Practical Nursing

In the Practical Nursing Program students will study from the same body of nursing knowledge as registered nurses (RNs) and registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs) with a more focused approach in foundational knowledge, critical thinking, and clinical judgment appropriate to the role of a practical nurse.

This program will provide learners with the knowledge, skills, judgment, and abilities to contribute in all phases of care from prevention to acute treatment and management, to long term and palliative care. The program will prepare students to care for individuals and families at multiple life stages in acute, complex, and community care settings.

Graduates of the program are eligible to write the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination (CPNRE) to apply for licensure to become a Licensed Practical Nurse in British Columbia.

Admission Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

• Apply Entry-Level Competencies for Licensed Practical Nurses (2021) to ensure safe, competent, and ethical care.
• Practice within relevant legislation, Scope of Practice, and ethical standards set by the Nurses (Licensed Practical) Regulation (2015) and BCCNM.
• Commit to continuous learning to maintain and enhance nursing competence.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to meet client needs and participate in interprofessional decision-making.
• Advocate for evidence-informed practice and facilitate changes based on best practices.
• Use critical thinking and clinical judgment to plan, implement, and evaluate client care.