The Collaborative Nursing Degree Program at 成人大片 (成人大片) and Centennial College will give you a strong theoretical foundation and opportunities to apply what you learn in real-life settings. You鈥檒l engage in applied learning and take part in research throughout all 4 years of the program.
In the Collaborative Nursing Program you鈥檒l learn in clinical practice settings, from experienced faculty and instructors who work in health care. They bring their expertise and understanding of the real challenges nurses face in Canada and around the world.
This program is designed to help you reach your goals and prepare you for a rewarding career in nursing.
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"We go into our placement (in) first year. And I really like that because it lets you solidify everything you've learned, whether it's the physical skills or the actual techniques of speaking to your client."
Christina, Nursing student, 成人大片
As a student, you鈥檒l take a critical approach to current health care challenges 鈥� for individuals, for families and communities 鈥� and will gain the knowledge and ability to help make meaningful change, wherever you choose to start your career.
Our nursing graduates have careers in all types of hospitals and clinics, in research institutes, in community and public health settings, in government influencing policy-setting and as valued members and leaders of interprofessional teams.
We look forward to welcoming you into the program.
Combining theory with clinical practice, the curriculum offers you the best of applied knowledge and research within a supportive, challenging and diverse learning environment.
The program delivery encourages reflection, teamwork, and learning through questions and real-world experience. It is also firmly focused on creating caring and collaborative student-faculty relationships that form an environment of trust and respect.
The program provides you access to the latest knowledge in nursing practice as well as a broader education in critical thinking, problem solving and ethical decision making. You鈥檒l have opportunities to explore the historical, political and economic context of healthcare and the foundational principles of health promotion.
The curriculum will help you expand your understanding of mind-body connections through multidisciplinary learning in the liberal arts, social sciences and sciences. You鈥檒l advance your sense of social justice through questioning existing knowledge and social structures, and be an informed advocate for changes in public policy.
Nursing is a profession that brings together knowledge, compassion and skilled care. Through immersion in real-life situations, you鈥檒l translate theory into practice and solidify technical, communication, care-giving and teamwork skills.
Our placement options take advantage of the extensive opportunities available in the Greater Toronto Area. Coordinated by 6 full-time staff in the Central Placement Office, there are more than 300 placement opportunities in 45 hospitals and over 200 traditional and non-traditional health settings.
At each stage of the program, placements support and reflect the year鈥檚 curriculum:
Year 1: Long-term care facility
Year 2: Continuing care, rehabilitation or acute-care
Year 3: Community nursing
Year 4: Medical-surgical unit, ER, ICU, day-surgery unit, public health or other setting
Each placement is structured to ensure that you have substantial guidance from faculty members and preceptors, who are experienced nurses specifically assigned to support your learning. You鈥檒l also have ample opportunities to integrate your field learning when you return to the classroom.
Successful collaboration requires a community of professionals and organizations jointly committed to excellence in nursing.
Collaborative Nursing Program faculty are skilled instructors and experts in the promotion of health and the creation of engaging learning environments. They are leaders in nursing scholarship, have extensive experience in the field and are connected to a comprehensive network of professionals and organizations.
The professionals in the field are advocates for health at all levels. Their commitment to patient care and social progress drives their interest in nursing education. Their work opens doors for students by providing direct access to immersive learning experiences.
A few examples of professional member organizations are:
Your campuses
A unique feature of the Collaborative Nursing Program is the link between 2 campuses located in Toronto. Years one and 2 of the program can be undertaken at either of the 2 campuses, and years 3 and 4 take place at 成人大片. In your final years, you continue to maintain a strong link to your original campus through work with your faculty supervisors.
Each of the 2 locations is a vibrant learning community supported by diverse and engaging cultural, athletics and recreation programs and social activities.
Centennial College campus
Centennial College鈥檚 nursing program takes place at the Centennial HP Science and Technology Centre in Scarborough. This $69 million Centre opened in early 2004 and is a progressive facility for studies in the health sciences.
Contact Centennial College Admissions
飦� Scarborough, Ontario
飩� 416-289-5300
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成人大片 campus
成人大片 is located in the heart of downtown and is within walking distance of some of Canada鈥檚 top healthcare institutions.
Contact 成人大片 Undergraduate Admissions
飦� Toronto, Ontario
飩�&苍产蝉辫;416-979-5036
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