BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (B.SC.N.) (S118)

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1 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (B.SC.N.) (S118) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Bachelor of Science in Nursing S118 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus / Ryerson University 4 years (8 semesters) TUITION $6, * ADDITIONAL COST *Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ryerson University Bachelors Degree YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) is a four-year collaborative nursing degree 2 program between George Brown College, Ryerson University and Centennial College. This program meets new entry-to-practice requirements adopted by the College of Nurses of Ontario and confers on the graduate a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) from Ryerson University. Note: This baccalaureate degree is now a requirement for those wanting to work as a Registered Nurse in Ontario. The program is offered at three sites: George Brown College Ryerson University Centennial College As a George Brown student, you'll spend your first two years studying on-site at our award-winning, state-of-the-art Waterfront Campus 3. You will then join the Centennial and Ryerson cohorts to complete your final two years at Ryerson University. You clinical practice will be supervised by George Brown College faculty. For more information on this collaboration, please visit nursingdegree.ca The program is committed to preparing nursing leaders who are highly competent, knowledgeable and committed to playing an integral role in shaping our health care future. As a student in this program, you'll have the opportunity to take courses in: nursing theory and practice the arts biological sciences humanities This program will teach you to work with: persons and communities of diverse backgrounds and ages degrees of health and illnesses in a variety of contexts George Brown faculty are: Students are placed in a wide range of nursing practice settings and multiplicity of nursing roles. Nursing experiences occur primarily in community settings and hospitals within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Travel to various agencies throughout Toronto is an expectation. PART TIME STUDY OPTIONS Internationally educated nurses who do not possess the equivalent of a B.Sc.N. and need a bridging program to Post-R.N. accreditation, may be interested in the Academic Pathway for Nurses program. See the Continuing Education Course Guide at coned.georgebrown.ca PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES A degree program must meet a substantial and common set of learning outcomes that are critical to programs within a degree level educational environment. These include: Four Degree Standards, and the knowledge and skills expectations under each of these, as published by the Postsecondary Education Quality Assessment Board. Learning outcomes in the core subjects/courses which provide exposure to increasingly complex theory at the degree level, and which enable graduates to meet or exceed the requirements of the field of study and/or practice, relevant professional or accrediting bodies, and which are consistent with similar programs in Ontario and other jurisdictions. A breadth requirement that includes coherent and substantive non-core subjects/courses which contribute to the achievement of broader skills and knowledge beyond the core subject area, such as critical thinking and communication skills, knowledge of society and culture, etc. View degree program standards and outcomes 4, by program. Source: Postsecondary Education Quality Assessment Board (PEQAB) website 5 experts in professional nursing practice and teaching of nursing leaders within the nursing community actively engaged in clinical nursing practice and research

2 REQUIRED COURSES YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1 NSE11A NSE12A NSE13A BLG10A FNN111 PSY102 SEMESTER 2 NSE11B NSE12B NSE13B BLG10B NSE112 PSY302 YEAR 2 SEMESTER 3 NSE21A NSE22A PAT20A NUR80A PSY402 Course name Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Nursing Practice I Assessment of the Healthy Individual Anatomy and Physiology Nutrition for Nursing Practice Psychology of Individual Human Behaviour Liberal Studies Elective Course name Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Nursing Practice I Assessment of the Healthy Individual Anatomy and Physiology Social, Political and Economic Perspectives Psychology: Child Development Course name Nursing Theory II: Individual and Family Nursing Practice II: Acute and Chronic Care Nursing: Pathotherapeutics Nursing Implications Nursing: Nursing Research, Measurement and Applications Psychology: Adult Development Liberal Studies Elective SEMESTER 4 Course name NSE21B Nursing Theory II: Individual and Family NSE22B Nursing Practice II: Acute and Chronic Care PAT20B Nursing: Pathotherapeutics Nursing Implications NUR80B Nursing: Nursing Research, Measurement and Applications SOC104 Sociology: Introduction to Social Analysis Liberal Studies Elective SEMESTER 6 NSE31B NSE32B NSE306 Professional Elective Liberal Studies Elective YEAR 4 SEMESTER 7 NSE407 NSE417 Professional Elective Liberal Studies Elective Course name Nursing Theory III: Community Nursing Nursing Practice III: Community Nursing Professional Development II: Leadership and Management Concepts Course name Professional Development III: Current and Future Perspectives Nursing Practice IV SEMESTER 8 Course name NSE418 Nursing Practice V Professional Elective PROFESSIONAL ELECTIVES Course name NUR820 Gerontological and Geriatric Nursing NUR823 Acute Care and Traumatic Conditions NUR824 Women s Health NUR825 Family Health NUR826 Community Mental Health NUR827 End of Life Care Note: Students are required to take three lower level Liberal Studies electives over four possible semesters (Year 1 and Year 2). YEAR 3 SEMESTER 5 Course name NSE31A Nursing Theory III: Community Nursing NSE32A Nursing Practice III: Community Nursing PHL302 Philosophy: Ethics and Health Care Professional Elective Liberal Studies Elective

