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Continuing Education > Health & Wellness > RPN to BScN Bridging > Option 1: Interactive Classroom (MS Teams)

Option 1: Interactive Classroom (MS Teams)   

Admission to the bridging courses is made available to practicing RPNs through Continuing Education. These courses are available for anyone to take but it is important for all prospective students to understand what will be required for admission to semester/level 5 of the BScN program after completion of the bridging courses. View admission & program requirements here.

Please note that students can take as few as one or as many as seven of the bridging courses at one time. Learners should take only as many courses as they feel will set them up for a high course grade that will support their application to semester 5 of the BScN program. RPN to BScN Bridging Courses FAQS (Interactive Classroom)

You must provide your valid CNO number at the time of your online registration.

NOTE: For spring term only, courses are completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.

 
  • Fundamentals of Writing and Evidence
  • Fee: $312.75
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: WRIT1000
    Date: 5/5/2025
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca for more information.

    ***It is strongly recommended that you take this course first before others in the list. 

    Students construct a foundation of critical reading and writing skills to build upon in degree-level programs. Learners retrieve scholarly literature and write about it in a variety of modes, including personal reflection, description, synthesis and analysis. Current APA style must be applied to all writing. Textbook required.

    Software Required: MS Teams for scheduled lectures/seminars each week.  

    This course is part of the Option 1 RPN to BScN Program.


    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
 

  • Biomedical Chemistry & Lab Diagnostics for the Transitioning RPN
  • Fee: $312.75
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: CHEM1000
    Date: 5/6/2025
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca for more information.

    This course comprises a branch of biomedical and laboratory medicine. The structure and location of biological molecules and macromolecules as well as chemical processes and metabolic pathways within the human body are explored. Reference values and function tests of body organs and systems are studied in health and disease. Normal and abnormal biochemical lab findings are discussed. Learners focus on the interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and the role of the lab in the diagnosis of various diseases. Textbook required.

    Software Required: MS Teams for scheduled lectures/seminars each week. 

    This course is part of the Option 1 RPN to BScN Program.


    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
 

  • Microbiology Health Sciences
  • Fee: $517.00
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: MICR1000
    Date/Time: May 5 - June 18
    Instructor(s): 
    Maha Othman

    This course introduces students to the field of microbiology.  Students learn about the fundamental aspects of bacteria including structure, classification, microbial growth, and genetics as well as methods of sterilization disinfection. Students discuss epidemiology of diseases, extent of host involvement, and tools of pathogenicity. There is discussion of viruses, fungi and protozoa of medical importance. Students learn about foundational laboratory techniques required for microbiology diagnosis including microscopic identification of bacteria, bacterial culture, Gram staining and antibiotic sensitivity testing. Textbook required.  

    This course is part of the Option 1 RPN to BScN Program.

    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
     
 

  • Pathophysiology for the Transitioning RPN
  • Fee: $312.75
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: BIOL1003
    Date: 5/6/2025
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca for more information.

    This course focuses on fundamental aspects of human disease. Students learn the structural and functional changes in cells, tissues, and organs altered by disease and/or injury. Important pathophysiological concepts such as cell, injury, inflammation, and immune responses are discussed. Students learn how cancer and selected diseases impact each of the body systems. There is a focus on etiology and mechanisms of alterations of cells, tissues, and organs that explain patients’ symptoms and signs. There is application of pathophysiological knowledge to nursing practice. Learners are required to integrate new and prior learning. Texbook required.

    Software Required: MS Teams for scheduled lectures/seminars each week. 

    This course is part of the Option 1 RPN to BScN Program.


    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
 

  • Primary Health Care Across the Lifespan
  • Fee: $312.75
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: HLTH1002
    Date: 5/6/2025
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca for more information.

    Students explore concepts related to primary health care (PHC) nursing across the lifespan. Through the exploration of primary health care strategies, including screening programs, education, preventative care, clinical support, case management and navigation, students learn how a PHC focus enables patients, during each life stage, to optimize wellness, reduce the risks of acquiring a chronic disease and to better manage that disease. The course explores how nurses help clients achieve their health goals by implementing evidence-informed practice guidelines and techniques. Textbook required.

    Software Required: MS Teams 

    This course is part of the Option 1 RPN to BScN Program.

     

     


    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
 

  • Professional Transitions Theory for RPN's
  • Fee: $312.75
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: NURS1059
    Date/Time: May 6 - June 19
    Tuesday and Thursday
    9am-12pm
    Instructor(s): 
    Matt LeBlanc

    This course is designed to assist students to transition professional nursing practice gained in the RPN role to meet the Entry to Practice Competencies for RNs. Students will apply new and previous knowledge and critical thinking to enhance skills of analysis. Topics include use of evidence to support professional nursing practice, development of a professional self-concept, and exploration of the legal and ethical foundations of nursing practice. Textbook required.

    Software Required: MS Teams 

    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
     
 

  • Statistics
  • Fee: $312.75
    Delivery: MS Teams/Recording
    Course Code: MATH1002
    Date/Time: May 6- June 19
    Tuesday and Thursday
    9:00am- 12pm
    Instructor(s): 
    Helen Obilor

    In this course, students learn the foundational concepts and tests related to statistical analysis. Students use statistical software packages to develop and visualize statistic results. Students learn to communicate foundational statistical results, evaluate the statistical merit of arguments published in research articles, and articulate statistical analysis and its limitations to a variety of audiences. Textbook required.

    Software Required: MS Teams for scheduled lectures/seminars each week. 

    This course is part of the Option 1 RPN to BScN Program.

    For Spring 2025 semester: This course is completed in 7 weeks and not 15. Class sessions take place on MS Teams and the recording will be posted.
     
 

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