Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing is a diploma program that provides knowledge and skill development in providing professional nursing care independently or as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team. You will learn how to provide professional nursing care to individuals within the context of families and communities; apply the knowledge you derive from the nursing arts and the physiological, psychological, sociological and cultural sciences which are common to all nurses; practice in accordance with the standards of practice and guidelines established by the Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (SALPN).
Graduates are eligible to write the national licensure examination for registration as Licensed Practical Nurses in Saskatchewan.
Once admitted to the program, credit is normally limited to education completed within the previous five years. However, if the applicant produces evidence of having taken, on a continuous basis, and successfully completed courses required for the program since applying to the program, the five-year currency guideline will be waived.
Selected courses from this program are available through continuing education distance learning. Practical Nursing is a diploma program that is delivered full-time online or on campus at SIAST Kelsey Campus in Saskatoon, SIAST Wascana Campus in Regina and SIAST Woodland Campus in Prince Albert. For complete program information, check the program page.
This is a high demand program. Effective for the 2012 intakes, applications to high-demand programs will no longer be restricted to Saskatchewan residents. The full-time program is open for application from 8:00am, Oct 1 to 4:30pm, Feb 15 (local time) each academic year. All supporting documentation is required by Feb 28/29.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and transfer credit may be options for receiving credit. For further information see the PLAR candidate guide (pdf) or the transfer credit page.
Administration of Medications (PHAR 264)
You are required to attend a Weekend lab in Regina, dates TBA
Prerequisites: Practicum 1 (PRAC 162) and Introductory Pharmacology (PHAR 160) (concurrent) or Pharmacology (PHAR 201)
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Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162) (APHY 162)
You will study the human body, how it is constructed and how it functions to maintain homeostasis. You will focus on the interaction between the structures of the body cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. The course content includes levels of organization of the human body, cells, tissues, integument and the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory systems. You will apply your theoretical knowledge in practical setting by performing dissections of specimens as part of the mandatory lab component.
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-464 | January 21, 2013 - May 24, 2013 The online course involves learning at home using your own computer, internet connection, and the Blackboard program. You will need knowledge of, and have access to, a computer in order to participate in this learning method. You will have contact with other anatomy students throughout the course. Although you will need to purchase a lab dissection kit, you are not required to attend any classes or travel to lab sessions. You will do your lab work, including dissections, in your own home. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
| CRN: 03-465 | January 21, 2013 - May 24, 2013 The online course involves learning at home using your own computer, internet connection, and the Blackboard program. You will need knowledge of, and have access to, a computer in order to participate in this learning method. You will have contact with other anatomy students throughout the course. Although you will need to purchase a lab dissection kit, you are not required to attend any classes or travel to lab sessions. You will do your lab work, including dissections, in your own home. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
| CRN: 03-466 | February 4, 2013 - June 7, 2013 The online course involves learning at home using your own computer, internet connection, and the Blackboard program. You will need knowledge of, and have access to, a computer in order to participate in this learning method. You will have contact with other anatomy students throughout the course. Although you will need to purchase a lab dissection kit, you are not required to attend any classes or travel to lab sessions. You will do your lab work, including dissections, in your own home. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
| CRN: 03-4478 | February 6, 2013 - June 5, 2013 W, 6-9:30 pm Room: 305/307 Register in Regina or Saskatoon or call 1-866-goSIAST | Saskatoon |
Anatomy and Physiology 2 (262) (APHY 262)
Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162)
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-468 | February 4, 2013 - June 7, 2013 The online course involves learning at home using your own computer, internet connection, and the Blackboard program. You will need knowledge of, and have access to, a computer in order to participate in this learning method. You will have contact with other anatomy students throughout the course. Although you will need to purchase a lab dissection kit, you are not required to attend any classes or travel to lab sessions. You will do your lab work, including dissections, in your own home. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
| CRN: 03-469 | February 11, 2013 - June 14, 2013 The online course involves learning at home using your own computer, internet connection, and the Blackboard program. You will need knowledge of, and have access to, a computer in order to participate in this learning method. You will have contact with other anatomy students throughout the course. Although you will need to purchase a lab dissection kit, you are not required to attend any classes or travel to lab sessions. You will do your lab work, including dissections, in your own home. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
Health and Healing 1 Completer (NURS 173)
Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162), Sociology 1, or taken concurrently. Graduate of Continuing Care Assistant program after 2000.