3 YOUR CAREER Following successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to write the Registered Nursing examination. After passing the examination, graduates will be granted a Certificate of Registration by the College of Nurses of Ontario and be eligible to practice as Registered Nurses in the province of Ontario. Registered Nurses meet a wide range of health-care needs, from simple to complex, providing care to: individuals families groups communities populations Registered Nurses take a broad approach to client care, and analyze and synthesize a wide range of information using a variety of theories and clinical tools. Registered Nurses work independently or as members of a health-care team. They provide nursing leadership to the care team and act as co-ordinators of care for clients whose needs are complex. In specific circumstances, Registered Nurses who meet certain criteria have additional authority to perform select controlled acts without an order and to delegate controlled acts. Registered Nurses are expected to adhere to the standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario. These standards require them to be accountable for their decisions and actions and to maintain competence throughout their careers. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent Grade 12 English (ENG4U) Grade 12 Biology (SBI4U) Grade 12 Chemistry (SCH4U) Grade 11 Math (M or U) MCF3M, MCR3U or Grade 12 (U) MHF4U, MCV4U, MDM4U This is a highly competitive program. As a result, all applications, including all supporting documentation (official transcripts, Supplementary Application Forms, outstanding grades etc.) must be received on, or before the equal consideration deadline. What You Need: This program is open to domestic applicants only. Ontario Secondary School Diploma with six Grade 12 (M or U) courses including Grade 12 English (ENG4U), Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), and Grade 11 Mathematics (M or U) or Grade 12 (U) one of Functions and Applications (MCF3M), Functions and Relations (MCR3U), Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U). ENG4U/EAE4U is the preferred English credit. The grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the range) will be subject to competition. Applicants applying as Mature Students must be 21 years of age by December 31 of the year in which they will commence studies; must have been away from formal education for at least two years; and must be Canadian Citizens, or permanent residents, or sponsored by a Canadian governmental agency. For additional information on documentation, please visit: georgebrown.ca/nursingdegree Mature students must also have Grade 12 (U) courses (or equivalent) in English, Biology and Chemistry, and Math at the 12U or Grade 11 (M or U level), or higher The grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the range or higher) will be subject to competition. All applicants not currently enrolled in a full time high school program, or, at the request of George Brown College, must also complete the Collaborative Nursing Supplementary Application Form. Applicants applying as Mature Students must be 21 years of age by December 31 of the year in which they will commence studies; must have been away from formal education for at least two years; and must be Canadian Citizens, or permanent residents, or sponsored by a Canadian governmental agency. For additional information on documentation, please visit: georgebrown.ca/nursingdegree Mature students must also have Grade 12 (U) courses (or equivalent) in English, Biology and Chemistry, and Math at the 12U or Grade 11 (M or U level), or higher The grade(s) required in the subject prerequisites (normally in the range or higher) will be subject to competition. Applicants who have been absent from full-time formal education for a period of 10 years or longer must repeat prerequisite subjects to ensure currency of knowledge and preparedness for the program. Applicants with prior university or college study must present a minimum combined grade point average (CGPA) of 2.33 (C+) and be considered In Good Standing with no failures in core prerequisite subjects in order to be considered. Higher CGPAs/averages may be required subject to competition. Only applications to the first year of the Nursing program will be considered, and consideration is limited to applicants without prior post-secondary studies in Nursing. Advanced standing for students with prior Nursing studies cannot be considered. This is a Collaborative program that follows Ryerson University s Admissions Policy on the collection of documents, You are personally responsible for the submission of both secondary and all post-secondary school academic transcripts, regardless of the date of completion and the country of origin. You should make all the necessary arrangements for submission of required transcripts at the time of application to ensure documents are received by applicable deadlines. Academic studies required for admission must be completed or in progress at the time of application. Transcripts must show the individual marks or grades achieved in each course or subject taken, as well as the diploma/degree awarded (if applicable). If your documents are in a language other than English, you must provide the documents in the original language, as well as certified/notarized literal English translations.

4 A TOEFL score of 580 (paper), or Internet Based or equivalent, where applicable Subject to competition, candidates may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum. ADDITIONAL NURSING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS In accordance with the policy of the program, the Public Hospitals Act, other legislation and the requirements of the practice placement settings, the Practice Requirements Record must be completed in its entirety by your health-care provider and all supporting documents must be attached. Practice Requirements Record form with full instructions can be obtained from the Central Placement Office (CPO) website. Communicable diseases immunization details as specified in the Practice Requirements Record. Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Reference Checks are done to protect clientele who are considered vulnerable persons. A clear police check means that there is currently no police record found for that individual in the jurisdiction surveyed. A not clear police check means that there is a police record found for the individual for an undisclosed reason. Students are required to keep the original vulnerable sector screening police reference check. It is the placement agency that will make the decision whether or not to accept the student for placement. This agency decision may require the student to self-disclose the particulars of the not clear police check. Students have the right to not disclose the particulars of the not clear police check. STUDENTS DENIED PLACEMENT BY THE AGENCY ON THE GROUNDS OF A NOT CLEAR POLICE CHECK WILL NOT BE ABLE TO COMPLETE THEIR PRACTICE PLACEMENT AND WILL JEOPARDIZE THEIR PROGRESS IN THE PROGRAM. International students will need to retain the police clearance document that was used to obtain their study permit. Students who live in the City of Toronto must obtain an application form from the CPO at the Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing. Students who live in other municipalities or provinces must obtain the application from their local police agency. Students are required to be tested and fitted for a respiratory mask. Students will then carry a card with them that indicates the type and model of mask they have been tested for. At time of testing, students must remove facial hair and any clothing covering their face to ensure a proper seal. Likewise, in the event that students are required to wear a mask during their placement, students must remove facial hair and any clothing that covers their face. Students are required to obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Only Healthcare Professional (HCP) level certification will be accepted. Students who fail to meet the above requirements will not be permitted to begin their nursing practice courses and will be subject to academic penalties. In addition, all nursing students, in order to practice nursing, must be active participants, working with and providing care to diverse populations inclusive of male, female and transgender individuals. Students who are unable to meet this requirement will jeopardize their progress in the program. Before undertaking this program, students should be aware that, under the provisions of the Regulated Health Profession and Nursing Acts, to qualify to write the College of Nurses registration exams they must: be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada or be authorized under the Immigration Act (Canada); not have any criminal convictions, including those under the Narcotic Control and Food and Drugs Acts; not have been the subject of proceedings with respect to professional misconduct, incompetence or incapacity in another health profession in Ontario, or in nursing in another jurisdiction; not be suffering from a mental or physical disorder which makes it desirable in the public interest that you not practice. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION CERTIFICATION All students are required to maintain BCLS HCP Level and Basic Rescuer First Aid Level C throughout the program. ADDITIONAL MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement. POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE VALID ANNUALLY) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement.

