Master of Nursing (MN) Program Information Booklet

Master of Nursing (MN) Program Information Booklet School of Nursing Memorial University of Newfoundland 2013 2014

Memorial University of Newfoundland Master of Nursing (MN) Program Information Booklet Contact Information for Graduate Program and Important dates for MN students - University Diary for the Academic Year 2012-2013 and MN Program Deadlines INTRODUCTION... 1 INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS... 1 Program Admission... 1 Qualifications for Admission... 2 Deferral of Admission Policy... 3 Transfer Credits... 3 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE MN PROGRAM... 3 Purpose... 3 Philosophy... 3 Program Objectives... 3 Curriculum Design... 4 Course Descriptions... 4 Programs of Study... 9 Full-Time Versus Part-Time Status... 9 Thesis Option... 10 Required Courses... 10 Thesis Option - Full-Time Sequencing... 11 Thesis Option - Part-Time Sequencing... 12 Thesis Specific Information Procedure for Thesis... 13 Suggested outline for a Research Proposal for a Thesis... 14 Practicum (Non-Thesis) Option... 17 Required Courses... 17 Practicum Options... 18 Practicum Option - Full-Time Sequencing... 20 Practicum Option - Part-Time Sequencing... 21 i

Practicum Specific Information Procedure for Practicum... 22 Practicum Courses... 23 Practicum proposal Outline... 24 Practicum Report Process and Requirements... 25 Suggested Format for Final Practicum Report... 27 Sample Cover Page... 31 Nurse Practitioner Option... 32 Purpose... 32 Philosophy... 32 Goals of the NP Option... 32 NP Option Objectives... 32 Nurse Practitioner Option... 32 Required Courses... 32 Post Master s Nurse Practitioner Diploma... 33 Required Courses... 33 MN Nurse Practitioner Adult or Family/All Ages Full-time... 34 MN Nurse Practitioner Adult or Family/All Ages Part-time... 35 Intellectual Property... 36 Final Copies of Thesis/Practicum Reports... 36 Supervisor/Supervisory Committee... 37 Guidelines for Appointment of MN Student Supervisors: Thesis... 37 Thesis supervision... 37 Practicum supervision... 37 Conflict of Interest... 39 Obtaining Ethical Approval for Research... 40 OTHER PROGRAM INFORMATION... 40 Program Option, Schedule and Changes... 40 Representation on School of Nursing Committees... 41 Fellowships and Scholarships... 41 ii

Course Registration... 41 Email Addresses... 42 Distance Education & Learning Technologies (DELT)... 42 Web Participation... 42 Telephone Costs... 42 Evaluation / Promotion / Termination... 43 Academic Advising / MN Program Planning... 44 Course Requirements... 44 Managing Workload... 44 Application for Graduation... 45 Faculty / Graduate Student Seminars... 45 Writing in the Graduate Program... 45 MN Student Status Description... 46 CONCLUSION... 46 APPENDIX... 47 SON Form for Agreement for Thesis or Practicum Supervisor / Supervisory Committee... 48 SGS Change of Program Form... 49 Responsibilities of Supervisors and Graduate Students... 50 Policy on Intellectual Property (PHIA) SGS... 52 Writing in the Master of Nursing Program... 57 Guidelines for Leaves... 61 Request for Leave of Absence Form... 62 iii

Contact Information for Graduate Program: Ms. Michelle Caines-Puddester Academic Program Assistant Graduate Programs mpuddest@mun.ca Dr. Donna Moralejo Professor and Associate Dean Graduate Programs moralejo@mun.ca Telephone: (709) 777-7493 FAX: (709) 777-8973 Webpage: http://www.mun.ca/nursing/about_us/ Mailing Address: Memorial University of Newfoundland School of Nursing St. John s, NL A1B 3V6 Canada

Important dates for MN students - University Diary 2013-2014 and MN Program August 5, 2013, Monday September 2, 2013, Monday September 4, 2013, Wednesday September 10, 2013, Tuesday September 11, 2013, Wednesday September 18, 2013, Wednesday Registration begins for graduate students, Fall semester, 2013 Labour Day. No lectures Lectures begin, Fall semester Regular meeting of the Senate Final date for receipt, by the Registrar, of replacement grades for "INCOMPLETE" grades in undergraduate and graduate courses, Spring semester (Intersession, Summer Session and 14-week) 2013 1) Deadline for fees payment, including for undergraduate Medical students, Fall semester. 2) End of Regular Registration Period and last day for undergraduate and graduate students to add courses, Fall semester September 25, 2013, Wednesday 1) Final date for graduate students to withdraw from programs without incurring liability for tuition fees, Fall semester. 2) Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to be deregistered from Graduate Registration 9000/Medicine 9900 without incurring any liability for continuance fees, Fall semester October 8, 2013, Tuesday October 14, 2013, Monday October 16, 2013, Wednesday Regular meeting of the Senate Thanksgiving Day. No lectures. Fall semester break begins at St. John s and Grenfell Campuses Lectures resume at St. John s and Grenfell Campuses. Lectures will follow the Monday schedule on this day only vii

October 17 to 22, 2013, Thursday to Tuesday October 23, 2013, Wednesday MUNdays: Join in this annual festival of events at both Grenfell and St. John s campuses celebrating creativity, diversity, service and leadership at Memorial University of Newfoundland 1) Last day for undergraduate students and graduate students to drop courses without academic prejudice, Fall semester. 2) Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to receive a 50% refund of continuance fees, Fall semester October 25, 2013, Friday November 8, 2013, Friday November 11, 2013, Monday November 12, 2013, Tuesday November 20, 2013, Wednesday November 29, 2013, Friday December 4, 2013, Wednesday December 9, 2013, Monday December 10, 2013, Tuesday December 18, 2013, Wednesday January 6, 2014, Monday Annual Fall Convocation, St. John s Ceremony of Remembrance, St. John s: Join the University community to commemorate the people of the Province who fought and died in the First and Second World Wars, and for whom this University is a living memorial Remembrance Day holiday. No lectures Regular meeting of the Senate Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to receive a 25% refund of continuance fees, Fall semester Registration begins for graduate students, Winter semester 2014 Lectures end, Fall semester Examinations begin, Fall semester Regular meeting of the Senate Examinations end, Fall semester Lectures begin, Winter semester viii

January 13, 2014, Monday 1) Final date for receipt, by the Registrar, of replacement grades for "INCOMPLETE" grades in undergraduate and graduate courses, Fall semester 2013. 2) Final date for submission of Master's and Doctoral Theses and Reports for examination, by candidates who expect to receive their degree at the Spring Convocation 2014. Theses and Reports received after this date will be processed as time and resources permit January 14, 2014, Tuesday January 15, 2014, Wednesday January 20, 2014, Monday Regular Meeting of the Senate Final date for filing, with the Registrar, applications for Degrees and Diplomas for the Spring Convocation 2014. Applications received after this date will be processed as time and resources permit 1) Deadline for fees payment, including for undergraduate Medical students, Winter semester. 2) End of Regular Registration Period and last day for undergraduate and graduate students to add courses, Winter semester. January 27, 2014, Monday 1) Final date for graduate students to withdraw from programs without incurring liability for tuition fees, Winter semester. 2) Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to be deregistered from Graduate Registration 9000/Medicine 9900 without incurring any liability for continuance fees, Winter semester February 11, 2014, Tuesday February 17, 2014, Monday February 20, 2014, Thursday February 24, 2014, Monday Regular meeting of the Senate Winter semester break begins at St. John's and Grenfell Campuses Lectures resume at St. John's and Grenfell Campuses 1) Final date for undergraduate and graduate students to drop courses without academic prejudice, Winter semester. ix

2) Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to receive a 50% refund of continuance fees, Winter semester March 11, 2014, Tuesday March 24, 2014, Monday April 4, 2014, Friday April 8, 2014, Tuesday April 9, 2014, Wednesday April 11, 2014, Friday April 18, 2014, Friday April 19, 2014, Saturday May 12, 2014, Monday Regular meeting of the Senate Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to receive a 25% refund of continuance fees, Winter semester Lectures end, Winter semester Regular meeting of the Senate Examinations begin, Winter semester Registration begins for graduate students, Spring semester (14-week courses, Intersession and Summer Session) 2014 Good Friday. No classes or examinations Examinations end, Winter semester 1) Lectures begin, Intersession and 14-week Spring semester, including for Engineering academic term students. 2) Deadline for fees payment, Spring semester (14-week courses, Intersession and Summer Session) May 13, 2014, Tuesday May 19, 2014, Monday Regular meeting of the Senate 1) Final date for receipt, by the Registrar, of replacement grades for "INCOMPLETE" grades in undergraduate and graduate courses, Winter semester 2014. 2) End of Regular Registration Period and last day for undergraduate and graduate students to add courses, Intersession x

May 26, 2014, Monday May 27, 28, 29, & 30, 2014 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday June 2, 2014, Monday End of Regular Registration Period and last day for undergraduate and graduate students to add courses, 14- week Spring semester Annual Spring Convocation, St. John s 1) Final date for graduate students to withdraw from programs without incurring any liability for tuition fees, 14-week Spring semester. 2) Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to be deregistered from Graduate Registration 9000/Medicine 9900 without incurring any liability for continuance fees, Spring semester June 5, 2014, Thursday June 20, 2014, Friday June 23, 2014, Monday Final date for undergraduate and graduate students to drop courses without academic prejudice, Intersession Lectures end, Intersession 1) Examinations begin, Intersession. 2) Semester Break begins, 14-week Spring semester June 25, 2014, Wednesday June 26, 2014, Thursday June 27, 2014, Friday Examinations end, Intersession Lectures resume, 14-week Spring semester. Lectures will follow the Tuesday schedule on this only Final date for submission of Master's and Doctoral Theses and Reports for examination, by candidates who expect to receive their degree at the Fall Convocation 2014. Theses and Reports received after this date will be processed as time and resources permit June 30, 2014, Monday 1) Lectures begin for Summer session. xi

