful completion of this two-semester bridging course, students apply to enter Trent's Nursing degree program that is offered on-site at the state-of-the-art Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences located at theWaterfront Campus。
DELIVERY OF PROGRAM
The RPN Bridge program is offered through a full-time flexible delivery model. It is delivered in a hybrid format that includes both in-class and online learning.
The semesters are delivered consecutively with Semester 1 starting in September and Semester 2 starting in January.
Your Field Education Options
Clinical placement plays an important role in this program by giving students the opportunity to apply their newly learned skills in a clinical environment and help to broaden their professional network.
Once placements have been confirmed (toward the end of Semester 1), students will use an online tool, Site Selector, to choose their placement site and day of the week. Students will be expected to attend their placement each week during this semester for one 12-hour shift.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply the following skills and competencies to facilitate professional accountability, collaboration, leadership, continuing competence and the practice of nursing:
- communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using interpersonal skills to assume a leadership role on the clinical team;
- demonstrate novice-level scholarly writing;
- collaborate with the Interprofessional team;
- integrate information standards, technology, and information literacy tools to facilitate both client care and professional self-development; and
- demonstrate social responsibility and advocacy for individuals, families, groups and communities in various practice situations and settings
- Examine the basic language and goal of research, and the implication of research findings for nursing practice.
- Demonstrate holistic, patient/family-centred care across the lifespan and continuum of care in various practice situations and settings.
- Apply theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving in a variety of increasingly complex health care practice situations.
- Demonstrate safe, effective, ethical and culturally sensitive nursing care that meets the current College of Nurses’ Professional Standards for Registered Nurses.
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS1093 | Becoming an Ethical Practitioner (7 weeks) |
| NURS1094 | Transition to Clinical Leadership (7 weeks) |
| NURS1095 | Nursing Informatics in the Health Care Information Age (7 weeks) |
| NURS1096 | Introduction to Nursing Research (7 weeks) |
| NURS1072 | Critical Thinking to Scholarly Writing (online) |
| NURS1074 | Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (online) |
| NURS1106 | Health Assessment (hybrid) |
| One University Elective |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course name |
|---|---|
| NURS1101 | Pathophysiology & Pharmacology (hybrid) |
| NURS1084 | Family and Relational Inquiry |
| NURS1102 | Clinical Practice |
| NURS1103 | Psychology - Adult Development |
| One University Elective |
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Students who successfully complete the S122 bridging program will be eligible to apply to a (post-bridge) nursing degree program delivered by Trent University at George Brown College's Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences, located at the Waterfront Campus.注意:这个项目是根据the Trent-George Brown College Agreement. Therefore, request for transfer to the Trent campus will not be considered.
To be eligible for admission to the S122 program, you must:
1. Be a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing without practice limitations with the College of Nurses of Ontario
and
2. Have graduated from a two-year community college PN program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative average of 75% and not less than 70% in any element of the PN program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent.
Note: Candidates who do not meet criterion #2 (for example, those who graduated from a one-year community college program and subsequently upgraded to a diploma) may be considered on a case-by-case basis, at the discretion of the Admissions Sub-Committee.
To be eligible for admission to the Post-Bridge BScN Pathway (Trent University), you must:
1. Have met the above criteria for admission to the bridging program (S122- see above)
and
2. Have graduated from the approved RPN Bridge program with a minimum cumulative average grade of 75% and not less than 70% grade in any element of the Bridging program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent University.
The Post-Bridge B.Sc.N. pathway at Trent University, leading to an Honours degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.), consists of 20 credits with at least 12 credits in NURS. Upon completion of their RPN and approved bridge programs, students will normally have completed and received transfer credit for BIOL 1050H, 1051H, BIOL-CHEM 1550H, NURS 1000H, 1001H, 1002H, 1020H, 2001H, 2021H, 2550H, 3021H, PSYC 1020H, 1030H, 2.0 elective credits at 1000-level and 0.5 credit elective at 2000-level. The Trent program must include:
Trent BScN Program Delivered at the GBC Campus
Year 1 (including Fall Term and Winter Sessions)
Semester 1
NURS2000H Health Promotion and Population Health
NURS2020H Community Based Practice
NURS2003H Nursing Therapeutics and Disease
NURS2031 Quantitative Research for Health Care Professionals
Electives Credit (2000 Level or higher)
Semester 2
NUS3005H Role Transition RPN to RN
NURS3031H Qualitative Research for Health Care Providers
NURS3001H Living with Chronic Disease
NURS3004H Nurse as a Leader and Advocate
NURS-Biol3550H Pharmacology Health Science
Semester 3
NURS 3000H Experience Acute Illness
NURS3020H Clinical Practice Focused on Acute Care
ELECTIVE: NURS-BIOL 3560, or PHIL2390H, or PSY3560H or PSYC3560H or PSYC3750H or Soci-WMST2450H
Year 2
Semester 4
NURS4020C Independent Nursing Practice
Advanced Topic Groups 1 or 2
ELECTIVE Credit (3000 Level or higher)
Semester 5
NURS4021 or NURS 4022C Independent Nursing Practice
Advanced Topic Group 1 or 2 (alternate to Semester 4)
Tuition and Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall2018。Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2019 and at later dates.
