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.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 40

Lab Hours: 22

Equivalent Course(s): ANAT 160, NURS 111

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group, Web CT/Blackboard

You will study the human body, how it is constructed and how it functions to maintain homeostasis. The course builds on the information you learned in APHY 162 (Anatomy and Physiology 1). You will focus on the study of systems involved with integration, control, absorption, excretion and reproduction. You will apply your theoretical knowledge in practical setting by performing dissections of specimens as part of the mandatory lab component.

Credit Units: 4

Lecture Hours: 42

Lab Hours: 20

Prerequisites(s): APHY 162

Equivalent Course(s): ANAT 265, NURS 111

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab, Print Distance Group, Web CT/Blackboard

You will have the opportunity to apply theory and concepts learned from Term 1 to Term 3 of the Psychiatric Nursing program. You will use critical reflection, critical thinking and clinical judgment to apply wholistic psychiatric nursing care in a psycho-geriatric setting with assigned clients.

Credit Units: 10

Other Hours: 150

Prerequisites(s): APHY 262, NEPS 119, NEPS 216, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, PSYC 163

Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 292, NURS 238

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will study the various types of microorganisms, their characteristics and their role in the spread of infection. You will be introduced to the principles of health care epidemiology and the commonly used agents to control microbial growth. You will acquire knowledge of the major viral, bacterial and fungal diseases. Using group work, independent learning as well as laboratory activities you will study how the major diseases affect the immune system and the organs of the body. You will study the responsibilities and roles of health care workers in the chain of infection.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 22

Prerequisites(s): APHY 162

Equivalent Course(s): MICR 160

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will explore the concepts of microbiology in relation to infection control and patient care. You will demonstrate these concepts in the performance of select psychomotor skills in a simulated situation.

Credit Units: 1

Lab Hours: 22

Prerequisites(s): MICR 159

Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical

You will be introduced to concepts of self that are central to the profession of psychiatric nursing. You will use critical reflection and synthesis to focus on developing the skills and attitudes expected of effective registered psychiatric nurses.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 39

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to the Psychiatric Nursing curriculum framework, professional regulation, leadership concepts, and writing and research process. You will examine the concepts of mental health promotion and primary health care. You will review past, present and future influences that contribute to the psychiatric nursing profession.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 52

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will focus on the theory of wholistic psychiatric nursing care related to specific health challenges of the older adult. You will be introduced to concepts of mental health promotion, illness prevention, safety, clinical decision-making, documentation and self-care. You will have an opportunity to apply fundamental psychiatric nursing skills in a practice setting.

Credit Units: 6

Other Hours: 91

Equivalent Course(s): NURS 238

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will acquire the knowledge to develop the skills needed to establish therapeutic relationships and to conduct effective individual interviews. You will have an opportunity to practice communication skills, essential interpersonal elements, critical thinking and critical reflection in a practice setting.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 52

Prerequisites(s): APHY 162, MICR 160, MICR 161, NEPS 118, NEPS 212, NRSG 100, NRSG 101, NRSG 102

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will establish a foundation for the development of physical health assessment skills. You will be introduced to theory related to psychological, sociocultural and spiritual assessment. You will learn to adapt engagement skills, interviewing techniques, history taking and head-to-toe physical assessment to special populations. You will have an opportunity to practice comprehensive physical health assessments.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 39

Prerequisites(s): APHY 162, MICR 160, MICR 161, NEPS 118, NEPS 212, NRSG 100, NRSG 101, NRSG 102

Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 221

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will be introduced to Aboriginal history and culture. You will explore the origins of Aboriginal populations, historical perspectives, Indian treaties, Indian policy, and the impact of these developments. Upon completion of this course, you will have gained an understanding of the Aboriginal culture.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 39

Prerequisites(s): APHY 162, MICR 160, MICR 161, NEPS 118, NEPS 212, NRSG 100, NRSG 101, NRSG 102

Equivalent Course(s): SOCI 261

Learning Method(s): Prior Learning, Lecture/Lab

You will develop knowledge of medications, the medication research process and patient safety. You will examine the history and future of psychopharmacology.

Credit Units: 1

Lecture Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): APHY 262, NEPS 119, NEPS 216, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, PSYC 163

Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 222, PHAR 160

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will be introduced to selected physical illnesses and psychiatric disorders of the older adult, concepts of psychiatric co-morbidity with medical diagnosis and selected interpersonal interventions. You will have the opportunity to explore concepts of wholistic psychiatric nursing care related to selected health challenges.

Credit Units: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisites(s): APHY 262, NEPS 119, NEPS 216, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, PSYC 163

Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 291, NURS 293

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory

You will be introduced to the study of human development over the life span from conception to death. You will examine selected theories and processes of the growth and development of individuals throughout the life span within the context of family and community. You will discuss health promotion and selected prevalent health issues for each domain of the life span in relation to psychiatric nursing practice.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 38

Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 216

Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

You will have the opportunity to apply concepts learned from Term 1 to Term 4 of the Psychiatric Nursing program. You will use critical reflection, critical thinking and clinical judgment to apply wholistic psychiatric nursing care in acute psychiatry with assigned clients.