2) Final date for Undergraduate and Graduate Students to drop courses without academic prejudice, 14-week Spring semester. 3) Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to receive a 50% refund of continuance fees, Spring semester July 1, 2014, Tuesday July 7, 2014, Monday Memorial Day holiday. No lectures 1) End of Regular Registration Period and last day for Undergraduate and Graduate Students to add courses, Summer Session. 2) Last day for Undergraduate students to drop course and receive a 100% refund of tuition fees, Summer session July 15, 2014, Tuesday July 24, 2014, Thursday July 28, 2014, Monday August 9, 2014, Saturday August 11, 2014, Monday August 13, 2014, Wednesday August 16, 2014, Saturday Final date for filing, with the Registrar, applications for Degrees and Diplomas for the Fall Convocation 2014. Applications received after this date will be processed as time and resources permit Final date for undergraduate and graduate students to drop courses without academic prejudice, Summer session Final date for Departments to submit Recommendation for Award of Degree in order for graduate students to receive a 25% refund of continuance fees, Spring semester Lectures end, Summer session. Lectures will follow the Tuesday schedule on this day only. Examinations begin, 14-week Spring semester and Summer session Examinations end, Summer session Examinations end, 14-week Spring semester xii

Master of Nursing Program Memorial University of Newfoundland School of Nursing INTRODUCTION This program information booklet is designed to cover many areas that are important for you to know when applying to the MN program and throughout your program. Keep this information for reference and consult frequently. The booklet supplements information from the School of Graduate Studies so it is critical that you are familiar with the general information and regulations governing all graduate students at Memorial University and that are published in the University Calendar located at http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/sectionno=grad-0015 INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS Visit http://www.mun.ca/sgs/index.php for information about graduate studies at Memorial University. This site has links to information that will help you with the admission process as well as progression throughout the program. Policies governing graduate students are posted on this website. Program Admission 1. The responsibility for the administration of all graduate programs shall reside with the Dean of Graduate Studies. 2. Applicants for the program shall be required to apply for admission to the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies and shall be expected to follow the regulations, policies and practices required of the School. Deadline for receipt of applications should be no later than February 15. All supporting documents including letters of reference and official transcripts need to be received at the School of Graduate Studies by February 15. Only complete files will be assessed for admission. If space is available, students who apply after the deadline date may be accepted. 3. In addition to the application form for the School of Graduate Studies, students must complete the School of Nursing form. It is available on the School of Graduate Studies web site. 4. Applicants are advised that admission is on a competitive basis. The School of Nursing reserves the right to interview applicants (by conference call) as part of the application process. 1 P a g e

5. Applicants are notified of acceptance or non-acceptance, by the School of Graduate Studies not by the School of Nursing, usually by the end of May of the application year. All inquiries should be directed to the School of Graduate Studies. Qualifications for Admission 1. Applicants to the Master of Nursing Program in any of the three options must have a baccalaureate degree in nursing, or an equivalent from an institution recognized by the University and knowledge of nursing satisfactory to the School of Nursing. 2. Admission to the program is limited and competitive. To be considered for admission, the applicant must have maintained at least a grade B standing in the baccalaureate program. 3. Applicants to thesis or practicum options are also required to have a minimum of one year s experience in nursing practice. 4. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate nursing research course, and a statistics course normally within the last 5 years such as Statistics 2500 or Education 2900 or an equivalent. Applicants who have not completed, or who are not in the process of completing the statistics requirement at the time of application will not normally be considered for admission. 5. Applicants must hold a practising licence from the Association of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador or must be currently registered as a practising nurse in another Canadian jurisdiction. Applicants from other countries who do not meet the above criteria will be assessed on an individual basis. However, they must submit proof of registration as a practising nurse (or an equivalency) from their country or jurisdiction. 6. In addition to the above requirements, candidates seeking admission to the MN-Nurse Practitioner degree option must have two years of clinical experience preferably in their chosen specialty area. As well, candidates must have a letter from a health care agency and a clinical preceptor guaranteeing the candidate a preceptored clinical placement for the final semester of their program. 7. In addition to the above requirements, candidates seeking admission to the Post Masters Nurse Practitioner Diploma program must have completed a Masters Degree in Nursing or an equivalent degree with a nursing focus and have two years of clinical experience preferably in their chosen specialty area. As well, candidates must have a letter from a health care agency and clinical preceptor guaranteeing the candidate a preceptored clinical placement for the final semester of their program 8. Applicants are not permitted to be registered in any other graduate/postgraduate program while they are in the MN program. 2 P a g e

9. Only in exceptional circumstances and only on the recommendation of the School of Nursing shall the Dean of Graduate Studies consider applicants who do not meet admission requirements listed above Deferral of Admission Policy Students are normally accepted into the Master of Nursing Program for admission in the Fall Semester. Usually students accepted for the Fall semester and unable to begin course work at that time may ask to have their application held for consideration in the next intake of students (Fall of the next year). Transfer Credits Upon a formal request and with approval, students may transfer in from Memorial University or other universities up to 30% of the credits required for their program, i.e., one course for the thesis option and two courses for the practicum option. Check with the Associate Dean for possible transfer of credit for the NP Option. For regulations governing this the transfer of credits please refer to the School of Graduate Studies General Regulations http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/sectionno=grad-0015 and in particular regulation 3.4.8 Transfers of Course Credits. For further information or assistance contact the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs) at the School of Nursing. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the School of Nursing if they have any questions about the MN program to ensure the program option they select best suits their needs. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE MN PROGRAM Purpose The purpose of the Master of Nursing (MN) program is to prepare nurses to practice at an advanced level and to provide leadership in nursing. Philosophy The MN program is based on the belief that advanced practice in nursing requires graduate level preparation that provides students with the opportunity to both broaden and deepen their knowledge and competencies in nursing. The advanced practitioner uses critical thinking, has a well-developed knowledge base, and demonstrates advanced skills in an area of nursing. Advanced nursing practice skills are developed through the testing of selected nursing interventions, implementation of research findings, and the analysis and critique of theoretical work. Program Objectives Graduates of the program will be able to: 1) critically appraise existing knowledge in nursing (philosophical, theoretical, research-based, and other). 2) appropriately apply knowledge to improve nursing practice. 3 P a g e

3) promote evidence-based practice. 4) conduct a research project or participate in a consolidated practicum experience in a specialty area of nursing. 5) examine and critically analyze issues in nursing and health care. 6) demonstrate advanced knowledge and competency in an area of nursing practice. 7) demonstrate leadership in nursing. Curriculum Design The curriculum is designed to enable students to meet the objectives of the program. The curriculum fosters the interrelatedness of knowledge and practice. The curriculum includes: 1) a theoretical component that enables students to critically examine the development and basis for professional nursing practice. 2) a research component that enables students to critically evaluate research in nursing and other health-related fields as a basis for evidence-based practice and provides students with beginning research skills. 3) a reflective practice component that enables students to develop advanced nursing competencies and provide clinical leadership in nursing. For some students an important part of this component is the consolidated practicum experience. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS N6011. Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (3 credit hours) This course enables students to expand their understanding of philosophy as it pertains to the development of nursing knowledge and build on their knowledge of nursing theory. The emphasis is on analyzing philosophical and theoretical foundations that shape nursing as a discipline and a professional practice. The Core topics addressed are philosophy of science; nursing science; ontology of the discipline; epistemology of the discipline; nursing theory; relationships among nursing theory, research, and practice; and knowledge utilization in nursing practice. N6100. Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods (3 credit hours) This course will focus on developing the ability to critique and conduct qualitative research through an understanding of the philosophical and theoretical basis of qualitative methodologies, the methods used, and the problems confronted in attempting to use these methods in developing nursing knowledge. Qualitative methodologies, such as phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and action research will be explored in some depth. 4 P a g e

N6010. Research in Nursing I: Quantitative Methods (4 credit hours) This course is designed to facilitate development of skills in the application of quantitative research methodologies to nursing problems and the use of descriptive/inferential statistical tests for data analysis. The student will be expected to demonstrate competence in critiquing research articles, developing research questions, completing a literature review on a nursing problem, and a beginning competency in using the SPSS program, selecting appropriate statistical tests for analyzing data and interpreting tests results. Prerequisite: An undergraduate or graduate statistics course taken within 5 years of admission to the MN program. N6020. Program Development in Nursing (3 credit hours) This course presents models and methods of program development, focusing on health education and health promotion programs. Major emphasis in the course will be on the development of: 1. health education and health promotion programs using program development model(s); 2. theory-based interventions for programs; and 3. program evaluation based on evaluation model(s). The course will also relate program development in health education and health promotion (health sciences literature) to instructional development (educational literature). Students will develop a program for health education or health promotion in this course, using a program development model. Alternatively, students may elect to develop a program for nursing or client education using an instructional design model. N6200. Nursing Individuals and Families Through Life Transitions (3 credit hours) (course normally offered every second year) The focus of this course is two-fold, an examination of the competencies and roles of advanced practice nurses; and theoretical and research knowledge needed by them in the provision of care to individuals and families. The core concepts addressed are life transitions (developmental, situation and illness-related), and stress and coping. Emphasis is placed on the complex interactional nature of individual and family processes, and factors that impact on health outcomes. This course lays the theoretical and research foundation for the linked course, Nursing 6210: Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families. N6210. Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families (3 credit hours) (course Normally offered every second year) This course involves the exploration and evaluation of innovative therapeutic strategies for individuals and families experiencing transitions. The course will prepare students to fulfill the role of advanced practice nurse through consideration of the evidence base for individual and family interventions, the related ethical and sociocultural issues, and the implications for research and practice. In addition, this course highlights advances in theory, research and skill development for advanced nursing interventions for individual and family life transitions. 5 P a g e