5 When I started Nursing at George Brown College, I had an idea of what I wanted to do as a nurse in the future, but I really had no idea of the limitless opportunities. I think it s the best career if you re somebody who wants variety and change and to always be in an exciting, ever-changing career. Gita McAllister (2010 graduate, Bachelor of Science in Nursing) HEALTH POLICY Students are required to: Submit a completed Collaborative Program Immunization Package prior to the commencement of the first year of the program; this package can be accessed on the Ryerson Nursing website at Provide evidence of yearly monitoring for tuberculosis (either a tuberculin test or chest x-ray). Maintain their immunization status as current. Have a flu vaccination each fall. CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION CERTIFICATION All students are required to maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support Health Care Provider (BCLS HCP) Level and Basic Rescuer First Aid Level C certification throughout the program. CONTACT US Phone: , ext [email protected] For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

6 FAMILY PRACTICE NURSING (POSTGRADUATE) PROGRAM (S415) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Family Practice Nursing S415 Health Sciences Waterfront / Online Learning Environment 2 semesters TUITION $3, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. STARTING MONTH PROGRAM SUSPENDED CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs 2 page for more information. PLEASE NOTE: This program is suspended for Fall Family Practice Nursing (postgraduate) is a two-semester intensive program that supports Registered Nurses (RNs) in primary care to ensure they have the competencies needed to practice to full scope and fully participate as members of interprofessional health-care teams across Ontario and Canada. More than 200 family health teams and other primary care clinics have been created in Ontario over the past 10 years. As this number continues to grow, so will the demand for RNs who are specialized in this field. RNs new to primary care:this program will give you an opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills required to provide comprehensive client-centered care across the life span within an interprofessional team-based primary care setting in the specialized field of primary care. Experienced primary care RNs: This course will enhance your scope of practice in the provision of comprehensive client-centred care to individuals and families across the lifespan and across a range of primary care contexts and settings. During this program you will: Interact within a technology-rich environment, as courses are predominantly online. Travel to the Waterfront Campus twice in the first semester (total of 4-5 days) for face-to-face classroom/lab instruction sessions. Participate in a 12-week preceptored clinical placement in a primary care team setting, if you're a novice RN. Develop/participate in a clinical project, if you're an experienced primary care RN. Our students are exposed to a variety of co-operative learning experiences including: classroom setting online learning simulated laboratory practice Theoretical knowledge and skills are applied in a primary care setting during a 12-week clinical placement/project in the second semester of the program. Students work collaboratively with a variety of healthcare team members to provide efficient and effective team-based care. The knowledge and skills gained in this program will promote the development of current and future primary care RNs to fully utilize their knowledge and skills to work effectively in primary care settings such as: family health teams community health centres Aboriginal access centres NP-led clinics any other primary care setting REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 NURS4070 NURS4071 NURS4072 NURS4073 SEMESTER 2 NURS4074 NURS4075 Course Name Canadian Health-Care System (online) Assessment and Management Part 1 and 2 (online and face to face) Using Research to Enhance Family Practice Nursing (online) Quality, Risk and Workflow Management (online) Course Name Leadership and Advocacy (online) Family Practice Clinical Practicum ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS RN, Certificate of Competence, College of Nurses of Ontario without practice restrictions BCLS (Heart and Stroke Foundation), HCP Level Interview - All applicants are interviewed by telephone or in person. Resumé RN currently practicing or aspiring to practice in family practice nursing within a primary care context. COURSE EXEMPTIONS: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information.

7 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ADDITIONAL MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Pre-placement Health Form Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement Police Vulnerable Sector Check (must be valid annually) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement I have achieved an attitude of confidence that nursing can indeed make a difference as part of the needed interdisciplinary health care team. It is my belief, the Family Practice Nursing Program mentors the mind, spirit and professional capabilities to build meaningful careers in primary health care. Joan King, RN, BScN Ed, Primary Care Nurse, Loyalist Family Health Team "The course gives nurses insights into what it means to work to your full scope of practice and excellent grounding in the functioning of inter-professional teams, as well as exposure to tools that support leadership efforts to facilitate high performing teams." Debby Martin, RN, BScN I am very excited to endorse George Brown College s innovative new program designed to prepare Registered Nurses to work in family practice. This program is long overdue. Nurses in family practice (primary care) have used their basic nursing knowledge and gained on the job experience in order to become experts in areas such as chronic disease management, patient education, prenatal and pediatric care, geriatrics and counselling. With the increased number of family health teams and clinics dedicated to primary care, nurses are in high demand to work in this interdisciplinary setting. Until now there has not been a specific program dedicated to preparing our nurses for this dynamic and exciting area of nursing. I congratulate George Brown College for providing this program and hope it will inspire the introduction of similar nursing programs across Canada. Ann Alsaffar, RN President, CFPNA (Canadian Family Practice Nurses Association/Association des infirmières canadiennes en médecine familiale) CONTACT US Sheilagh Callahan, Program Co-ordinator Phone: , ext [email protected] For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

8 PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (PSW) PATHWAY TO PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM (S119) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Personal Support Worker Pathway to Practical Nursing S119 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 14 weeks (1 semester) TUITION $1, * ADDITIONAL COST *Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for one semester of the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION George Brown College Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs 2 page for more information. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Students may qualify for financial assistance under the Ontario Special Bursary Program. Please contact our Financial Assistance Office 3 for details, or visit georgebrown.ca/nursing Personal Support Worker Pathway to Practical Nursing is a onesemester program that prepares Personal Support Worker (PSW) graduates for entry into the Practical Nursing (PN) program. This program provides you with foundational knowledge of: biology chemistry mathematics health and wellness English language skills Created and designed by the faculty, this 224-hour program has a 14-week duration. Courses are scheduled between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. from Monday to Friday. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 4 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 5 REQUIRED COURSES BIOL1046 COMM1006 GCSI1020 MATH1004 CHEM1046 NURS1098 Course Name Foundations in Human Biology for Health Sciences Pathways English Health and Wellness Mathematics Foundations in Chemistry for Health Sciences The PN Role and Interprofessional Relationships YOUR CAREER In light of the growing need for health-care providers, both regulated and unregulated, graduates from the PSW Pathway program will have acquired foundational knowledge in the sciences, math, humanities and communications to prepare them for their study to become Registered Practical Nurses. Should graduates choose not to move on to the Practical Nursing program, they will exit the program with an enhanced understanding of the sciences and math related to the practice of nursing. The English course that has been developed for this program will prepare graduates for career advancement in terms of written and spoken English. Earnings once they complete the PSW Pathway program will vary dependent upon the employing agency, but PSWs can earn up to $18 or more an hour. FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS Graduates of this program who fulfill all course requirements and achieve an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher may be eligible to be offered a seat in the Practical Nursing full-time program at George Brown College. Successful candidates will be required to start the S121 program in the semester immediately following completion of S119. For example, eligible students completing S119 in December, will start S121 in January, and eligible students completing S119 in April will start S121 in September. It is the responsibility of students transferring into S121 to ensure they meet all special requirements for S121 by the deadlines provided, including police vulnerable sector check (renewed annually) and submission of health records. More information can be found on the S121 program page 6. There may be some graduates who opt not to enter the Practical Nursing program but see the added learning as a benefit to their existing career as a PSW. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Personal Support Worker (PSW) graduate (Ontario College Certificate from a College of Applied Art and Technology (CAAT) college), with a minimum grade point average of 3.0.