Credit Units: 11

Other Hours: 168

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 213, NRSG 238, NRSG 239, NRSG 240, NRSG 241

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will have the opportunity to apply theory and concepts learned during Term 1 to Term 5 of the Psychiatric Nursing program. You will use critical reflection, critical thinking and clinical judgment to apply wholistic psychiatric nursing care in a child and/or adolescent practice setting. You will apply the new theory you are learning in Term 5 to the clinical setting.

Credit Units: 11

Other Hours: 168

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 214, NRSG 242, NRSG 243, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will have the opportunity to apply concepts learned during Term 1 to Term 5 of the Psychiatric Nursing program and apply new concepts learned during Term 6. You will use critical reflection, critical thinking and clinical judgment to apply wholistic psychiatric nursing care to assigned clients in a selected setting.

Credit Units: 11

Other Hours: 168

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 215, NRSG 247, NRSG 248

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

Your studies will focus on concepts of effective professional helping with individuals. You will be introduced to evidence-based psychological interventions, selected theories of counseling, several counseling approaches and strategies. You will have opportunity to apply this theory in a practice setting.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 39

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 213

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will learn about selected addiction assessment tools, types of addictions, psychiatric nursing interventions and concepts in health promotion, prevention and harm reduction. You will examine theories and models including medical, disease and biopsychosocial and the various treatment options available.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 213

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will build on the basic concepts from the NRSG 236 (Introduction to Pharmacology) course. You will learn to assess pharmacotherapeutics and provide safe administration of psychotropic agents and psychiatric nursing interventions.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 45

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 213

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

Your studies will focus on the assessment and continuum of client responses to mental illness and mental health assessment. You will be introduced to standard tests, rating scales for mental health assessment, concepts of relapse, recovery and co-morbidity. You will have the opportunity to design interventions for individuals experiencing psychiatric disorders.

Credit Units: 5

Other Hours: 69

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 213

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will be introduced to the foundations of group work. Your studies will focus on group theory, group process and mental health promotion. You will have the opportunity to participate in groups and develop practical skills in group facilitation.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 38

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 214

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will be introduced to selected theory of common psychiatric, developmental and social disorders of children and adolescents. You will be provided the opportunity to explore selected models of assessment and psychiatric nursing interventions.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 38

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 214

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will build upon the pharmacology concepts from Term 3 and Term 4 of the Psychiatric Nursing program. You will be provided with further opportunity to explore and assess selected pharmacotherapeutics and other related nursing interventions.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 37

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 214

Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 223, PHAR 264

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will be introduced to concepts of teaching and learning. You will examine a literacy model and develop strategies to support mental health literacy across selected populations.

Credit Units: 2

Other Hours: 26

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 214

Learning Method(s): Web CT/Blackboard

You will learn about selected family theory, selected family assessment tools and psychiatric nursing interventions that will prepare you to work with individuals within diverse families. You will learn about various forms of family violence and explore the issues and challenges of families. You will develop strategies to improve an individual’s functioning within the context of a family and have the opportunity for experiential learning through practice working with families.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 38

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 214

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will gain an understanding of the role of the psychiatric nurse in secure environments. You will examine professionalism, prison culture and subculture, psychiatric nursing assessment and protocols for interventions. You will learn about selected theory of care, custody and control in forensic settings.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 38

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 215

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will learn about selected community theory and community assessment tools as well as psychiatric nursing roles and interventions that will prepare you to work with diverse communities. You will develop strategies to improve community function and have the opportunity for experiential learning through practice working with individuals within the context of communities.

Credit Units: 3

Other Hours: 39

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 215

Learning Method(s): Print Distance Group

You will have the opportunity to consolidate concepts learned during Term 1 to Term 6 of the Psychiatric Nursing program and apply new concepts learned during Term 7. You will use critical reflection, critical thinking and clinical judgment to apply wholistic psychiatric nursing care to assigned clients in a clinical setting.

Credit Units: 9

Other Hours: 140

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 216, NRSG 249, NRSG 250

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

During your selected preceptored experience, you will be given the opportunity to demonstrate integration, synthesis and application of the theoretical concepts of the Psychiatric Nursing program. You will use critical reflection, critical thinking and clinical judgment to demonstrate your ability to model professional practice roles and functions.

Credit Units: 16

Other Hours: 245

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 217

Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum

You will examine the concepts of interdisciplinary practice, leadership, professional practice transition issues and professional self-care. You will be introduced to the theory of portfolio development and be afforded the opportunity to create an E-Portfolio.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 216

Learning Method(s): Web CT/Blackboard

You will be introduced to mentorship and have the opportunity to collaboratively partner with a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) mentor. You will use enhanced technology to reflect upon and document your mentorship experience.

Credit Units: 1

Other Hours: 15

Prerequisites(s): CLIN 216

Learning Method(s): Web CT/Blackboard