N6220. Concepts for Population-Based Nursing (3 credit hours) (course normally offered every second year) The focus of this course is on understanding the epidemiologic basis of Population Health, including risk measures of incidence/prevalence and risk, and determinants of health. Special emphasis is placed on the critical appraisal of epidemiologic studies, sources of data and the statistics used, so that students gain an understanding of current population health problems. N6220 provides the foundation for N6230. The roles of nurses and nursing will be discussed. N6230. Interventions for Population-Based Nursing (3 credit hours) (course normally offered every second year) The focus of this course is on applying concepts and skills learned in N6220, including critical appraisal of epidemiologic studies, to population-based interventions. Topics include outbreaks, screening, influencing personal health practices, reorienting health services, healthy public policy, creating supportive environments, and building community capacity. Interventions for high priority provincial and national population health problems will be emphasized. The roles of nurses and nursing will be discussed. N6040. Nursing Informatics (3 credit hours) The focus of this course is on the theoretical and practical basis of nursing informatics. Content to be covered will include theoretical and technical aspects of system and data base design, legal and ethical issues, and strategies for access, retrieval and evaluation of health-related information for professionals and patients. Local, national, and international nursing and health data bases and systems will be examined and critiqued. Practical application related to information systems and technology will be included in the course. N6031. Education in Nursing (3 credit hours) (course normally offered every third year in the spring term) This course focuses on student-centered teaching and active learning within a constructivist framework. Learners will reflect on their views towards nursing education and compare this to current research. They will explore adult learning principles, active learning principles, and methods of encouraging the development of critical thinking. Discussion related to facilitating learning in online communities, classroom settings, and clinical areas occurs. The legal and ethical issues related to assessment of classroom, online and clinical learning is explored. The concept of a student-centered curriculum is discussed. Learners have an opportunity to apply active learning strategies in a facilitated learning situation. N6050. Leadership in Nursing (3 credit hours) (course normally offered every third year in the spring term) This course emphasizes theories and skills in leadership, management, and human resources that a nurse may apply to improve the quality of patient care, the development of the nursing profession, and the quality of the work environment. The course will include the perspective of nurses in both clinical practice and administrative positions, and how they can influence decision-making, quality services, and change in their place of work. 6 P a g e

N6060. Policy and Politics in Advanced Nursing Practice (3 credit hours) (course normally offered every third year in the spring term) In advanced practice roles, nurses are expected to be partners in effecting policy changes at both organization and government levels to improve the health of population groups, to promote the effectiveness of the health care system, and to enhance the nursing profession. In order to take on this leadership role and to be effective advocates for patients, the community, and the profession, nurses need to have a better understanding of policy formation the political process, and strategies that ensure good policy development. This course is designed to explore the role of nursing in health and social policy. Topics include understanding health and social policy in the context of public policy, the policy process, and strategies for policy development. These topics will be examined through the following concepts: communications and the media, power, policymaking, political action strategies, and ethics. Policy and politics as applied to nursing practice, education, research, and administration will be considered. Local, national and international perspectives will be addressed. Specific Practicum Option Courses N6610, 6611: Practicum in Advanced Clinical Practice. (6 credit hours) This consolidated practicum experience will be an application of advanced clinical knowledge and skills with an identified client population. Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6020 and N6050 or equivalent. N6620, 6621: Practicum in Nursing Administration. (6 credit hours) This consolidated practicum experience will be an application of leadership and management theories, concepts and principles in areas of nursing administration. Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6050 and N6060 or equivalent. N6630, 6631: Practicum in Nursing Research/Research Utilization. (6 credit hours) This consolidated practicum experience will be an application of research skills either: (1) in conjunction with an established nursing research project, or (2) as part of a project to enhance research utilization in an area. Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6060 or equivalent. N6640, 6641: Practicum in Health Policy. (6 credit hours) This consolidated practicum experience will be an application of the policy process in areas of health or the nursing profession. Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6050 and N6060 or equivalent. N6650, 6651: Practicum in Nursing Education. (6 credit hours) This consolidated practicum experience will be an application of teaching practices in classroom and clinical areas in School of Nursing and/or staff development areas. Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6020 and N6031 or equivalent. 7 P a g e

Specific Nurse Practitioner and Post Masters Nurse Practitioner Diploma Courses N6701 - Advanced Practice Issues and Role Development The focus of this course is on the role of the advanced practice nurse in the context of current and future health care realities. Emphasis will be on the examination and critique of various practice models such as clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner and combined model. Domains of direct clinical practice, teaching and coaching, consultation and collaboration, research, leadership and professional role and ethical decision making will be examined. Issues around implementation of these models in practice will be discussed. (24 hours of lecture) (2 credit hours) N6703 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Practicum I This course focuses on the role of the advanced practice nurse in performing comprehensive health assessments on clients across the lifespan. Analyses and critique of various frameworks essential to advanced health assessment will be discussed. Emphasis will be on comphrehensive health assessments including history taking, physical examination, synthesis, critical analysis and interpretation of health data. For their clinical component, students will be preceptored in a health care setting by either a nurse practitioner or physician. (39 hours of class (theory) + 24 hours of lab + 96 hours of clinical) (4 credit hours) N6704 - Applied Pathophysiology and Clinical Practicum II This course uses an evidence based conceptual approach to critically examine pathophysiological phenomena relevant to advanced nursing practice. The pathophysiology of common diseases and their impact on health in specific populations across the lifespan will be examined. Students will be preceptored in a health care setting by either a nurse practitioner or physician in completing focused health assessments. (39 hours of class (theory) + 12 hours of lab + 96 hours of clinical) (4 credit hours) N6705 - - Pharmacotherapy and Therapeutics This course will critically appraise and interpret concepts integral to pharmacotherapy across the lifespan. Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of selected classes of medications will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the application of knowledge required to prescribe and monitor medication use within the scope of practice for nurse practitioners. Integration of knowledge from pharmacology will be used in teaching and counseling patients in appropriate use of nutrition and complementary therapies for common disease conditions. (3 credit hours) N6800 - Adult Advanced Clinical Decision Making The course will allow the student to further develop and apply the knowledge gained in the previous courses but will focus on the management of client's in the student's specialty area. Students will develop a broader and more in depth knowledge of caring for patients in the acute phases of illness. Dialogue will occur around establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with the client and health care professionals in a specialty practice. Discussion will also occur concerning health promotion activities and coping strategies used by clients in 8 P a g e

managing their disease. Students will be preceptored in a health care setting by either a nurse practitioner or physician in the specialty area for the clinical component. (39 hours of class (theory) + 24 hours of lab + 96 hours of clinical) (4 credit hours) N6802 Family/All Ages Clinical Decision Making The course will focus on the advanced practice nurse's role in the diagnosis and clinical management of health problems in individuals and families across the lifespan. Emphasis will be on the development of diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision making skills within the scope of practice of a primary care nurse practitioner. A systematic approach to patient assessment and management of health problems will be discussed. The course integrates knowledge acquired in previous courses. Content will also revolve around discussion and promotion of healthy lifestyle practices and coping strategies. Dialogue will occur around establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with the client and health care professionals in practice. Students will be preceptored in a health care setting by a physician for the clinical component. (39 hours of class (theory) + 24 hours of lab + 96 hours of clinical) (4 credit hours) N690X - Advanced Clinical Practicum III This course provides the student with the opportunity to integrate, synthesize and analyze previously learned knowledge and skills in an intensive clinical experience. Students will choose their own client population and will work closely with a clinical preceptor negotiated by the student and professor. The advanced practice role will be developed as students gain expertise in health assessment, diagnostic testing and treatment planning while collaborating with clients, families and other health professionals. (15 credit hours) Program of Study There are three options offered that lead to a Master of Nursing degree: (I) Thesis option, (II) Practicum (non-thesis) option, and (III) Nurse Practitioner (NP) option (either Family/All Ages or Adult Care (speciality). Normally the program options will require two years to complete when taken on a full-time basis or four years on a part-time basis. In addition to the MN degree program, the School of Nursing also offers a Post Master s Nurse Practitioner Diploma. All courses except for selected requirements within some Nurse Practitioner courses are offered by web delivery only. Full-Time Versus Part-Time Status A full time or part-time status does not depend on the number of courses taken in a term or a year. A full-time graduate student is one who registers as such, devotes full time to his or her academic program and may not commit more than 24 hours a week to matters other than the degree program, e.g., working, including teaching assistant or research assistant duties. A parttime graduate student is one who is registered for the duration of a semester and is not classified as full-time. Only full-time students in the thesis option are eligible for University Fellowship funding. 9 P a g e

Thesis Option The thesis route consists of six courses and a thesis. A thesis is a research project done under faculty supervision. 1. Candidates must complete an approved program of study consisting of a minimum of 19 credit hours in graduate program courses and a thesis. Required courses: N6010. Research in Nursing 1: Quantitative Methods (4 credit hours) N6011. Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (3 credit hours) N6100. Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods (3 credit hours) Either N6200. Nursing Individuals and Families through Life Transitions (3 credit hours), and N6210. Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families (3 credit hours) Or N6220. Concepts for Population-based Nursing (3 credit hours), and N6230. Interventions for Population-based Nursing (3 credit hours) One nursing elective (3 credit hours). 2. Candidates shall submit a thesis on an approved subject in which systematic research has been conducted under the direction of a supervisor or supervisory committee recommended by the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing) and approved by the Dean of The School of Graduate Studies. (See Guidelines for Appointment of MN Student Supervisors: Thesis and Practicum p. 34). 3. The program of each candidate shall be approved upon admission by the Dean of The School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing) and in consultation with the student. Any changes in the approved program must be made in consultation with the Associate Dean and approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. A formal Change of Program or Change of Route Form signed by all parties (students, advisor/supervisor, Associate Dean) must be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies for approval. Failure to comply will result in difficulties with registration and could delay your convocation. 4. Students are expected to present and defend their thesis proposal prior to beginning their research (i.e., ethical approval and data collection) and to present their thesis research following successful examination of their thesis. 5. Students are expected to participate, by teleconference, in the School of Nursing s ongoing graduate student/faculty seminar series. These seminars are designed to provide professional research, and teaching developments. They also provide a way for you to know more about faculty interests and expertise and may help in the selection of a supervisor. It is an excellent means of supporting your colleagues in the program and learning more about their work. For provinces where continuing competence programs are in place for Nursing Licensure such as 10 P a g e