9 Please note: Successful candidates will be required to start the S121 program in the semester immediately following completion of S119. S119 students completing in December, will start S121 in January. S119 students completing in April will start S121 in September. It is the responsibility of students transferring into S121 to ensure they meet all special requirements for S121 by the deadlines provided, including police vulnerable sector check and submission of health records. More information can be found on the S121 program page 7. CONTACT US Phone: , ext Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

10 PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (PSW) PROGRAM (C112) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Personal Support Worker C112 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 2 semesters TUITION $3, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs 2 page for more information. Personal Support Worker (PSW) is a program that trains you to provide or assist with personal care for: the elderly the chronically ill people with physical disabilities living in the community people in long-term care facilities people in select ambulatory care settings Over the course of two semesters, you will learn the full range of skills required to assist people with their personal and household needs so as to ensure their comfort and safety. Courses focus on the skills and abilities needed to create a climate that promotes the optimal physical, social and emotional well-being of each client. PART TIME STUDY OPTIONS George Brown College also offers this certificate program part-time. For a Continuing Education Course Guide, visit coned.georgebrown.ca. FIELD STUDY OPTIONS You will also learn essential skills that will enable you to practice as a member of an interprofessional care team. You will have the opportunity to build confidence as you practice your newly learned skills during supervised placements in institutional and community settings and in interprofessional simulation centres. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Program standards apply to all similar programs of instruction offered by colleges across the province. Each program standard for a postsecondary program of instruction includes the following elements: Vocational standard (the vocationally specific learning outcomes which apply to the program in question), Essential employability skills (the essential employability skills learning outcomes which apply to all programs of instruction), and General education requirement (the requirement for general education in postsecondary programs of instruction). The vocational and components of program standards are expressed in terms of learning outcomes. Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved and verified. View standards and outcomes 3 by program. Source: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities website 4 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 ANAT1065 PSW1157 PSW1001 PSW1002 PSW1014 PSW1015 PSW1003 PSW1004 MATH1134 Course Name Foundations in Anatomy and Physiology for the Personal Support Worker Communication Skills for the Personal Support Worker Role of the Personal Support Worker in Client Care Providing Optimal Client Support and Personal Care (lecture) Providing Optimal Client Support and Personal Care (lab) Providing Optimal Client Support and Personal Care (practicum) Strategies for Observing and Assessing the Personal Support Worker Client Interpersonal and Interprofessional Relationships I Math and Measurement for the Personal Support Worker

11 SEMESTER 2 CARE1101 CARE1103 CARE 1086 PSW1101 PSW1102 PSW1011 NUTR1021 NUTR1022 YOUR CAREER Course Name Providing Client Care in the Institutional Health-care Setting Caring for the Client in the Community Client Conditions and Treatment Interventions for the Personal Support Worker The Personal Support Worker in Interprofessional Practice (theory) The Personal Support Worker in Interprofessional Practice (simulation) Interpersonal and Interprofessional Relationships II Nutrition Nutrition Lab Graduates find employment opportunities in: ambulatory care settings long-term care facilities residential and supportive housing community support agencies FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS Graduates of the PSW program may choose to enter the Nursing profession. Graduates of the program who maintain a 3.0 grade point average (B average) may opt to apply to the PSW Pathway to Practical Nursing program (S119) 5 or may apply to the Practical Nursing program (S121) 6 directly if they meet all admission requirements. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent** Grade 12 English (C or U) ** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older) COURSE EXEMPTIONS: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ADDITIONAL MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE VALID ANNUALLY) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Our agency partners have the final decision for students being allowed to practice in their agency. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement. PROGRAM HEALTH POLICY Students are required to: Submit a completed health record; date for submission of completed health record passports for semester 1 students will be outlined in the welcome letter students receive from the Program Chair. The Health Record form can be obtained from the website at georgebrown.ca/nursing Provide evidence of yearly monitoring for tuberculosis (either a tuberculin test or chest x-ray). Maintain their immunization status as current. Maintain a current annual flu vaccination. Complete mask fit testing as part of the health record passport. Note: Students who are unable to comply with the program s health policy requirements will be unable to complete their field placement and therefore will be unable to graduate. CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR-HCP) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION All students must successfully complete the approved Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation CPR course Basic Cardiac Life Support Health Care Provider (BCLS HCP) Level annually, and a Standard First Aid Certificate course, before commencing the Clinical Applications courses. These requirements are a prerequisite for entry into the clinical practicum.

12 CLINICAL PRE-PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Students must meet all medical and legal requirements for this program outlined on the pre-placement health form, which may take up to four months to complete. Also, students will not be eligible to participate in Clinical Applications activities in the clinical area if they do not hold current CPR-HCP and First Aid certificates. Current means up-to-date on a yearly basis for CPR-HCP. The First Aid certification is valid for three years. It is the student s responsibility to arrange for and take the CPR-HCP and First Aid courses outside of regularly scheduled classes. CPR-HCP and First Aid certificates must be presented to the student s assigned Clinical Applications professor on or before the first clinical practice day of each semester in order for the student to take part in clinical practice in the agency assigned. Completion of the pre-placement program health form requirements is mandatory for all PSW students. Students who have not completed all health form requirements by the specified deadline will not be eligible to attend the clinical setting until all requirements are met. Please keep a copy of your completed Health Record Form for your own records. The completed documentation must be in the Health Requirements File prior to the student being eligible to commence any clinical practice experiences. The college recommends that you obtain the hepatitis B vaccination for your own safety prior to entry into the program. The Health Record Form can be obtained from the Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing website at georgebrown.ca/nursing For more information and to download your specific program health form, visit georgebrown.ca/preplacement CONTACT US Phone: , ext [email protected] For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

