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Duration

up to 5 years

Tuition

$2,380

  Hamilton

May 12-May 12

Plus 1 other start dates

Sep 14 - Sep 14 2031

Commitment

Part-Time

Delivery

Hybrid

Credential

Certificate

Year Founded

1966

Scholarships

yes

Mohawk College’s Nephrology Nursing program is designed to equip Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to care for patients with kidney disease. As the number of Canadians at risk for or living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) continues to rise—due to factors such as an aging population and the increasing prevalence of diabetes and hypertension—this program addresses the growing need for trained professionals in nephrology nursing.

The curriculum prepares nursing professionals to provide care across all stages of the kidney disease journey, from early detection through to dialysis, transplant, and palliative care. Students will develop the expertise to deliver competent, safe, and ethical care to individuals affected by kidney disease or insufficiency. Emphasizing a patient-centered approach, the program teaches nurses how to assess and manage kidney function, understand renal replacement therapies, and provide education and support to patients navigating life with chronic kidney disease. With a focus on practical skills and theoretical knowledge, graduates will be equipped to make a significant impact in this vital and expanding field of healthcare.

Admission Requirements

  • Current RN/RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario or a graduate nurse registration with your respective provincial/territory regulator.

What You’ll Learn

  • Develop specialized knowledge in managing chronic kidney disease across all stages.
  • Learn to provide care for patients undergoing dialysis, including both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
  • Gain a thorough understanding of renal replacement therapies and their application in clinical settings.
  • Learn to assess and monitor kidney function, both normal and abnormal, in various patient populations.
  • Acquire skills in providing palliative and transplant care for patients with advanced kidney disease.
  • Understand the psychosocial aspects of living with chronic kidney disease and provide supportive care.

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Data preparation and machine learning

Amelia White

March 4, 2026

Graduated From

Applied Artificial Intelligence

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

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I recently finished the Applied Artificial Intelligence program at Mohawk College, and it was an excellent experience. The program does a great job blending core AI concepts with hands-on projects, covering everything from data preparation and machine ...

I recently finished the Applied Artificial Intelligence program at Mohawk College, and it was an excellent experience. The program does a great job blending core AI concepts with hands-on projects, covering everything from data preparation and machine learning to natural language processing and computer vision applications.

Mohawk College

Full of greatness and growth

Henry Zhang

Hamilton • March 4, 2026

Graduated From

not provided

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

Coming from an international student who graduated around two months ago. I went through the bridging programme at Mohawk and am now studying at Brock University in the Accountancy COOP programme.

PROFESSORS & PEERS

Carol and Patricia...

Coming from an international student who graduated around two months ago. I went through the bridging programme at Mohawk and am now studying at Brock University in the Accountancy COOP programme.

PROFESSORS & PEERS

Carol and Patricia’s accounting classes were like learning step by step with someone guiding you through all the tricky parts. The assignments and classes matched up perfectly and actually made sense. Most of the time, they even gave us extra materials just to make sure we fully understood everything.

Elliot’s classes were always fun and easy to follow. He has this way of breaking down complex concepts so clearly and straight to the point. Great guy too, with a solid sense of humour and a really strong professional background!

James’s auditing and business info courses were solid as well. I have great respect for the fairness and integrity he consistently demonstrates in his classes. My biggest takeaway from him is to always stay true and fair to others and, most importantly, to myself.

Personally speaking, the professors truly value teaching and genuinely care about their students.

CAMPUS:

The campus is beautiful, full of diverse vegetation, wildlife and plants, with the Royal Air Force of geese on patrol four seasons a year, and in summer, ladybirds casually land on your shoulder to greet you.

(However, in my last one or two semesters, the public hygiene and environment near the main entrance did take a hit due to some students’ careless and deliberate damage.)

The library is also an amazing place to study, I spent most of my time there doom drinking coffee from the Tims express and hustling my way through the course content.

I also like how they divided the library into three zones, the upstairs the talking zone, the main library area downstairs, and a separate ultra quiet space inside the library designed for those who need complete silence, all came with computer access for those in need. There are also other good spots on campus for studying, like the EA area, which is also quite nice, with accessible entertainment options.

As for food, the options are fairly diverse, though the taste and quality might not be to everyone’s liking. Still, with Subway and Tims around, it’s honestly not the end of the world.

My three years there were full of greatness and growth, wasn’t a top student, I failed courses, repeated years, and made mistakes. But I’m genuinely grateful for that time. I made great friends and learnt lessons far beyond the textbooks, from both my peers and professors, which truly prepared me for the future and the Canadian society.

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