NL this is an opportunity for you to help fulfill that requirement. See the ARNNL website for more information on the Continuing Competency Program. Thesis Option - Full-Time Sequencing Year I - Fall Semester N6011 - Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing N6010 - Research I: Quantitative Research *N6200 - Nursing Individuals & Families through Life Transitions OR *N6220 - Concepts for Population Based Nursing, Year 2 - Fall Semester Thesis Year I - Winter Semester N6100 - Research II: Qualitative Research *N6210 - Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals & Families OR *N6230 - Interventions for Population-based Nursing Nursing Elective * Year 2 - Winter Semester Thesis Year I - Spring Semester Thesis Proposal Development Thesis Proposal Defense Year 2 - Spring Semester Thesis Thesis Presentation * N6200/N6210 is usually offered every second year, alternating with N6220/N6230 However, depending on the numbers of students requiring the courses, they may be offered more frequently. Depending on which option you select from these courses and the scheduling of N6200/N6210 and N6220/N6230 your program may vary somewhat from that outlined above. 11 P a g e

Thesis Option - Part-Time Sequencing FALL WINTER SPRING YEAR 1 N6011 - Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing N6100 - Research in Nursing II Qualitative Methods Elective* YEAR 2 N6010 - Research in Nursing I: Quantitative Methods Thesis Proposal Development Thesis Proposal Development YEAR 3 **N6200 - Nursing Individuals and Families through Life Transitions OR **N6210 - Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families OR Thesis Thesis Proposal Defense ** N6220 - Concepts for Population-Based Nursing **N6230 - Interventions for Population-Based Nursing YEAR 4 Thesis Thesis Thesis Thesis Presentation * Nursing elective may be done in Spring, Year I or during another term, depending on the elective chosen ** N6200/N6210 is usually offered every second year, alternating with N6220/N6230 However, depending on the numbers of students requiring the courses, they may be offered more frequently. Depending on which option you select from these courses and the scheduling of N6200/N6210 and N6220/N6230 your program may vary somewhat from that outlined above. 12 P a g e

THESIS-SPECIFIC INFORMATION PROCEDURE FOR THESIS 1. Decide on a topic and appropriate methodology. The earlier this is done the greater it will facilitate your progress in the program and an earlier completion time. 2. Appointment of a supervisor and either a co-supervisor or supervisory committee member. This is done in consultation with the Associate Dean, Graduate Programs & Research and the appropriate forms will be completed and submitted to the School of Graduate Studies (see Supervisor/Supervisory Committee p. 33). 3. Work with supervisor/supervisory committee to develop a proposal (Suggested outline for a proposal follows). The School of Graduate Studies Policy on Responsibilities of Supervisors and Graduate Students will govern the supervisor relationship. (see p. 48 Appendix for this policy). 4. Schedule, present and defend the proposed research at a faculty-graduate student seminar*. This presentation consists of a 25-30 minute presentation followed by discussion and questions from those attending. The intent of the presentation is to strengthen the thesis proposal. 5. Submit the proposal together with an ethics application to the appropriate ethics committee and other agencies/organizations as required to obtain ethical approval. 6. Once ethical approval is obtained collect data for thesis. 7. Work with thesis committee to finalize thesis. Students must follow specific format requirements for their thesis. These requirements Guidelines for Thesis and Reports posted on the School of Graduate Studies website http://www.mun.ca/sgs/go/guid_policies/guidelines_intro.php This website contains information relating to thesis submission and examination as well. You need to be familiar with these guidelines. 8. Submit thesis for examination** (theses require either two internal examiners, i.e., eligible faculty from Memorial University with at least one examiner from the School of Nursing, or one internal examiner, i.e., a faculty member from the School of Nursing, and an external examiner, i.e., a faculty member in nursing from another university, appointed by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies on recommendation from the academic unit. Allow approximately six weeks for the examination process. Note the deadlines specified in the University Calendar for submission of your thesis for examination in order to meet the next convocation. Plan realistic timelines with your supervisor so that you meet these deadlines. 13 P a g e

9. Make revisions to thesis if required by examiners and in consultation with your supervisor. 10. Submit the final copies of the thesis to the School of Graduate Studies. Consult the Guidelines for Thesis and Reports on the School of Graduate Studies website for requirements on preparing the final copies. 11. Present the thesis work at a faculty-graduate student seminar*. This is a 25-30 minute presentation with time for discussion and questions. Send a copy of your presentation to your supervisor for feedback and then submit to the Academic Program Assistant in good time for distribution. * Contact the Academic Program Assistant to assist with scheduling of the faculty-graduate student seminar. ** Note deadline dates for submission of thesis for examination as specified in the University Calendar in order to meet a particular convocation deadline. Suggested Outline for a Research Proposal for a Thesis 1 1. TITLE: Capture key words in your study. A title is a shorthand notation of what your study is about it usually has the following elements: that it is a proposal, substantive area, and methodology, e.g., Phenomenological study of the experience of placing a parent in long term care: A proposal or A proposal for a grounded theory study on recovering from a mastectomy or Patterns of pain: A proposed ethnoscience study. 2. ABSTRACT: An approximately 250-word summary of your proposed study. Leave this until you have written your proposal and then briefly capture main points. 3. INTRODUCTION: This provides a brief introduction to your study and lets the reader know early what your study is about and why it is important. It also gives some background information on the research problem you are studying. Sometimes the subheadings Background and Rationale are used. Many proposals have the main objectives of the research and/or the research question in the introductory paragraphs and this can have a separate subheading. Early in the introduction make sure you tell your reviewer exactly what you plan to study. Convince the reviewer that your study is important by telling what it will contribute to knowledge and possibly practice. The principle is the same as any good introduction to any academic paper in that you want to get the interest of the reviewer. If I wanted to do the study of placing a parent in a long term care facility I might begin with One of the most difficult decisions that an adult child may have to make is that of placing a parent in long term care (ref). Yet statistics show that within Canada [number] Canadians are faced with that decision (ref). In this section you would identify the conceptual framework you will use if you are doing a quantitative study, that is, testing or using a particular theoretical or conceptual framework. 1 Note it is important to work with your thesis supervisor as some proposals may vary. 14 P a g e

Alternately if theory is informing a qualitative study you could describe it here. Include any definitions that are important to your study. 4. LITERATURE REVIEW: Very briefly include what is known about the research area you are proposing to study. Be selective but let your reviewer know that you have looked at the research that is important to your study. Often in a proposal and in the thesis you will describe your search strategy, i.e., databases searched (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL etc.) and key words used plus what you found and how you might have limited your research (certain dates, language etc.) or maybe even expanded it. This will also help you in arguing why the type of study you propose to do is important, how it builds on previous knowledge, and what it may contribute. If there is no literature that is in the exact area you are studying, try and locate related literature; but do not go too peripheral to your area. The literature ought to be presented in an integrated manner, i.e., do not give an annotated bibliography on each study you are including, rather group like research and have critical comments on those groupings you are looking for flaws or what is missing on your topic of interest. End the literature review with a brief summary of what you have presented, main limitations you identify, and finally demonstrate how your study logically flows from this literature review. Your literature review helps to establish the scientific merit of your study and ethically no research ought to be conducted if there is no scientific merit. Depending on the nature of your study it may have practical merit as well and you can state this. 5. METHODOLOGY/METHODS: Identify the type of research methodology you will use to carry out your particular study and, if you feel necessary, why you have chosen it. Explain how you will use the particular research methodology in your study (do not write about the methodology in the abstract but rather in the particular context of what you plan to do). Describe briefly so your reviewers will know you have an understanding of the research methodology, but do not go into a long discussion telling them everything you know about the methodology. Tell when you anticipate you will begin and end the study (use a time line and put it in your appendices). This section will have a number of subheadings (listed below in bold) and they will vary according to the type of study but all need to be addressed. This section is very important because it is the blueprint for your study. i. Participants: Who they are and any special criteria for selection; how you will select or recruit them to the study; who will contact them and inform them of the study; how many will you require and why? Often you see inclusion criteria and if important to your study some exclusion criteria. If secondary data analysis is proposed describe what you know about how participants were chosen and why for the original data. If a quantitative study is being proposed the number of participants is important for power within statistical analysis. Sample calculation is usually addressed. ii. Recruitment: Describe how you will recruit your participants and include any recruitment material. If you are recruiting through an agency or institution you need to write a letter/send an 15 P a g e

email say who you are, what you are doing, and what you would like that person to do. If using a poster to recruit prepare this poster for submission with your abstract. Ethics review committees need to review the final recruitment material to make sure your approach is ethical and no undue pressure is placed on potential participants. This section and #i are sometimes grouped together Participants and Recruitment. iii. Data collection: Explain how you plan to collect the required data. If using a structured data collection method include your questionnaire, interview schedule, or observational checklist. If using unstructured data collection, describe how you will begin the data collection and some possible areas of exploration. If you are using an interview format, state how many interviews per participant, how long the interviews are anticipated to last, and what do you hope to accomplish with each interview. If you are using participant-observation, discuss what you wish to observe and for how long. If using secondary analysis of data, how were the data collected? Do not use meaningless phrases such as you will collect data until saturation occurs tell what you mean by that and how you will know that it has occurred. Make sure if you use saturation it is appropriate to your methodology. v. Setting/context: What is the setting or context for your study? The description of setting is more important if you are doing an ethnography or using participant-observation in any form to collect data. For interviews it is a description of where the interviews have taken place. However, you may also want to describe the context of potential participant s care if you are doing for example a study on participants who come from a single treatment approach, i.e., all receive formal support from a single source and you are studying what they get from this support. You may have selected a particular community for a study so tell why and give a brief description. vi. Data analysis: How do you plan to analyze your data? Describe as fully as possible so that your reviewer can assess the adequacy of this part of your research. It is sometimes helpful to use an example. If you are going to use a software program to assist you, include that in this section. If you are doing a quantitative study what statistical analysis is appropriate given the level of data you will collect and under what conditions, i.e., does it meet the assumptions for the particular statistical test? vii. Ethical considerations: This section covers who, i.e., the ethical review board, will review the study for ethical consideration; what type of consent is required and how it will be obtained; who will have access to the data and how it will be stored (anonymity or confidentiality); what becomes of the data when the study is complete, level of risk and how you will deal with any discomfort or distress your participants may have; any real, potential, or perceived conflict of interest; and, finally, how participants will be debriefed. (Your application would be placed in your appendices). viii. Quality issues: If this is a quantitative research study you need to address reliability and validity that is appropriate to your study. If it is a qualitative study you need to address trustworthiness and the criteria of credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability that are appropriate to your methodology. Whatever the methodology, you cannot be silent on this issue. You are required to have a plan for the rigour of your research. 16 P a g e