International students: This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
How to Qualify and Apply
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below:
- *NEW REQUIREMENT* CASPer Test. Details about the online test including registration can be found attakecasper.com.Canadian Nursing School applicanttest dates are to be announced per dates established by Trent University。
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and without practice restrictions.
- 毕业两年的社区大学Practical Nursing (PN) diploma program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative average of 75% and grades of not less than 70 (B–) in any element of the PN program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent University.
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results.
- Submission of all post-secondary transcripts from Canadian and international educational institutions attended is required and these will be reviewed for academic performance as part of the admission requirements.
- 申请人与以前的大学或学院学习in fields outside of Practical Nursing must present a minimum combined grade point average (CGPA) of 2.33 (C+) and be considered “In Good Standing” with no failures in core prerequisite subjects in order to be considered. Higher CGPAs/averages may be required subject to competition.
- Applicants applying with International Education in Nursing or the Health Sciences must present a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ICAS. Where PASS/FAIL grades are the only grades available, a letter from the issuing academic institution must indicate a minimum score for PASS.
- Applicants with PASS/FAIL grades from out-of-province institutions must present a letter from the issuing academic institution to indicate a minimum passing score.
- Applicants who have completed a Practical Nursing Certificate to Diploma upgrading program at a recognized community college in Ontario will be considered on an individual basis.
- 申请人与先前Bachelo护理研究r of Nursing or Bridging program will be considered by the Admissions Committee on a case by case basis regardless of the length of study, or performance in a PN program.
- The Admissions Committee reserves the right to give priority to applicants who meet all course and grade requirements on their first attempt.
- All applicants offered admission require the approval of the Admissions Committee, comprised of representatives from Trent University and George Brown College, who will provide a detailed evaluation of core course performance and competencies for transfer of credit evaluation.
- Applicants who have been absent from full-time formal Practical Nursing, Bridging, or BScN education for a period of 10 years will be considered on a case by case basis.
This program is open to domestic applicants only.
Special Requirements
- Completion ofCASPer® testwith competitive results.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
Before commencing the clinical practice course, all students must successfully complete:
- the approved CPR course (required annually): Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS – HCP) Level
- a Standard First Aid Certificate course
学生将不会有资格参加practice area unless they hold current CPR and First Aid certificates.
Requisite Skills for Nurses
Applicants who wish to qualify to become a registered nurse in Ontario should review the requisite skills for nurses listed on theCollege of Nurses of Ontario website。
Clinical Pre-placement health form requirements and program policy
- Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet and complete all the mandatory pre-placement requirements for this program. It will take up to 10 to 12 weeks to complete.
- Students will need to process and provide proof of theirmedical records(such as MMR, Varicella, Hep B blood test reports/titres, Tdap shot valid every 10 years and Two Step TB Skin Test), a clear阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkrenewed every year,CPR level HCPrenewed every year, annual flu shot andmask fit testrenewed every two years. These requirements must be submitted by the given deadline toParaMed.
- The health policies and non-academic requirements are designed to protect clients and vulnerable populations that students will engage in practice. Students who do not comply with the program’s health policy and non-academic requirements, or who do not submit all required documentation by deadlines established by the program will be excluded from the clinical practicum. Exclusion from clinical practicum for any reason may jeopardize students' academic standing and successful completion of this program.
- All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- To download the mandatory pre-placement health form and for more details, go to the Pre-placement website atgeorgebrown.ca/preplacement/nursing/
Police Vulnerable Sector Check (must be renewed every year)
- In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a阿宝lice vulnerable sector checkcompleted, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement.
- The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered “vulnerable persons” under the law.
- Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for “individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s).”
- Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check.
- Students who are unable to provide a “clear” police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a “not clear” status will jeopardize their progress in the program.
- Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment.
- The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Pre-placement website atgeorgebrown.ca/preplacement/record_check/
How to Apply
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Student Success
“RPN能够broa B.Sc.N桥项目den my scope of practice as I had decided to increase my knowledge after working for 17 years in long-term care. This program prepared me to complete my degree of nursing at Trent University after which I entered graduate school. As a hands-on learner, both the clinical placements and the encouragement from the George Brown faculty were instrumental in boosting my confidence as a clinician."
"I currently work as an RPN with an organization where I completed my practical nursing consolidation. I feel I was able to qualify for the position due to the strong commitment from clinical advisors with whom I had the opportunity to practice my clinical skills. Their oversight helped me feel ready to impress prospective employers with a deeper level of knowledge and added to my confidence in knowledge application. I continue to benefit from my current clinical bridging program placement where I receive regular one-on-one feedback, and the chance to observe other students performing clinical procedures. The instruction and direction provided by the instructors gave me the confidence I needed to perform well in an interview that got me the job!"
Contact Us
Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 2367
Email:nursing@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