13 PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM (PN) (S121) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Practical Nursing S121 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 2 years (4 semesters) TUITION $4, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Diploma YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 Please note: This program does not accept International students. International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs 2 page for more information. Practical Nursing is a two-year program that teaches you the necessary skills required to enter the profession of practical nursing. The program has been designed to meet the new entry-to-practice requirements adopted by the College of Nurses of Ontario 3 and new program standards set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities 4. This program is a College of Nurses of Ontario Category 2 5 approved program that provides you with the opportunity to acquire knowledge of: nursing human anatomy physiology pharmacology pathology the humanities Students will have an opportunity to apply what they have learned in the classroom and interprofessional simulations in a variety of health-care settings. Following successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to write the national Registered Practical Nursing examination (CPNRE) 6 and the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Jurisprudence examination 7. After passing these examinations, graduates are granted a Certificate of Registration by the College of Nurses of Ontario 8 and will be eligible to practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in the province of Ontario 9. The George Brown College Practical Nursing program graduates achieved a 98.1% passing rate for first time writers on the CPNRE in 2012 and a 98.5% passing rate in Placement test: Based upon mandatory placement testing, some students may be required to enrol in courses aimed at enhancing profession-based written and verbal English language skills. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Program standards apply to all similar programs of instruction offered by colleges across the province. Each program standard for a postsecondary program of instruction includes the following elements: Vocational standard (the vocationally specific learning outcomes which apply to the program in question), Essential employability skills (the essential employability skills learning outcomes which apply to all programs of instruction), and General education requirement (the requirement for general education in postsecondary programs of instruction). The vocational and essential employability skills 10 components of program standards are expressed in terms of learning outcomes. Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved and verified. View standards and outcomes 11 by program. Source: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities website 12 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 Course name ANAT1052 Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nursing I NURS1026 Profession of Nursing I NURS 1067 Foundations of Nursing Theory NURS1086 Clinical Applications I (lecture) NURS1087 Clinical Applications I (lab) NURS1088 Clinical Applications I (practicum) COMM1007 College English MATH1135 Mathematical and Pharmacological Foundations for Practical Nurses GNED General Education Elective GSSC1057 Lifespan Development SEMESTER 2 ANAT1053 PATH1016 NURS1027 NURS1030 NURS1057 NURS1068 Course name Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nursing II Pathology and Therapeutics I Nursing Theory for Practical Nurses I Clinical Applications II Pharmacology for Practical Nurses I Health Assessment in Clinical Practice I

14 SEMESTER 3 PATH1017 NURS1028 NURS1059 NURS2018 NURS2016 NURS2023 NURS1147 SEMESTER 4 NURS2017 NURS2020 GSSC1120 GNED PATH2016 PRACTICUM NURS2024 Course name Pathology and Therapeutics II Nursing Theory for Practical Nurses II Pharmacology for Practical Nurses II Clinical Applications III Profession of Nursing II Health Assessment in Clinical Practice II Critical Enquiry for Practical Nursing Course name Nursing Theory for Practical Nurses III Clinical Applications IV Sociological Perspectives General Education Elective Pathology & Therapeutics III Course name Clinical Applications V Consolidation Due to ongoing program review and improvements to meet the College of Nurses of Ontario entry-to-practice requirements, semester courses are subject to change with limited notice. Such changes will be reflected on the website and via correspondence sent out to semester students prior to start-up and/or return. YOUR CAREER Graduates of Practical Nursing programs have employment opportunities in practice settings such as: acute care hospitals and community long-term care rehabilitation other health-care facilities organizations and agencies that require nursing knowledge and expertise ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent** Grade 12 English (C or U) - English with a grade of 70 or higher. Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U) - Mathematics with a grade of 60 or higher. Grade 11 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 (U) - Biology with a grade of 70 or higher. Grade 11 Chemistry (U) or Grade 12 (C or U) - Chemistry with a grade of 60 or higher. ** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older) - Mature applicants are eligible to test for Mathematics, Science and English. Please note:subject to competition, candidates may be required to have averages / grades above the minimum stated. Course Exemptions: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE VALID ANNUALLY) In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement PROGRAM HEALTH POLICY Students are required to: Submit a completed health record; date for submission of completed health record passports for semester 1 students will be outlined in the welcome letter students receive from the Program Chair. The Health Record form can be obtained from the website at georgebrown.ca/nursing Provide evidence of yearly monitoring for tuberculosis (either a tuberculin test or chest x-ray). Maintain their immunization status as current. Maintain a current annual flu vaccination. Complete mask fit testing as part of the health record passport.

15 Note: Students who are unable to comply with the program s health policy requirements will be unable to complete their field placement and therefore will be unable to graduate. Please keep a copy of your completed Health Record Form for your own records. The completed documentation must be in the Health Requirements File prior to the student being eligible to commence any clinical practice experiences. The college recommends that you obtain the hepatitis B vaccination for your own safety prior to entry into the program. The Health Record Form can be obtained from the Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing website at georgebrown.ca/nursing For more information and to download your specific program health form, visit georgebrown.ca/preplacement CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR-HCP) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION All students must successfully complete the approved Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation CPR course Basic Cardiac Life Support Health Care Provider (BCLS HCP) Level annually, and a Standard First Aid Certificate course, before commencing the Clinical Applications courses. These requirements are a prerequisite for entry into the clinical practicum. Students will not be eligible to participate in Clinical Applications activities in the clinical area if they do not hold current CPR-HCP and First Aid certificates. Current means up-to-date on a yearly basis for CPR-HCP. The First Aid certification is valid for three years. It is the student s responsibility to arrange for and take the CPR-HCP and First Aid courses outside of regularly scheduled classes. CPR-HCP and First Aid certificates must be presented to the student s assigned Clinical Applications professor on or before the first clinical practice day of each semester in order for the student to take part in clinical practice in the agency assigned. With Julia s confidence and knowledge base, one might have mistaken the dynamic 50-something-year-old for a professor when she was a Nursing student enrolled in the Bridging R.P.N. to B.Sc.N. program, a joint initiative between George Brown College and Trent University. During her R.P.N. diploma program, Julia gained the hands-on experience she would need as a registered nurse. She did a fourmonth internship in the palliative care unit at Toronto Grace Hospital. They liked her work so much they offered her a paid position. Currently, she tends to individuals who are at the end of their lives. It s a place where people are going forward to the next stage of life, and our job is to provide them with the best possible care, she says. Julia Phelan (2008 graduate, Practical Nursing) CONTACT US Phone: , ext [email protected] Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Alternatively, you may visit us at the Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing located on 7th floor of the Waterfront Campus to speak with our reception staff or arrange to speak with one of our Coordinators during regular business hours. For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE

16 George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

17 REGISTERED NURSE - CRITICAL CARE NURSING PROGRAM (POSTGRADUATE) (S402) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing S402 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 16 weeks (1 semester) TUITION $2, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for one semesterof the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 Registered Nurse - Critical Care is a one-semester program thatprepares Registered Nurses to give competent care to critically ill individuals and their families. The combined theory and clinical courses encompass the level 1, 2 and 3 Critical Care Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care. This program is offered on campus or online. Structured clinical courses provide nurses with a safe learning environment to practice critical care knowledge, skills and judgement in critical care units across the Greater Toronto Area. Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a restricted number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES NURS4059 NURS4042 NURS4043 NURS4044 Course Name Critical Care Nursing-Theory and Labs Critical Care Nursing-Practicum-General Critical Care Nursing-Theory-Advanced Critical Care Nursing-Practicum-Advanced YOUR CAREER GRADUATES ARE PREPARED TO WORK IN A VARIETY OF MEDICAL UNITS INCLUDING: medical-surgical neuro-surgical trauma coronary cardiovascular intensive care Many hospitals have chosen our program (through sponsorship) to prepare their nurses for working in this dynamic specialty field. As a result of the current shortage of critical care nurses in Ontario, employment opportunities continue to expand. FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS See ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS RN, Certificate of Competence, College of Nurses of Ontario without practice restrictions, and BCLS (Heart and Stroke Foundation), HCP Level Interview - All applicants are interviewed by telephone or in person. Resumé One year of medical/nursing experience in Ontario. If taking this course as a non-sponsored student (independent student), students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for this program. COURSE EXEMPTIONS College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a restricted number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience.

18 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at Students must submit proof of a satisfactory medical examination before entering field placement. Students who are unable to provide a clear medical examination result to the college will not be able to start their field placement and therefore will be unable to complete the program. CONTACT US For more information on this program, please contact: Nazlin Allidina , ext [email protected] or Anisa Khan , ext [email protected] or Colleen Alleyne , ext [email protected] For general information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

19 REGISTERED NURSE - CRITICAL CARE NURSING PROGRAM (ONLINE) (POSTGRADUATE) (S422) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing S422 Health Sciences Waterfront / Online Learning Environment 8 months TUITION $2, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for one semester of the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing is an eight-month online postgraduate certificate program that prepares Registered Nurses to provide competent care for critically ill individuals and their families. The combined theory and clinical courses encompass the level 1, 2 and 3 Critical Care Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care. This program is offered on campus or online. Structured clinical courses provide nurses with a safe learning environment to practice critical care knowledge, skills and judgement in critical care units across the Greater Toronto Area. ALTERNATIVE STUDY OPTIONS ONLINE The Critical Care Nursing program is available through online delivery. Live classes will be offered twice a week on Collaborate Live, and sessions are recorded for viewing at a later time. Clinical practicum will be offered in the Greater Toronto Area. This option may be of interest to nurses who require a more flexible learning pace. Students progress as a group with weekly modules and interact with classmates through Collaborate Live. Faculty are available to students for extra tutorials. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES NURS4065 NURS4062 NURS4063 NURS4064 Course Name Critical Care Nursing - Theory and Labs Critical Care Nursing - General Practicum Critical Care Nursing - Advanced Theory Critical Care Nursing - Advanced Practical

20 Note: Due to ongoing program improvements, courses are subject to change without notice. YOUR CAREER Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of medical units including: medical-surgical neuro-surgical trauma coronary cardiovascular intensive care Many hospitals have chosen our program (through sponsorship) to prepare their nurses for working in this dynamic specialty field. As a result of the current shortage of critical care nurses in Ontario, employment opportunities continue to expand. FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS See ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS RN, Certificate of Competence, College of Nurses of Ontario without practice restrictions BCLS (Heart and Stroke Foundation), HCP Level Interview - All applicants are interviewed by telephone or in person. Resumé One year of medical/nursing experience in Ontario. If taking this course as a non-sponsored student (independent student), students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for this program. CONTACT US For more information on this program, please contact: Nazlin Allidina , ext [email protected] or Anisa Khan , ext [email protected] or Colleen Alleyne , ext [email protected] For general information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program. COURSE EXEMPTIONS: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at Students must submit proof of a satisfactory medical examination before entering field placement. Students who are unable to provide a clear medical examination result to the college will not be able to start their field placement and therefore will be unable to complete the program.

21 REGISTERED NURSE - OPERATING ROOM PERIOPERATIVE NURSING (POSTGRADUATE) PROGRAM (S414) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Registered Nurse - Operating Room Perioperative Nursing S414 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 16 weeks (1 semester) STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 TUITION $2, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for one semesterof the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible for tuition reimbursement through an Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care initiative implemented through the RNAO. Registered Nurse - Operating Room Perioperative nursing is a onesemester program that prepares the Registered Nurse to function as a competent team member in the perioperative operating room. It offers unique clinical experience on a full-time basis. The program is organized in two phases: Phase I consists of 6 weeks (180 hours) of in-class and online theory delivery, including: current ORNAC standards, principles and application surgical anatomy intensive study of surgical interventions and surgical technologies, including indications and complications role of the circulating nurse role of the scrub nurse 60 lab skills hours Phase II consists of an 8-to-10-week clinical placement. Theory and Labs must be passed in order to enter the Phase II Clinical Students in this phase are exposed to several services such as: General Surgery Urology Gynecology Plastics ENT Orthopedics Discussions and three reflective essay assignments are required. Collaborate clinical meetings are held on alternating weeks PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES NURS4045 NURS4046 Course Name Operating Room Nursing Theory and Labs Operating Room Nursing Practicum Note: Due to ongoing program improvements, courses are subject to change without notice. FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS Students who complete this Post-R.N. certificate program are eligible to submit the Course Curriculum Outline from the year the program was taken. Students may apply for a transfer credit toward the Post-R.N., B.Sc.N. program at Ryerson University. For further information, see Clinical experiences are scheduled at Greater Toronto Area hospitals, as well as outside the GTA if applicable. Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a limited number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience. Please contact Cheryl Simpkin at , ext or [email protected] for more details before applying.