ix. Dissemination or communicating results: Describe how you will get your findings out to intended audiences, including your participants. Where do you plan to present or publish? 6. REFERENCES: Include any citation you make in your proposal. Put the references in correct APA format. 7. APPENDICES: Place in the order you make reference to in the text and include: * any data collection tool(s); * letters to agencies or participants; * recruitment material (i.e., posters, ads, emails, etc.) * time line; * letter of consent (in HREA standard format); and HREA application. * budget always good to do this and make it realistic. If you have this prepared and a funding opportunity comes up you can submit this for that funding. It has had positive results in more than one situation. Depending on the nature of your study, you may have other appendices. Keep your proposal as succinct and brief as possible without leaving out important detail. Note: Poorly written proposals will delay your progress in the program. Practicum (Non-Thesis) Option The practicum route consists of nine courses and a two-course practicum. A practicum is a project that allows the student to demonstrate advanced nursing competencies and is done under faculty supervision. 1. Candidates must complete an approved program of study consisting of a minimum of 28 credit hours in graduate program courses and 6 credit hours in a consolidated practicum (total 34 credit hours). Required courses: N6010 - Research in Nursing 1: Quantitative Methods (4 credit hours) N6011 - Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (3 credit hours) N6100 - Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods (3 credit hours) N6040 - Nursing Informatics (3 credit hours) Either N6200 - Nursing Individuals and Families through Life Transitions (3 credit hours) and N6210 - Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families (3 credit hours) Or N6220 - Concepts for Population-based Nursing (3 credit hours), and N6230 - Interventions for Population-based Nursing (3 credit hours) 17 P a g e

And Two of the following courses (depending on practicum option or elective course) N6020 - Programme Development in Nursing (3 credit hours) N6031.-.Education in Nursing (3 credit hours) N6050 - Leadership in Nursing (3 credit hours) N6060 - Policy and Politics in Advanced Nursing Practice (3 credit hours) Other approved electives One of the following consolidated practicum options: N6610, 6611: Practicum in Advanced Clinical Practice Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6020 and N6050 or equivalent. Or Or Or Or N6620, 6621: Practicum in Nursing Administration Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6050 and N6060 or equivalent. N6630, 6631: Practicum in Nursing Research/Research Utilization Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6060 or equivalent N6640, 6641: Practicum in Health Policy Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6050 and N6060 or equivalent. N6650, 6651: Practicum in Nursing Education Prerequisites: All required and elective courses including N6020 and N6031 or equivalent. 2. The program of each candidate shall be approved upon admission by the Dean of The School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing) and in consultation with the student. Any changes in the approved program must be made in consultation with the Associate Dean and approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. A formal Change of Program or Change of Route Form signed by all parties (students, advisor/supervisor, Associate Dean) must be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies for approval. Failure to comply will result in difficulties with registration and could delay your convocation. (See Guidelines for Appointment of MN Student Supervisors: Thesis and Practicum p. 34). 3. Candidates shall complete a practicum in an approved topic under the direction of a supervisor recommended by the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing) 18 P a g e

and approved by the Dean of The School of Graduate Studies. Appointment of MN Student Supervisors: Thesis and Practicum p. 34). (See Guidelines for 4. Students are expected to present their practicum project to the School of Nursing during the second practicum course and to submit a final practicum report approved by their supervisor(s) prior to convocation. 5. Students are expected to participate, by teleconference, in the School of Nursing s ongoing graduate student/faculty seminar series. These seminars are designed to provide professional research, and teaching developments. They also provide a way for you to know more about faculty interests and expertise and may help in the selection of a supervisor. It is also an excellent means of supporting your colleagues in the program and learning more about their work. For provinces where continuing competence programs are in place for Nursing Licensure such as NL this is an opportunity for you to help fulfill that requirement. See the ARNNL website for more information on the Continuing Competency Program. 19 P a g e

Practicum Option - Full-time Sequencing Year 1 - Fall Semester N6011 - Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing N6010 - Research I: Quantitative Research **N6200 - Nursing Individuals & Families through Life Transitions OR **N6220 - Concepts for Population- based Nursing Year 1 - Winter Semester N6100 - Research II: Qualitative Research N6020 - Program Development OR Elective **N6210 - Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals & Families OR **N6230 - Interventions for Population-based Nursing Year 1 - Spring Semester N6040 - Nursing Informatics And other required courses or electives depending on practicum option Practicum Proposal Development Year 2 - Fall Semester First Practicum course Year 2 - Winter Semester Second Practicum course Practicum Presentation Year 2 - Spring Semester Elective* * Specific Elective courses are not offered every year; check with the School of Nursing. ** N6200/N6210 is usually offered every second year, alternating with N6220/N6230. However, depending on the numbers of students requiring the courses, they may be offered more frequently. Depending on which option you select from these courses and the scheduling of N6200/N6210 and N6220/N6230 your program may vary somewhat from that outlined. 20 P a g e

Practicum - Part-time Sequencing FALL WINTER SPRING Year 1 N6011 - Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations in Nursing N6100 - Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods N6040 Nursing Informatics Year 2 N6010 - Research in Nursing I: Quantitative Methods N6020 - Program Development OR Elective* Elective* or other required course depending on practicum option Year 3 **N6200 - Nursing Individuals and Families through Life Transitions OR **N6210 - Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families OR Elective* or other required course depending on practicum option Practicum and Proposal **N6220 - Concepts for Population- based Nursing **N6230 - Interventions for Population based Nursing Development Year 4 Practicum Practicum Practicum Presentation * Specific Electives are not offered every year; check with the School of Nursing. ** N6200/N6210 is usually offered every second year, alternating with N6220/N6230. However, depending on the numbers of students requiring the courses, they may be offered more frequently. Depending on which option you select from these courses and the scheduling of N6200/N6210 and N6220/N6230 your program may vary somewhat from that outlined. 21 P a g e

PRACTICUM SPECIFIC INFORMATION PROCEDURE FOR PRACTICUM The following is a suggested outline for completion of a practicum. Note that because the practicum is a two-course structure it is normally completed in two academic semesters and the final report is due at the end of the examination period for the semester in which the practicum is completed. Consult the University Diary for this date. 1. Decide on a topic in consultation with a contact person at the agency or institution where you will complete your practicum. 2. Appointment of a supervisor and if appropriate arrangement for an agency/organization contact person*. This ought to occur in the semester prior to registering for the first practicum course or as soon as possible within the first practicum course so you may complete your practicum in the required timeframe. 3. Work with supervisor and where appropriate agency/organization contact person to develop a proposal. 4. Obtain a course registration number (CRN) for the scheduled practicum course from the Academic Program Assistant and register for the course in the term you will begin the actual practicum work. 5. If required obtain ethical approval (see obtaining ethical approval for research, p. 36). 6. Complete first practicum course. In consultation with your supervisor you will determine what is expected to obtain a pass for the first practicum course (see practicum courses below). When a pass grade is submitted you will receive a CRN for your second practicum course. In some instance, i.e., student is full-time, a student may register for and complete both practicum courses in one semester. Discuss the feasibility of this with your supervisor. 7. Present the practicum work at a faculty-graduate student seminar**. This is a 25-30 minute presentation with time for discussion and questions. If using a slide presentation, e.g., PowerPoint, prepare approximately 25 slides. Send a copy of your presentation to your supervisor for feedback and when approved submit to the Academic Program Assistant in good time for distribution to those who will be attending your presentation. 8. Prepare a final practicum report and submit final copies to the School of Nursing. The requirements Guidelines for Thesis and Reports posted on the School of Graduate Studies website http://www.mun.ca/sgs/go/guid_policies/guidelines_intro.php can help with the format for the final report. Consult with your supervisor when preparing your report. 22 P a g e

Practicum Courses The practicum is divided into a two course structure and both are graded on a pass/fail basis. In order to proceed to the second practicum course you must have successfully completed the first course. It is critical that you consult with your practicum supervisor so that you know what will constitute a pass in the first course so that you may meet those expectations. Some supervisors may expect a completed, written literature review and others may want an interim report. The work will in general be approximately half of the practicum work. Students are advised to keep an updated log of their practicum work including date, activity with approximate time, and the outcome of the activity or future considerations. An example: For Professional Skill Development for Master s Prepared Nurses Date Activity/Time Outcome Sept 12, 2012 Reviewed MUN EDGE Need to determine how other Website/ 1 hr universities address professional skill development Sept 20, 2012 Literature Search Needed to expand search terms/ -consulted with libraries bibliographic data bases -accessed articles/ 2 hrs It is critical that you remain in contact with your supervisor throughout the semesters you are completing your practicum courses. Submit the log to supervisor at regular intervals and discuss progress. Unless other arrangements are made, students are expected to communicate via email with their practicum supervisor every two weeks during the teaching semester. * When a practicum is completed in partnership with a health care agency or organization you will have a contact person within that agency or organization who can facilitate your work. It is important to consult with that person as you develop your proposal and throughout the practicum experience. Some agencies or organizations may have specific requirements for students to complete prior to working with that agency or organization. Check with your supervisor and agency. ** Contact the Academic Program Assistant to assist with scheduling of the faculty-graduate student seminar A practicum proposal outline has been developed to help students focus on the key details to include in the report. A proposal must be approved by the faculty practicum supervisor prior to beginning your actual practicum. A delay in obtaining approval from your supervisor will possibly prolong your successful completion of the course. Work with your supervisor to determine what is expected. 23 P a g e