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-410 | April 2, 2013 - June 24, 2013 Register by Mar 22 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Health and Healing 3 (NURS 292)
Prerequisites: Practicum 2 (PRAC 260), Personal and Professional Relationships 3 (NURS 243) (concurrent)
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Health Challenges 1 (NURS 172)
Equivalent course(s): Health Challenges 1 Completer (NURS 174)
Prerequisites: Health and Healing 1, Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162), (concurrent)
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Health Challenges 1 Completer (NURS 174)
Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162), Sociology 1, or taken concurrently. Graduate of Continuing Care Assistant program after 2000.
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-412 | April 2, 2013 - June 24, 2013 Register by Mar 22 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Health Challenges 2 (NURS 293)
Prerequisites: Health and Healing 2, Anatomy and Physiology 2 (262), Concurrent: Practicum 1(PRAC 162)
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Health Challenges 3 (NURS 294)
Prerequisites: Practicum 2 (PRAC 260), Health and Healing 3 (NURS 292) (concurrent)
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Introductory Pharmacology (PHAR 160)
Equivalent course(s): Therapeutics/Nursing Intervention (NURS 213)
Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology 2 (262), (concurrent)
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Leadership in Nursing (LEAD 201)
Prerequisites: LPN/RN or RPN
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-578 | March 11, 2013 - June 21, 2013 Register by Mar 1 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
You are required to attend 2 weekend labs in Regina, dates TBA
Prerequisites: Personal and Professional Relationships 1, Health and Healing 1, Health Challenges 1, Sociology 1, Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162), (concurrent)
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Nursing Arts 1 Completer (NURS 170)
Prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology 1 (162), Sociology 1, or taken concurrently. Graduate of Continuing Care Assistant program after 2000.
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-408 | April 2, 2013 - June 24, 2013 Register by Mar 22 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Personal and Professional Relationships 1 (NURS 163)
You will explore the concept of self in relation to others. You will develop basic therapeutic communication skills. Through reflection and understanding your nature, you will experience awareness, personal growth and development of critical thinking skills. You will also explore verbal, nonverbal, written and technological communication.
Equivalent Course(s): Development of Self (NEPS 112) and Development of Self (NURS 112)
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Personal and Professional Relationships 2 (NURS 240)
Prerequisites: Practicum, Practicum 1 (PRAC 162)
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Personal and Professional Relationships 3 (NURS 243)
Prerequisites: Practicum 2 (PRAC 260)
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Online intersession course Apr 16-Jun 8 is only 8 weeks in length.
Print intersession course Apr 16-Jun 8 is only 8 weeks in length.
Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-458 | February 4, 2013 - May 24, 2013 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
| CRN: 03-457 | April 15, 2013 - June 7, 2013 This intersession course is 8 weeks in length. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Online |
| CRN: 03-447 | April 15, 2013 - June 7, 2013 This intersession course is 8 weeks in length. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
Prerequisites: Sociology 1
Additional costs: Text(s) and required print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-449 | February 11, 2013 - May 31, 2013 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 04-1251 | June 24, 2013 - August 16, 2013 This intersession course is 8 weeks in length. Call 1-866-goSIAST to register | Homestudy (Print) |
| CRN: 04-1315 | June 24, 2013 - August 16, 2013 This intersession course is 8 weeks in length. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Homestudy (Print) |
Prerequisites: Sociology 1
Additional costs: Text(s) and print materials
| CRN | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CRN: 03-450 | February 25, 2013 - May 31, 2013 Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Home Study (Print) |
| CRN: 04-1300 | June 24, 2013 - August 16, 2013 This intersession course is 8 weeks in length. Register in Regina or call 1-866-goSIAST | Homestudy (Print) |
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