This unique program prepares internationally educated nurses to work in the nursing profession in British Columbia. This program is designed for nurses who are required by the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC), to upgrade their English language skills to accepted levels, renew and enhance nursing knowledge and skills, to write the Canadian Registered Nurse Examination (CRNE).
(The admission requirements for this program are under review.)
In addition to the general Kwantlen University College admission requirements (see exceptions below), applicants to the Graduate Nurse with English as an Additional Language program must complete the following requirements before final acceptance into the program:
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A letter from the CRNBC
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English skills: Celban scores of Speaking 7.0, Listening 7.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0 accepted or written TOEFL 535 (reading comprehension 55) or Computer TOEFL 202 (reading comprehension 22), or IELTS of 5.5 with a minimum Academic Reading score of 6.0 and a minimum speaking score of 6.0, or SLEP 59 (reading comprehension 30) and TSE or KIST 45, or 40 for students with two years acute nursing experience within the last five years
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A TOEFL is required if the SLEP has been written three times without achieving the required level. Also accepted is an IELTS score of 5.5 (reading 6.0, speaking 6.0)
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Registered nurse experience or graduation from a CRNBC recognized nursing program within the past 10 years
The following is a prerequisite to the Clinical Experience courses:
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CRNBCA criminal record check is required by the CRNBC prior to registration as a nurse and is a pre-practice requirement of some of the clinical agencies used during the program. Any costs related to having this check done are the responsibility of the individual student. The CRNBC may refuse to register any person who has been convicted of an indictable offence. Applicants with any criminal convictions should request advice from the Dean of Community and Health Studies at Kwantlen, or from the Registrar of the CRNBC before making formal application for admission to the program.
Some agencies may require students to take an Oath of Confidentiality. If any practice experience agencies require proof of current immunizations, all costs and responsibilities associated with these are the responsibility of the individual students. Failure to have documentation acceptable to the agency at the time of placement may mean denial of the experience, which in turn will prevent completion of the program of studies.
This full-time twelve-month (3 semester) program is offered twice a year. The program includes classroom instruction, independent study, on-line study, English laboratory sessions, nursing skill laboratory sessions and hospital clinical experience. The content is presented at a basic level and is aimed at providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe nursing care to adults in the health care setting.
This full-time three continuous semester program is offered twice a year. The program includes classroom instruction, independent study, English laboratory sessions, on-line study, nursing skill laboratory sessions and hospital clinical experience. The content provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe nursing care for adults in the health care setting.
The courses are organized into three continuous semesters.
Students will explore the fundamental concepts of nursing in the Canadian setting including the nurse, patient relationship, teaching/learning theory, health promotion, the nursing process, patient-focused care, growth and development theories. They will have an opportunity to acquire new psychomotor skills and practice previously learned psychomotor skills consistent with the scope of registered nursing practice in acute, sub-acute, and long term care settings in Canada.
This semester emphasizes acquisition of English language skills to enable effective communication in clinical areas.
Students will also learn the fundamental principles of pharmacology and become familiar with the generic and trade names of drugs prescribed for common health challenges and will explore the use of pharmacology fundamentals in the nurse’s role within Canadian society.
Students will apply nursing theory and skills in an adult acute care unit.
Students will examine in greater depth ethical, legal and professional issues, and standards of nursing practice. They will apply their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to the principles of illness and injury. Students will apply these principles to medical and surgical health issues in an adult population.
The students will continue to practice critical thinking skills, grammar, speaking, pronunciation, and listening skills. They will practice their English skills using simulation that complements their clinical experience. Students will practice medical terminology, listening skills, charting, and anecdotal reporting.
Students will examine Canadian values, health and the health care delivery system in Canada. They will explore the social and cultural dimensions of the health care environment and the major trends that affect health, broadly conceptualized, in Canada.
Students will apply nursing theory and practice nursing skills in an acute care unit.
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EASL 1116 English upgrading 2
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GNEA 1103 Canadian Culture and Health Care
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GNEA 1118 Nursing Theory 2
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GNEA 1216 Nursing Experience 2
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GNEA 1226 Practicum
Students will continue to practice their English skills in situations that complement the student’s clinical experiences. They will have the option to focus on academic English skills required for the BSN program.
Students will integrate and apply nursing theory and practice skills necessary for the scope of RN practice. They will develop caring professional relationships with patients and effective working relationships with peers and facility staff. They will practice leadership and mentorship skills.
Students will continue to explore advanced nursing concepts such as leadership, family nursing, community nursing, legal and ethical concepts. They will also complete their CRNE preparation.
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EASL 1136 English Upgrading 3
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GNEA 1128 Theory Consolidation
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GNEA 1236 Consolidated Practice
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GNEA 1138 Advanced Nursing Concepts (elective)
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OR
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NRSG 3190 BSN Access (optional)
A student must achieve a minimum grade of C in a theory course and mastery in a clinical course in order to progress to a subsequent course and to receive the program certificate. Evaluation in clinical experience courses includes interpersonal skills and professional behaviour as well as clinical knowledge and skills. If a students is not successful in one course they must also withdraw from the co-requisite courses. They may re-apply once they have shown through a letter to the admissions committee, that they have completed the recommended remediation.
In addition to tuition fees, students will spend approximately $2,000 for textbooks, course materials, uniforms, English language testing, etc., during the program. Students are also responsible for providing their own transportation to clinical experiences.