PRACTICUM PROPOSAL OUTLINE Student s Name: #: Course Names and Numbers: Supervisor: Title: Date: 1. Setting of Practicum: Specify the organization/institution and unit, and/or community. 2. Name of Contact Provide the name, position, and contact information of the contact person in the organization or setting, and briefly describe the role/authority of this person with respect to the proposed project. 3. Goal and Objectives Describe the overall goal of your practicum. What to you hope to achieve? Provide a numbered list of the key (3-4) practicum objectives and include demonstration of advanced nursing practice competencies. (e.g., develop a program/policy/learning module or pilot test an existing program/policy/learning module). 4. Introduction to the Practicum (maximum 2 pages) Explain the background and rationale for the proposed project by addressing: What previous work has been done in the area (e.g., literature, student s own work from previous courses, formal or informal needs assessment in setting) What is the rationale for the proposed project? Why are you doing it? Why is this project important? What contribution could it make? 5. Methods Describe the methods used, such as: Literature review (identify data bases to be searched, possible search terms, key questions to guide the literature review and the role of the librarian in assisting Consultation with others (identify who might be consulted, e.g., other similar institutions, experts in the field, professional associations, and include key questions to guide the consultations) Renew available resources (e.g., new and available videos or learning modules) Writing a program content and processes Survey (identify target audience and key questions) 24 P a g e

6. Expected Outputs List expected outputs, such as: Elements of program or policy Summary of literature Summary of pilot test with recommended revisions Interim report (if required due at end of first practicum course) Final report (due at end of second practicum course) 7. Advanced Practice Nursing Competencies Describe how the practicum will help you demonstrate APN competencies and include definitions of these competencies. 8. Time Line Provide a time line for the two practicum courses. Include activities and target dates (per ~ 2 week intervals at least), including turn-around time for feedback for supervisor. 9. References Include a reference list for any citations used in your proposal and put them in correct APA format PRACTICUM REPORT PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS PRACTICUM REPORT PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS 1. Prepare a well-written report as a draft to submit to your supervisor. The better it is written the less time it will take to have it returned and the less corrections, changes, further development you will have to do. Drafts can be submitted to your supervisor(s) electronically. You may need to allow 3-4 weeks for a Practicum Report review. However, it is a good idea to discuss this timeline with your supervisor. 2. When you have an acceptable report as determined by your supervisor submit one hard copy (unbound) of this to your supervisor who will read it to ensure it meets the desired quality for a final copy. 3. When your supervisor has approved this report and you have made all corrections/changes required, submit your final copies. Again these are hard copies. Check with your supervisor regarding how many of these are needed. We generally ask for three bound copies. One is a hard paper bound copy to be placed in the library and the others can be soft paper bound copies. Our Academic Program Assistant can assist you with the requirements for your final copies. 25 P a g e

4. You will also need to schedule a presentation of your practicum. This can be done prior to your final copies being submitted, but usually after your supervisor has approved in principle your work or at least sufficient progress to make a presentation. The Academic Program Assistant will help you with this presentation scheduling. It is your responsibility to ensure the time of your scheduled presentation fits within your supervisor's schedule. We try and include your agency contact person in this presentation and other people you would like. 5. Since the practicum is a 2-course format, the practicum report and presentation should occur so that a final grade may be submitted within 5-days of the last date in final exam schedule for the semester in which you register for the second practicum course. If scheduled within this timeframe you will meet deadlines for submitting final grades (and will not receive an incomplete grade for that semester) and for being approved for the next convocation. 6. Following successful completion of the requirements for your degree (bound copies of your practicum and a presentation), the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs) will complete and send a form to the School of Graduate Studies saying you have met these requirements, so providing other requirements are met, you will be ready for convocation. 26 P a g e

Suggested Format for Final Practicum Report NOTE: As practicum projects may vary considerably, students should consult with their supervisors as to their expectations. Suggested practicum Report Format, Process, and Requirements for all practicum courses, i.e., N6610/6611, N6620/6621, N6630/6631, N6640/6641, and N6650/6651 The following is a detailed description of a suggested format for the practicum report. It is meant to be a guide. However, note as practica may vary considerably, please consult with your supervisor(s) as to the expectation that she or he may have for the format. 1. Title page (Separate page) this is similar to the thesis page that is found in Appendix 1 in Thesis/Report Guide Supplement (www.mun.ca/sgs/guidelines_intro.php). You would put A practicum report... (rather than thesis) and submitted to the "School of Nursing" rather than Graduate Studies but all the rest would apply. See example attached. The School of Graduate Studies has other important information on margins, pagination, etc. on this website. 2. Abstract or Report Summary - This is a very useful part of the report as it allows the reader to know what the report contains. Keep to a single page and capture key aspects of the practicum. 3. Acknowledgements (Separate page) The usual ordering has supervisors, funding source (if any), contact person(s) in agency, other participants, friends, and family if you want (and of course you can acknowledged others). It is usually not more than a page. 4. Table of Contents (Separate page) Order in the following manner: Abstracts (or Report Summary), Acknowledgements, Tables, Figures, Body or text of report using the headings from your report beginning with Introduction and include any heading or sub-heading and the page numbers, References, and Appendices. 5. List of Tables - (Separate page). If you have any Tables you would have a List of Tables and the page numbers, and use that heading. 6. List of Figures - (Separate page). If you have Figures and Diagrams (and they are not in an appendix) you would list these, put in page numbers, and have that heading. All of the above except Title page are numbered with Roman Numerals at the bottom center. 7. Body of the text: Introduction: Begin with a 2 to3 page (could be more it depends) introduction to your practicum this sets the stage for what you accomplished, some background and a rationale, and what to expect in the Report. The first introductory paragraph will let a reader know what the project is all about and ought to create interest. If I were doing a 27 P a g e

practicum on Professional Skill Development for Master s Prepared Nurses I would want to introduce that idea in the early part of my report. Example: Advanced nursing practice encompasses a number of roles and responsibilities to enable nurses to meet the evolving health care needs in our society (CNA, 2008). Master of nursing (MN) graduates who are being educated to work in various advanced practice settings require a wide array of professional skills so that they may be effective in their new roles (Daly & Carnwell, 2003). These professional skills go beyond what are considered technical or clinical competencies. However while many of these professional skills are implicit in the clinical, research, and leadership competencies outlined in the national framework for advanced nursing (CNA), it is critical to make them explicit so that MN programs can address these professional skills. The purpose of this project is to develop an appropriate set of professional skills for MN graduates and provide some examples of how these skills could be demonstrated. I would then have a subheading Background where I would provide some context to my work. In my situation my context could be the work of the Tri-agency statement of principles on key professional skills for researchers. The next section would be the Rationale and this is really why I am doing this particular project and what I think it might accomplish. In the last section of your introduction clearly outline your Objectives as approved by your supervisor(s) and participating agency. These are usually from your proposal although it is not unusual to have some changes as approved by your supervisor(s). Proposal objectives are your best guess about what you plan to do sometimes we do more, some times less, sometimes just slightly different. Literature Review: The next larger section is an integrated review of the literature that informed your practicum. You need to give a comprehensive overview of what has been done in the area you are working in for your practicum. Use whatever sub-headings make good organizational sense and help present a clear review. In my example I would do a search to see if any one studied this problem, i.e., professional skills for graduate students, MN graduates, or described them in any way. There has been some work in this area as both the US and Australia has studied the issue. Most of my literature would be from reports. For some topics it may be best to augment your literature review with a table that summarizes your key literature. This format is particularly effective when you have a number of research studies that have been done in your area of interest. Consult with your supervisor as to whether these tables are best presented in your text or as an appendix in your Report. Conceptual/Theoretical Framework: Every idea or action we have or do has a conceptual/theoretical basis whether or not we stop to think about it in that way. The challenge for you in your practicum is to make that evident. The next section is your conceptual model, conceptual framework, or theoretical framework (how did you 28 P a g e

conceptualize what you did?). You need to describe these in sufficient detail to understand how they formed the conceptual or theoretical framework for your study. In my study I used as my conceptual basis the Tri-agency statement of principles on key professional skills for researchers and will show how I amended it to address my needs. Many times existing conceptual models are too constraining so do not try to fit something that does not really fit. You may have constructed your own conceptual model or adapted one you found in the literature to suit your purposes. Discuss this section with your supervisor to help you frame your study appropriately. Methods or Activities: Next is your practicum activities or methods (The section describes what you did during the practicum). Some students combine objectives and activities and this is fine. For example if an objective was To do an environmental scan of what different countries/educational organizations have delineated as professional skills for graduates, an activity would be to locate and review these documents. I could also survey Schools of Graduate Studies to get this information if an objective is to see how other universities are responding. If HREA approval is required include in this section. Findings: This section would be important to a research practicum depends again what you did and found or what happened. In my situation it would be results of the environmental scan/survey. What has been done elsewhere. My challenge here is how I would see it different from my literature search. I would have my main output required professional skills and examples of how they could be demonstrated/taught. Discussion: In this section provide some comment and reflection on the practicum experience. This section is what you make of your experience or what you found through research. It is your interpretation and where you demonstrate your critical thinking abilities. For example in my example I may have found that all the countries that had developed professional skills for graduate students may have very different content in those skills, so I would want to provide what I thought was the best explanation or insight into why that was the case. In the Discussion some of the main points will be how you met your Advanced Practice Roles (this could be a sub-heading or be used as a heading instead of Discussion). Conclusion: And if appropriate include Recommendations. Based on your work in the practicum what conclusions can be drawn or what would you recommend to your agency or others who wanted to use your work. I might well make some recommendations about further work that needs to be done on the professional skill development or how to proceed with introducing these into MN programs. References: Presented in correct APA style. You should know APA very well at this stage - if not consult a manual or website. Incorrect citations delay students from finishing in good time (Actually appropriate referencing is a professional skill we want you to develop!) 29 P a g e

