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Universityof VictoriaWelcome to the Camosun College andUniversity of Victoria Nursing (BSN) ProgramInformation Session
Territorial AcknowledgementCamosun College is located in beautifulVictoria, British Columbia with campuses onthe Traditional Territories of the Lekwungenand W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledgetheir welcome and graciousness to thestudents who seek knowledge here.
Camosun College Camosun College is B.C.’s largest public college19,000 students1,200 faculty and staffPrograms range from arts and business to techand trades and university transfer Credentials include dual credits, certificates,diplomas, degrees, post-degree diplomas
COVID-19The health and wellbeing of students and staffremains the priority of Camosun College.The college’s COVID-19 Response Coordination Team ismonitoring the situation and ensuring measures are inplace to keep the college community safe.We’re ready for you. The college is planning for a mix inthe delivery of courses following guidelines from theProvincial Health Officer, WorkSafe BC and the B.C.Government.COVID-19 information and frequent updates are availableat: Camosun.ca/COVID19
School of Health & Human Services (HHS) Camosun College offers more than 15 health and human services programs,including degrees, post-degree diplomas, certificates, diplomas and universitytransfer courses. Our School, the School of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a place ofwarmth and caring. Our goal is to educate and support “flourishing Individuals, families andcommunities”.
Centre for Health and Wellness (CHW) All Health and Human Service (HHS) Programs except Dental aredelivered at the Centre for Health and Wellness (CHW) at InterurbanCampus The CHW brings together HHS Programs and allows a moreinterdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning The CHW provides twenty-first century learning environmentsincluding modern classrooms designed to foster active learning,hands-on labs, high technology simulation environments, and lots ofcollaboration spaces
Alex & Jo Campbell Centre for Health andWellness21st century education for outstanding health and wellness professionals 63.8 million investment 89,000 sq. ft. facility at Interurbancampus 800 students Latest in health education teaching Interdisciplinary approach is alignedwith Island Health
Alex & Jo Campbell Centre for Health andWellness21st century education for outstanding health and wellness professionals
Definition of a Registered NurseThe Canadian Nurses Association defines the RN as follows:RNs are self-regulated health-care professionals who workautonomously and in collaboration with others to enableindividuals, families, groups, communities and populationsto achieve their optimal levels of health. At all stages of life, insituations of health, illness, injury and disability, RNs deliverdirect health-care services, coordinate care and support clientsin managing their own health. RNs contribute to the health-caresystem through their leadership across a wide range of settingsin practice, education, administration, research and policy.**Retrieved from https://www.cna-aiic.ca/ racice-of-registered-nurses-in-canada.pdf?la en
What are the differences between different kindsof nursing programs?RegulatedNonregulatedLPNRNRPNNP2 yearprogram4 yearprogram2-4 yearprogramRN plusgraduatedegreeHCA7 Month ProgramHCA – Health Care AssistantLPN – Licensed PracticalNurseRN – Registered NurseRPN – Registered PsychiatricNurseNP – Nurse Practitioner
Overview of Program First 2.5 years at Camosun Next 1.5 years at UVIC Years 1 & 2 go from September to June Year 3 is from September to July Year 4 is from September to April
Review the BSN program pages online:Program OverviewCoursesCosts
Is a career as a Registered Nurse for you? You must have a strong sense of responsibility and an interest in the health and well- being ofindividuals, families and communities. You must have strong interpersonal, academic, technical and problem-solving skills; and the abilityto function both independently and as part of a team. You must recognize that the profession is both physically and mentally demanding and thatregistered nurses must be able to cope well in stressful environments. You must be able to respond professionally and knowledgeably to trauma, surgicalprocedures, and human suffering. You must have physical fitness—including good eyesight and hearing— andmental acuity. You must be competent in written and oral English, be able to accurately followwritten instructions, and understand fast paced verbal directions. Computer fluency is required during the program and eventualemployment.
Job Opportunities in Nursing Acute Care HospitalsComplex Care FacilitiesCommunity HealthHealth Education and CounsellingFederal, Provincial & Municipal AgenciesOccupational HealthFirst Nations HealthMental HealthResearchTravel NursingEducation
Career Building PossibilitiesGraduate degrees:Advanced practiceBSN:Entry-to-practiceOpportunity for practicefocus in Year 4Post-RN continuedlearning:OR, ER, ICU, etc.EducatorAdvanced certifications(ie. ACLS)ResearchLeadershipInformatics
Why Camosun College and theUniversity of Victoria Program? Advantage of attending both institutions and accessing the combinedresources available to students. Faculty with diverse areas of experiences, expertise, education andresearch. Strong student peer support network. Integrated course work with nursing practice. Wide range of teaching strategies, with a focus on experiential learning Use of low and high fidelity simulation labs to help integrate theoryinto practice. One of the highest number of clinical hours of any nursing program inCanada ( 1250 hrs. over 4 years) Access to a variety of clinical settings in Victoria Opportunity to go to national and international field schools for clinicalplacements Priority Seats for Students with Indigenous Ancestry
Readiness & Preparation for Success The BSN program is both challenging and rewarding.It may require on average of 3-4 hours/day or more of studying andpreparation outside of class time.You need to be well organized. It is challenging to catch up if you getbehind.Ensure you have a strong foundation in English, Math and BiologyIf possible take your 100-level English, Health111 and elective ahead of timeFinancial AspectsFamily and Friend SupportsVolunteer &/or work experience in thehealthcare fieldWorkload Issues
On-line application processhttps://www.educationplanner.bc.ca/
Competitive Admission Processfor the annual Fall -to-apply/index.htmlBSN Admissions Advisor, Deborah Delaney – debdelaney@camosun.ca
Student Services at CamosunAdmissions & RecruitmentThe Writing CentresCentre for Accessible LearningThe right start at CamosunHow can we help?Academic AdvisingAcademic UpgradingIndigenous Student SupportGuiding you on your educational journeyWhatever your need, we have an option for youFind your way and feel like you belong – with our helpFitness & RecreationFinancial Aid & AwardsCounselling CentreMake time for your well-beingFunding your educationSupporting your learning experienceSupporting you through life’s challenges
Thank youInspiring life-changing learningFOR MORE INFORMATION:Course Requirements andPrerequisitesBSN Program QuestionsBSN Admissions Advisor, Deb DelaneyDebDelaney@camosun.caBSN Chair, Dwayne Pettyjohnpettyjohnd@Camosun.bc.ca
Why Camosun College and the University of Victoria Program? Advantage of attending both institutions and accessing the combined resources available to students. Faculty with diverse areas of experiences, expertise, education and research. Strong student peer support network. Integrated course work with nursing practice.
