explores normal human anatomy and physiology. Students will develop an understanding of the interrelationships of all body systems, from the chemical and cellular levels to the level of the whole organism. Special emphasis is given to the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems.

focuses on the application of caring theory to interpersonal communications and relational practice. It emphasizes the development of the role of communicator in individual and group experiences and in professional relationships. Utilizing an experiential model, laboratory experiences focus on self-awareness, interpersonal skills and group dynamics.

introduces students to the profession of nursing. The metaparadigm concepts of person, environment, health, and nursing will serve as a fundamental framework for the exploration of nursing and health care systems.

explores normal human anatomy and physiology. Students will develop an understanding of the interrelationships of all body systems, from the chemical and cellular levels to the level of the whole organism. Special emphasis is given to the circulatory, respiratory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems, including pregnancy and delivery.

explores concepts related to the health assessment of individuals across the lifespan. The course will focus on the role of the nurse and development of competencies in health history interviewing, physical examination, interpretation of findings, and documentation.

explores nursing concepts and theories pertaining to health promotion/protection throughout the lifespan. Content includes principles of teaching/learning, introduction to community population health and primary health care concepts, and the determinants of health.

explores concepts and issues applicable to the health, wellbeing and nursing care/needs of the older adult. Emphasis will be placed on theories, normal physical changes, common chronic conditions, psychosocial, and ethical/legal issues associated with aging.

provides students with an opportunity to acquire beginning psychomotor competencies that are necessary for the provision of client comfort and safety.

allows students to integrate knowledge and practise the competencies acquired to date. The focus is the promotion, protection and maintenance of health for older individuals. During this clinical course, students will have the opportunity to provide care to clients with various health needs.

covers major concepts in women's reproductive health, and presents the nurse’s roles in facilitating the adaptation of families through all phases of the childbearing cycle. Other foci are adaptation to transitions, and nursing care of women experiencing alterations in reproductive health.

presents general concepts of disease processes and their impact on health. The course focuses on major pathophysiologic changes, including associated etiology, pathogenesis and clinical manifestations. Common illnesses are studied to illustrate these disease processes.

explores principles and concepts in the use medications for the management of common health problems across the lifespan. Nursing considerations and psychomotor competencies pertinent to traditional pharmaceuticals and commonly used natural health products (NHPs) are addressed.

incorporates a conceptual approach to focus on the nursing care of individuals and families, across the lifespan. The emphasis is on assisting persons experiencing alterations along them wellness continuum. This is the first of two courses with this focus.

allows students to apply knowledge and practise competencies acquired in NURS 2002. Clinical experiences are offered in the care of women and their families through the antenatal and postpartum phases of the childbearing cycle.

allows students to apply knowledge and competencies acquired through NURS 2015 and related courses. Clinical experiences are offered in a variety of settings to provide nursing care for clients across the lifespan.

allows students to integrate knowledge and competencies acquired through NURS 2015 and related courses. Clinical experiences are offered in a variety of settings to provide nursing care for clients across the lifespan.

allows students to integrate the knowledge and practise the competencies acquired to date in a consolidated clinical experience. The focus is on caring for clients with health alterations in an assigned clinical setting. This course is normally offered at the end of the Winter semester, beginning during the final week of the examination period.

focuses on the knowledge required to practice nursing in the community with a variety of clients including individuals, families, groups and communities. It further examines the principles of primary health care, population health, and their application in community health nursing as well as the multidimensional role of the nurse.

focuses on clients experiencing mental health issues and addictions across the lifespan. Issues affecting mental health, illness, and addictions are explored as well as treatment modalities.

uses a conceptual approach to focus on the nursing care of individuals and families, across the lifespan. The emphasis is on acquiring and applying knowledge for the care of persons experiencing alterations along the wellness continuum. This is the second of two courses with this focus, and builds on the foundation provided by NURS 2015.

builds on previously introduced research concepts. The research process is explored in depth including its inherent ethical and legal implications. Through critical appraisal of nursing research, students will develop skills to evaluate the suitability of research findings to promote safe, competent, evidence-informed care. The focus is on ensuring students become knowledgeable consumers of research and continue to question practice and contribute to knowledge discovery.

allows students to gain an understanding of the theories and principles related to professional development. Current issues and trends in nursing leadership and management will be explored within the context of nursing practice.

allows students to apply relevant theories and concepts of community health nursing acquired in NURS 3000 and related courses. Throughout clinical experience, students implement a client-centered approach to empower individuals, families, groups, or communities to improve health status.

allows students to apply theoretical knowledge and to practise competencies acquired in NURS 3001 and related courses. Clinical experiences related to the provision of nursing care for clients with mental illness and addictions are offered in a variety of settings.

allows students to apply knowledge and competencies acquired through NURS 3015 and related courses. Clinical experiences are offered in a variety of settings to provide nursing care for clients across the lifespan.

provides students with a consolidated experience in clinical settings. Students will further develop clinical competencies acquired in previous courses in the provision and coordination of nursing care.

provides an opportunity for students to consolidate and solidify knowledge from previous courses to address complex health care needs. Students critically appraise and synthesize concepts and theories of nursing, science and humanities through identifying and addressing salient issues impacting health and well-being at individual, family, community and population/environmental levels, and integrate higher level competencies for care.

promotes professional development through a professional framework for nursing practice. It includes a critical appraisal of current trends and issues within nursing, health care systems, and the global environment.

provides opportunities for practice in acute care psychiatric/mental health and community settings with individuals, families, and groups/aggregates. The application of community health and mental health knowledge and competencies, with a particular focus on the concepts of vulnerability/resilience, will be emphasized.

allows students to integrate and consolidate knowledge and competencies acquired throughout the program and apply them to community health nursing practice. Using a primary health care framework, the student participates in strategies that facilitate the mobilization of communities toward health.

allows students to engage in nursing practice with a diverse client population along the wellness continuum. The course enables students to integrate and synthesize knowledge as they further develop their professional roles and responsibilities.