Appendices: Put these in the order you make reference to in your text. I might have as an appendix Ethics approval if I needed that to survey other programs, or my tables of studies from my literature review, or a separate report for any agency if that was required. Note: These are suggested headings and you may have different ones - that is fine as long as you have logical ordering and include these sections in some way. Always consult with your supervisor(s). The bolded text are suggested Headings and would be in your Table of Contents. Use whatever sub-headings you need (also included in Table of Contents) and consult APA as to appropriate level of heading. The length of your report will depend on how much you need to write to cover the work you did, but usually exclusive of Appendices it ought to be covered in 30 pages or so. The length may be longer if you needed to include a number of tables in the text. Looking at the various Practicum Reports that have been produced since we adopted this format the length really does vary. The format is pretty well the same research reports are a little different than practice reports. Format: The convention in the School of Nursing is to use APA. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that this is done correctly and if learning has occurred the student should know this format by the end of course work. Submitting work that is poorly written and that does not use correct formatting, poor grammar, poor organization, or a lack of logic delays your progress as it takes longer for your supervisor to read and make recommendations for the final report. It could also delay your progress and graduation if you have to submit several drafts. Since our Reports are available in the Health Sciences Library at Memorial University and may be submitted to agencies and organizations where the practicum study was carried out we want these as well written, error free, and professional looking as is possible. Note: The practicum proposal is not included within the final report. 30 P a g e

[Sample cover page] A Postpartum Support Program for Adolescent Mothers N6010/6011 by Marylou Smith A report submitted to the School of Nursing in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Nursing School of Nursing Memorial University of Newfoundland [Month] [Year] St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador 31 P a g e

Nurse Practitioner Option Purpose The purpose of the Master of Nursing-Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) option is to prepare nurses at an advanced level to practice as nurse practitioners in a variety of practice settings either with Family/All Ages or Adult Care. Philosophy The MN-NP option is based on the belief that advanced practice in nursing requires graduate level preparation. The major thrust of the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role has been to build on a foundation of graduate nursing education. The role of the NP in advanced nursing practice is grounded in knowledge of theory and expanded practice skills in areas of advanced clinical decision-making, research, consultation/collaboration and leadership. Nurse practitioners have advanced knowledge and decision-making skills in health assessment, diagnosis and health care management of common and complex conditions. Goals of the NP Option 1. To prepare advanced practice nurses as cost effective, competent health care providers within a changing health care environment 2. To prepare nurse practitioners who practice nursing in partnership with clients and other health care professionals 3. To improve health care though the education of advanced practice nurses 4. To prepare advanced practice nurses with nurse practitioner competencies to act as leaders in health care and the nursing profession NP Option Objectives Graduates of the option will be able to: 1. Critically appraise existing knowledge in nursing and related disciplines (philosophical, theoretical, research-based and other). 2. Appropriately apply knowledge to improve nursing practice. 3. Promote evidence-based practice. 4. Work collaboratively in a guided specialty practice. 5. Examine and critically analyze issues in nursing and health care. 6. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and competency in an area of nurse practitioner practice. 7. Provide care to a selected population within a given specialty practice. 8. Practice nursing within the domains and competencies of NP practice. Nurse Practitioner Option 1. Candidates must complete an approved programme of study consisting of a minimum of 36 credit hours in graduate programme courses and an integrated clinical practice experience, comprising 12 credit hours. Required courses: *N6010 - Research in Nursing 1: Quantitative Methods (4 credit hours) N6011 - Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing (3 credit hours) 32 P a g e

N6100 - Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods (3 credit hours) N6020 - Programme Development in Nursing (3 credit hours) N6200 - Nursing Individuals and Families through Life Transitions (3 credit hours) N6210 - Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals and Families (3 credit hours) N6701 - Advanced Practice Issues and Role development (2 credit hours) N6703 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Practicum I (4 credit hours) N6704 - Applied Pathophysiology and Clinical practicum II (4 credit hours) N6705 - Pharmacotherapy and Therapeutics (3 credit hours) Either one of: N6800 - Adult Advanced Clinical Decision making (4 credit hours), or N6802 - Family/All Ages Clinical Decision Making (4 credit hours), or And N690X - Advanced Clinical Practicum III (The integrated practice component will normally consist of a minimum of 400 hours of preceptored specialty clinical practice and biweekly seminars) (12 credit hours). 2. The programme of each candidate shall be approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Programs, School of Nursing and in consultation with the student. * A prerequisite for this course is an undergraduate or graduate statistics course taken within 5 years of admission to the program. Post Master s Nurse Practitioner Diploma 1. Candidates with a Master s degree in Nursing or an equivalent degree with a nursing focus must complete an approved program of study consisting of a minimum of 14 credit hours in graduate programme courses and integrated clinical practice experience, comprising 15 credit hours. Required courses: N6701 - Advanced Practice Issues and Role development (2 credit hours) N6703 - Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Practicum I (4 credit hours) N6704 - Applied Pathophysiology and Clinical Practicum II (4 credit hours) N6705 - Pharmacotherapy and Therapeutics (3 credit hours) Either one of: N6800 - Adult Advanced Clinical Decision Making (4 credit hours), or N6802 - Family/All Ages Clinical Decision Making (4 credit hours), or And N690X - Advanced Clinical Practicum III (The integrated practice component will normally consist of a minimum of 400 hours of preceptored specialty clinical practice and biweekly seminars) (12 credit hours). 33 P a g e

2. Programmes for some candidates may exceed the above minimum requirements. 3. The programme for each candidate shall be approved by the Dean of The School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the School of Nursing. Suggested Sequencing for MN Nurse Practitioner Adult or Family/All Ages Full-time Year 1 - Semester 1 N6011: Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing N6200: Nursing Individuals & Families through Life Transitions N6703: Advanced Assessment + Clinical Practicum I (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Year 2 - Semester 1 N6010: Research in Nursing I: Quantitative Methods N6800: Adult -Advanced Clinical Decision Making and Clinical Practicum III (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Or N6802: Family/All Ages - Advanced Clinical Decision Making and Clinical Practicum III (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Year 1 - Semester 2 N6100: Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods N6210: Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals & Families N6704: Applied Pathophysiology and Clinical Practicum II (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Year 2 - Semester 2 N690X: Advanced Clinical Practicum IV (4 days/week for 13 weeks of preceptored clinical experience and biweekly seminar) Year 1 - Semester 3 N6701: Advanced Practice Issues and Role Development N6705: Pharmacotherapy and therapeutics N6020: Program Development in Nursing Year 2 - Semester 3 34 P a g e

Suggested Sequencing for MN Nurse Practitioner Adult or Family/All Ages Part-time Year 1 - Semester 1 N6011: Philosophical and Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Year 1 - Semester 2 N6100: Research in Nursing II: Qualitative Methods Year 1 - Semester 3 N6020: Program Development in Nursing Year 2 - Semester 1 N6200: Nursing Individuals & Families through Life Transitions Year 3 - Semester 1 N6703: Advanced Assessment + Clinical Practicum I (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Year 4 - Semester 1 N6010: Research in Nursing I: Quantitative Methods N6800: Adult -Advanced Clinical Decision Making and Clinical Practicum III (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Or N6802: Family/All Ages - Advanced Clinical Decision Making and Clinical Practicum III (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Year 2 - Semester 2 N6210: Nursing Therapeutics for Individuals & Families Year 3 - Semester 2 N6704: Applied Pathophysiology and Clinical Practicum II (lecture, lab and 8 hrs/wk of clinical for 13 weeks throughout semester) Year 4 - Semester 2 N690X: Advanced Clinical Practicum IV (4 days/ week for 13 weeks of preceptored clinical experience and biweekly seminars) Year 2 - Semester 3 N6701: Advanced Practice Issues and Role Development Year 3 - Semester 3 N6705: Pharmacotherapy and therapeutics Year 4 - Semester 3 35 P a g e

Intellectual Property Work completed through your courses, thesis, or practicum is your intellectual property and belongs to you along with the right to authorship from these works. Your supervisor or committee members by nature of their work with you will usually contribute to the final output of courses, thesis, and practicum reports and as such co-authorship is appropriate but must be discussed and an agreement reached. Note: General Regulation of the School of Graduate Studies 3.10.6 Prepublication Publication of material before submission of the thesis/report for examination is permitted. The School of Graduate Studies and Supervisor should be informed of such publication. If you are planning to submit an abstract to a conference on your thesis or practicum work consult your Supervisor. FINAL COPIES OF THESIS/PRACTICUM REPORTS To be eligible for graduation, students must submit a number of copies of their final thesis or practicum reports. Two copies of all accepted theses are bound for deposit in the University library and academic unit. A thesis binding fee of $20 must be paid by the student at the time of submission of the thesis for examination for these copies. As of September 10, 2012, the School of Graduate Studies will no longer accept personal copies of theses for binding. Students can still have personal bound copies by ordering directly from the bookbinder: http://pageforpage.com (Lehmann Bookbinding).Ensure that the proper number of copies is submitted for binding. Similarly, one copy of a practicum report is required for the HSC Library (hardbound). Students should also order copies for themselves and check with their supervisor/co-supervisors and members of their supervisory committee to find out if they require copies; these copies can be hard or soft bound, depending on preferences of the individuals. All copies should have burgundy (claret) covers with gold letters, which are the university colors. Students can contact the Academic Program Assistant if they want her to arrange for the binding. You will need to print your thesis/reports for binding and mail or deliver them to the Academic Program Assistant she will then deliver the copies to the company used in St. John's. Once the thesis/practicum reports are bound the Academic Program Assistant will pick them up. She will then contact you for pickup or send you your copy/copies as well as distribute copies to cosupervisors/supervisors and other locations. Information about costs can be obtained directly from her. 36 P a g e

