Option 1: Online and Interactive Classroom (MS Teams)   

To register for this course, you must have applied and accepted an offer for V1170AO RPN to BScN, through ontariocolleges.ca OR previously completed OPTION 1 course(s).

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.

To register for this course, you must have applied and accepted an offer for V1170AO RPN to BScN, through ontariocolleges.ca OR previously, completed OPTION 1 course(s).

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.

To register for this course, you must have applied and accepted an offer for V1170AO RPN to BScN, through ontariocolleges.ca OR previously completed OPTION 1 course(s).

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.

To register for this course, you must have applied and accepted an offer for V1170AO RPN to BScN, through ontariocolleges.ca OR have previously taken OPTION 1 courses.

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.

To register for this course, you must have applied and accepted an offer for V1170AO RPN to BScN, through ontariocolleges.ca OR have previously taken OPTION 1 courses.

*This course must be taken last.* 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. 

Additional Information: A lab experience will supplement this course. Students who receive an offer and acceptance into BScN semester 5 will be issued details/information about the lab, as a condition of entry into the BScN program.