22 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS RN,Certificate of Competence, College of Nurses of Ontario without practice restrictions BCLS (Heart and Stroke Foundation), HCP Level lnterview - All applicants are interviewed by telephone or in person. Resumé Preferably 2 years surgical nursing experience in the hospital setting. No operating room experience necessary. If taking this course as a non-sponsored student (independent student), students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for this program. COURSE EXEMPTIONS College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement Students must submit proof of a satisfactory medical examination before entering field placement. Students who are unable to provide a clear medical examination result to the college will not be able to start their field placement and therefore will be unable to complete the program. POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement CONTACT US Cheryl Simpkin Program Co-ordinator, Phone: , ext [email protected] For more information about the college, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

23 REGISTERED NURSE - OPERATING ROOM PERIOPERATIVE NURSING (POSTGRADUATE) ONLINE PROGRAM (S424) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Registered Nurse - Operating Room Perioperative Nursing S424 Health Sciences Waterfront / Online Learning Environment 16 weeks (1 semester) STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 TUITION $2, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for one semesterof the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible for tuition reimbursement through an Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care initiative implemented through the RNAO. Registered Nurse - Operating Room Perioperative Nursing is an online postgraduate certificate that prepares the Registered Nurse to function as a competent team member in the perioperative operating room. The theory and clinical practice components are done concurrently during this 16-week program with much of the classroom work done online. THIS PROGRAM IS ORGANIZED IN TWO PHASES. PHASE I CONSISTS OF 16 WEEKS OF ONLINE THEORY DELIVERY, INCLUDING: current ORNAC standards, principles and application surgical anatomy intensive study of surgical interventions and surgical technologies, including indications and complications role of the circulating nurse role of the scrub nurse clinical lab skills hours completed at George Brown College (if applicable) PHASE II INCLUDES: 320 hours of clinical exposure which must be done for 12 weeks at a minimum of three days per week. Clinical placement is done concurrently with the theory course (Test 1 must be passed in order to enter the Phase II Clinical.) Clinical lab skills are preceptored at the clinical hospital if applicable, or students attend the college for clinical lab skills. Students are exposed to several services such as: General Surgery Urology Gynecology Plastics ENT Orthopedics Weekly discussions and assignments are posted through the college Blackboard. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES NURS4060 NURS4061 Course Name Operating Room Nursing Theory and Labs Operating Room Nursing Practicum Note: Due to ongoing program improvements, courses are subject to change without notice. DELIVERY OF PROGRAM NURS4060 will run for 16 weeks online in September and January. NURS4061 will include 320 hours of clinical practice and will start once the student has completed the first exam. The practicum will take place in an appropriate hospital operating room. The practicum may start earlier, depending on hospital availability and the completion of the first test. YOUR CAREER Graduates are prepared to work in an operating room, including all services (e.g. General Surgery, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, orthopaedics, Plastics, Ophthalmology). A reflective clinical essay is required at the end of the course. Clinical experiences are scheduled in the hospital operating room in which the student is working.

24 FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS Students who complete the Post-R.N. certificate program are eligible to submit the Course Curriculum Outline from the year the program was taken. Students may apply for a transfer credit toward the Post-R.N., B.Sc.N. program at Ryerson University. For further information, see ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS RN, Certificate of Competence, College of Nurses of Ontario without practice restrictions BCLS (Heart and Stroke Foundation), HCP Level lnterview - All applicants are interviewed by telephone or in person. Resumé Preferably some Registered Nurse experience in clinical practice in an operating room or a new hire to an operating room If taking this course as a non-sponsored student (independent student), students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for this program. COURSE EXEMPTIONS College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement Students must submit proof of a satisfactory medical examination before entering field placement. Students who are unable to provide a clear medical examination result to the college will not be able to start their field placement and therefore will be unable to complete the program. POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement HOW DO I APPLY TO THE PROGRAM * Please note: Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a limited number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience. Please contact Cheryl Simpkin at: ext or [email protected], for more details before applying. CONTACT US Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a limited number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience. Please contact Cheryl Simpkin, Program Co-ordinator at , ext or [email protected] for more details before applying. For more information about the college, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program.

25 REGISTERED NURSE - PERINATAL INTENSIVE CARE NURSING PROGRAM (S404) (POSTGRADUATE) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION Registered Nurse - Perinatal Intensive Care Nursing S404 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 15 weeks (1 semester) STARTING MONTH September, January CERTIFICATION Ontario College Graduate Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 TUITION $2, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for one semester of the program starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible for tuition reimbursement through an Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care initiative implemented through the RNAO. Registered Nurse - Perinatal Intensive Care Nursing is a postgraduate certificate program that prepares Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive care to critically ill newborns and their families in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Research and theoretical perspectives provide the foundation of study for family-centred care. DELIVERY MODES This full-time, one semester program (15 weeks) is offered in two delivery modes in order to meet the learning styles and needs of adult students. Full-time on campus (15 weeks):offered in September and January. Students attend classes at the Waterfront Campus three days per week. Lectures, case studies, simulation labs and expert guest speakers comprise the theoretical component. Full-time online (15 weeks): Offered in September and January. This option is available to nurses with current experience in a Level II or III NICU, who prefer a more flexible learning environment. Live, interactive classes are offered twice a week for online discussion and facilitation of learning. Regardless of delivery mode, all students use: an Independent Study Theory Manual DVD textbook Faculty are available to support students in a variety of ways: in-class online and through via telephone tutorial support To support the learning outcome of this course, clinical courses take place in Level II and III neonatal intensive care units. View Program Descriptions 2 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 3 REQUIRED COURSES NURS4048 NURS4049 NURS4050 NURS4051 YOUR CAREER Course Name Perinatal Nursing - Theory Perinatal Nursing - Clinical Neonatal Intensive Care - Theory Neonatal Intensive Care - Clinical Graduates are qualified to work in Level II and Level III neonatal intensive care units. FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS See ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS RN, Certificate of Competence, College of Nurses of Ontario without practice restrictions BCLS (Heart and Stroke Foundation), HCP Level Interview - All applicants are interviewed by telephone or in person. Resumé NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certificate is required. COURSE EXEMPTIONS: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum).

