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Option 2: Nursing Transformation Online   

Admission to the online bridging courses is made available to practicing RPNs through OCAS. Only accepted applicants are eligible to register for the courses listed below. 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. 

The courses listed below are currently being offered. This may not be the full list of required courses. View full program requirements here.
 
  • Biochemistry and Pathophysiology (PN-BScN) [CSSL1003]
  • Fee: $514.80
    Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
    Course Code: CSSL1003
    Dates: 4/1/2025 - 5/20/2025
    Course hours: 56
    Credits: 4.00

    In this course, you will relate clinical biochemistry to client disease states commonly encountered in nursing practice. Using a case-oriented approach, you will expand your knowledge of pathophysiology by interpreting the alterations in levels of key chemical markers in a variety of patient samples. You will explore the utility of clinical biochemistry as means of guiding disease diagnosis and clinical judgement in the evaluation of therapeutics. Textbook Required.

    This course is part of the RPN to BScN Bridging Program - Option 2. You must apply through OCAS and accept your offer. Only accepted applicants are eligible to register for this course.


    IMPORTANT: You will receive more information by email 1-2 business days prior to the course start. If you have registered for an Online - OntarioLearn course please review our Student Guide.  
     
 

  • Nursing Informatics (PN-BScN) [CSCM1008]
  • Fee: $410.55
    Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
    Course Code: CSCM1008
    Dates: 1/14/2025 - 4/22/2025
    ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
    To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.

    In this course, you will combine theoretical and experiential learning focused on the skills of socio-environmental, biopsychosocial, and physical health assessments with clients across the life span. This course includes theoretical and virtual lab components. Textbook Required. 

    This course is part of the RPN to BScN Program - Option 2. You must apply through OCAS and accept your offer. Only accepted applicants are eligible to register for this course.
 

  • Transition to the Role of a Registered Nurse (PN-BScN) [CSSL1004]
  • Fee: $410.55
    Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
    Course Code: CSSL1004
    Date: 1/14/2025
    THIS CLASS IS FULL. Contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca for more information.

    In this course, the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will build upon their prior knowledge of their professional nursing practice and reflect on their current role and practice as a RPN and nursing student to develop the knowledge and skills required to transition to the role of the Registered Nurse (RN).  This course will examine the theoretical foundations to facilitate this transition and introduce the learner to concepts as they relate to this transition. The roles of the RN will be explored using the College of Nurses’ (CNO) entry to practice competencies as a guide. Textbook required.

    This course is part of the RPN to BScN Program - Option 2. You must apply through OCAS and accept your offer. Only accepted applicants are eligible to register for this course.

    IMPORTANT: A lab experience will be a component of this course. Further information to come. There will be fees associated with the lab experience enrolment. 
 

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