26 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at Students must submit proof of a satisfactory medical examination before entering field placement. Students who are unable to provide a clear medical examination result to the college will not be able to start their field placement and therefore will be unable to complete the program. POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement CONTACT US Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a restricted number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience. Contact Heather Urquhart at the George Brown College Sally Horsfall Eaton School of Nursing at , ext or [email protected] for more information. For general information about the college, call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program. HOW DO I APPLY TO THE PROGRAM * Please note: Due to the limited number of clinical placements available, this program has a limited number of seats open to applicants lacking specific clinical experience. Please contact Heather Urquhart at ext or [email protected], for more details before applying.

27 R.P.N. BRIDGE TO B.SC.N. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAM (S122) PROGRAM NAME COURSE CODE SCHOOL CENTRE LOCATION DURATION RPN Bridge to BScN S122 Health Sciences Waterfront Campus 2 semesters TUITION $6, * ADDITIONAL COST * Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in fall Fees are subject to change for programs starting in fall 2015 and at later dates. STARTING MONTH September CERTIFICATION Ontario College Certificate YEAR OF STUDY METHOD OF FT STUDY APPLY TO Ontario Colleges 1 International students: Visit the International Fees and Related Costs 2 page for more information. R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N is a two-semester bridging program that teaches Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) (who have graduated from a two-year diploma program in Ontario) the knowledge and skills necessary to enter Trent University's Nursing degree program offered onsite at George Brown College. Upon successful completion of this bridging course, students are able to apply to enter Trent's Nursing degree program. DELIVERY OF PROGRAM The RPN Bridge program is offered on-site through a full-time flexible delivery model. This program consists of two consecutive semesters. Semester 1 starts in September and Semester 2 starts in January. PROGRAM STANDARDS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has established Program Descriptions for college programs of instruction which do not operate under a specific provincial Program Standard. The Program Description typically describes the program purpose (a brief description of the program, potential employment opportunities and general admission requirements) and program goals (similar to program-level learning outcomes, which guide the curriculum). View Program Descriptions 3 by program. Source: Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) website 4 REQUIRED COURSES SEMESTER 1 Course name NURS1093 Becoming an Ethical Practitioner (online) NURS1094 Transition to Clinical Leadership (online) NURS1095 Nursing Informatics in Health-care Information Age (online) NURS1096 Language and Components of Nursing Research NURS1074 Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (online) NURS1072 Critical/Scholarly Writing (online) NURS 1106 Health Assessment (online/residency) Two University Electives SEMESTER 2 NURS 1101 NURS 1102 NURS1084 NURS1103 YOUR CAREER Course name Pathophysiology & Pharmacology (Hybrid) Clinical Practice Family and Relational Inquiry (online) Psychology Adult Development Students who successfully complete the S122 bridging program will be eligible to apply to a (post-bridge) Nursing degree program delivered by Trent University onsite at George Brown College. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and the selection criteria outlined below. Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and without practice restrictions Graduation from a two-year community college Practical Nursing (PN) diploma program in Ontario with a minimum cumulative average of 75% and grades of not less than 70 (B ) in any element of the PN program for which advanced standing credit will be assigned by Trent University. Submission of all post-secondary transcripts from Canadian and international educational institutions attended. Applicants who have completed a Practical Nursing Certificate to Diploma upgrading program at a recognized community college in Ontario will be considered on an individual basis. Course Exemptions: College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit for more information.

28 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION All students must successfully complete the approved CPR course (Basic Cardiac Life Support Health Care Provider (BCLS HCP) Level) annually, and a Standard First Aid Certificate course, before commencing the clinical practice course. Students will not be eligible to attend the practice area unless they hold current CPR and First Aid certificates. PROGRAM HEALTH POLICY Students must complete a pre-placement health form package which includes: evidence of yearly monitoring for tuberculosis (either a tuberculin test or an x-ray), and an annual flu vaccination each fall. PRE-PLACEMENT HEALTH FORM Upon confirmation of acceptance into this program, students must meet all the mandatory pre-placement health requirements for the program. It may take up to four months to complete all the requirements. All costs, service fees and fines associated with the overall health requirements are the responsibility of the student. For further details and to download the mandatory preplacement health form, go to the Pre-placement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement POLICE VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK (MUST BE VALID ANNUALLY) CONTACT US Phone: , ext [email protected] or Mary Manuel - [email protected] For more information, you may also call the George Brown College Contact Centre at (TTY ) or long distance LINKS REFERENCE George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completion of, a George Brown College program. In compliance with the requirements of our placement partners, all students in this program are required to have a police vulnerable sector check completed, and this check must be renewed annually before entering into field or clinical placement. The police vulnerable sector check process typically takes two to three months, but under some circumstances can take four to eight months. This is required to protect the clientele of our placement partner agencies, who are considered vulnerable persons under the law. Students are responsible for ensuring that the police vulnerable sector check covers appropriateness for individuals being employed and/or volunteering who will be working with vulnerable person(s). Students are required to keep the original copy of their police vulnerable sector check. Students who are unable to provide a clear police vulnerable sector check may not be able to start their field or clinical placement and therefore may be unable to complete the program. Students who are not eligible to attend their practice placement due to a not clear status will jeopardize their progress in the program. Failure to meet the requirements for field placement will prevent students from completing the program and/or securing employment. The fees for the police record check vary and must be paid by the student. For more information, please visit the Preplacement website at georgebrown.ca/preplacement