SUPERVISOR/SUPERVISORY COMMITTEE Prior to beginning a practicum or thesis a student is required to have a supervisor. The thesis supervisor must be approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies (See following guidelines). In the semester prior to beginning your thesis or practicum discuss the appointment of a supervisor with the Associate Dean of Graduate Programs to identify a potential supervisor and set up your committee. If you are interested in working with a faculty member you may also approach that person. When a faculty member has agreed to supervise/co-supervise/be a committee member for a thesis a Change of Programme Form (form in Appendix) is signed and sent to the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. A Committee Agreement Form (form in appendix) also needs to be signed. This form is signed by the Associate Dean, Graduate Programs and is kept on the student s file in the School of Nursing. The Dean of the School of Graduate Studies will then appoint the supervisor/co-supervisor/supervisory committee members based on the recommendation from the School of Nursing. There are specific responsibilities for both students and faculty within the supervisory relationship. See p. 48 appendix for these responsibilities. For practicum supervision it is sufficient to complete a Committee Agreement Form that will be placed on your student file. GUIDELINES FOR APPOINTMENT OF MN STUDENT SUPERVISORS: THESIS Normally when students are accepted into the MN program they are assigned to the Associate Dean (Graduate Program and Research) for advising. The Associate Dean acts in the capacity as advisor until a student is ready to begin her or his thesis or practicum. The advisor works with the student to plan a program of studies, ensures the student is adhering to the program of studies as submitted to the School of Graduate Studies, or makes the necessary changes to this program in consultation with the student. Once the student has completed or is about to complete the required course work the advisor works with the student to make sure that a thesis or practicum supervisor(s) and/or supervisory committee is in place so that the student may proceed in a timely manner with completion of the MN program. These guidelines are intended to clearly identify the process of appointment of MN student supervisors so that both students and faculty know what is appropriate. They are congruent with Guidelines for Academic Units to use in Recommending the Appointment of Graduate Supervisors and available at http://www.mun.ca/sgs/go/guid_policies/ Guidelines for Academic Units to use in Recommending the Appointment of Graduate Supervisors Thesis Supervision: Thesis supervision may be carried out by a sole supervisor, two co-supervisors, or a supervisor with a supervisory committee. The latter tends to be the case if that committee member comes from outside the academic unit and does not hold a cross or joint appointment with the School of 37 P a g e

Nursing. Since we are committed to mentoring new faculty to develop in the role of thesis supervisor, it is advisable to involve them in thesis supervision. The thesis supervisor is recommended by the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies and Research) School of Nursing and approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies. Eligibility: (Sole or Primary supervisor) Have an appointment in the School of Nursing or hold a cross or joint appointment in Nursing Have a PhD in Nursing or related discipline or MN in Nursing or related discipline with evidence of sufficient research and professional experience to guide a student through the research process. Have a probationary or tenured appointment or full-time appointment of at least three years. Have successfully co-supervised at least 3-5 MN thesis students. (Co-supervisor) Have an appointment in the School of Nursing or hold a cross or joint appointment in Nursing Have a PhD in Nursing or related discipline or MN in Nursing or related discipline with evidence of sufficient research and professional experience to assist with guiding a student through the research process. Have a probationary or tenured appointment or full-time appointment of at least three year. Practicum Supervision: Practicum supervision is usually carried out by a sole supervisor. However, since we are committed to mentoring new faculty to develop in the role of practicum supervisor, it is advisable to involve them in practicum supervision. The practicum supervisor or co-supervisor is approved by the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) School of Nursing. Eligibility: (Sole or Primary supervisor) Have an appointment in the School of Nursing or hold a cross or joint appointment in Nursing Have an MN in Nursing or related discipline with evidence of sufficient research and professional experience to guide student through the practicum process. Have a probationary or tenured appointment or full-time appointment of at least three years. Normally have successfully co-supervised at least 2-3 MN practicum students 38 P a g e

(Co-supervisor) Have an appointment in the School of Nursing or hold a cross or joint appointment in Nursing Have an MN in Nursing or related discipline with evidence of sufficient research and professional experience to assist with guiding a student through the practicum process. Have a probationary or tenured appointment or full-time appointment of at least three years. Note: It is the responsibility of the Faculty supervisor to be familiar with and adhere to the Responsibilities of Supervisors and Graduate Students available at http://www.mun.ca/sgs/go/guid_policies/ Responsibilities of Supervisors and Graduate Students Approved by the Graduate Studies Committee March 19, 2009 Conflict of Interest Note: In keeping with the Memorial University of Newfoundland Conflict of Interest Policy (http://www.mun.ca/policy/site/policy.php?id=180) that applies to all members of the University, prior to being appointed as an MN supervisor a faculty member must declare any real, perceived, or potential conflicts of interest. A conflict of interest situation may arise from but is not limited to the following situations: (vii) Evaluation of Academic Work Participating in an evaluation of a student's academic work where the Member has, or has had within a previous five-year period, a Personal Interest* with a student or with a member of his/her family. (viii) Academic Program Decisions Participation in decisions by a Member to admit a student to a program, to provide instruction or supervision, to award prizes, scholarships, financial assistance or other benefits, to award teaching or research assistance, where the Member has, or has had within a previous five-year period, a Personal Interest* with a student or with a member of his/her family. *Personal Interest: This includes personal, financial, intimate or other interest of the Member or Family/Personal Associate. Amended and Approved by the Graduate Studies Committee January 19, 2010 39 P a g e

OBTAINING ETHICAL APPROVAL FOR RESEARCH All students conducting research with human participants, whether thesis or practicum based, are expected to be familiar with and comply with Memorial University's policy Ethics of Research Involving Human Participants located at http://www.mun.ca/policy/site/policy.php?id=139. This policy outlines what research requires ethics review and what research does not require ethics review. The research must also comply with the Tri-Council Policy Statement on Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Human 2 (TCPS2) that can be downloaded at the University research website http://www.mun.ca/research/researchers/ethics.php where there is a link. If your research requires ethical approval that is obtained from the Health Research Ethics Authority (HREA) and information for approval is located at http://www.hrea.ca/home.aspx. Your application is always in consultation with your thesis or practicum supervisor so make sure that you consult with her or him. You are expected to comply with all the requirements of the HREA for your research so make sure you familiarize yourself with these requirements. A copy of your letter granting ethical approval must be submitted to your supervisor and to the Academic Program Assistant to be placed in your file in the School of Nursing. In order to have your research approved HREA will require that you complete the TCPS 2 tutorial as evidenced by a certificate that is sent to you upon successful completion. You can access this through a link on the HREA website http://www.hrea.ca/forms.aspx. This tutorial can be completed well in advance of your HREA application. Recruitment strategies and data collection may require that you have other ethical approvals apart from that granted from HREA. Consult with your supervisor and the agency or institution where data collection will take place for what additional requirements may be needed. Note: Thesis/practicum supervisors must approve the proposal and ethics application and sign this form prior to submitting your application. If you are required to make any changes to your research proposal or plan these must be approved by your supervisor before they are submitted to the HREA and other Research Ethics Boards. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in a delay in obtaining ethical approval. OTHER PROGRAM INFORMATION Program Option, Schedule and Changes When you apply for admission to the MN program you are asked to complete the School of Nursing, Master of Nursing separate application form where you specify what option you plan to complete. Your admission to the MN program is based on this information. You will be sent a Programme of Study based on your applicant information. It is important that you follow the courses in your program as they are scheduled. Failure to do so may prolong your studies or put 40 P a g e

you out of sequence in your program. If you are not sure what course to register for in a particular semester please contact the Academic Program Assistant. Changes to your program can be made for good reasons, e.g., you wish to make a change in your program/route for career reasons or you had a leave of absence (LOA). However, these changes need to be made in consultation with your Academic Advisor (Associate Dean Graduate Programs) in a timely manner. The changes must also be approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Representation on School of Nursing Committees The constitution and by-laws of the Academic Council of the School of Nursing specifies one graduate student will be a member of the following committees: 1. Academic Council of the School of Nursing 2. Graduate Studies Committee of the School of Nursing In September of each year the Nominations Officer will request a representative be chosen from among the graduate students to fill these positions. Keep in mind that these meetings are held in person and on campus. We welcome and benefit from the participation of our graduate students. You provide a very important perspective that we value highly and use in our planning and changes to the program. Fellowships and Scholarships Students are encouraged to seek out and apply for grants and scholarships. A very limited number of Fellowships are available from the School of Graduate Studies and these are only available to full time thesis route students. Consult Guidelines for the Awarding of SGS Fellowships and Graduate Student Support to determine eligibility. Fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis so even though you meet the requirements, it may not translate into funding. Scholarships are available from various sources and information regarding these is posted to students via e-mail, so make sure you check any opportunities posted. The Associate Dean (Graduate Programs) is more than willing to help you apply for any of these scholarships. Course Registration Course registration is by the web. You will be/have been sent information about registration from the School of Graduate Studies and the Registrar s Office. Please contact Michelle Caines- Puddester, Academic Program Assistant, Graduate Programs at mpuddest@mun.ca if you have any problems with registration. The date for Graduate Registration is listed in the University Calendar under Diary. We have also placed information from the Diary as well as some internal deadlines in the beginning of the Handbook. It is critical to your progress that you make yourself aware of these and adhere to them as closely as possible. Course Registration Numbers (CRN) will be emailed to you each semester. If for any reason you need to withdraw from a course please notify the Academic Program Assistant and the course professor as soon as possible. 41 P a g e

EMAIL Addresses The Department of Computing and Communications has put in place a new single e-mail policy (called nice address) effective IMMEDIATELY for students that ensures all students will receive an @mun.ca e-mail account and that this account will be used for official e-mail correspondence both to and from the students. Notice that you are required to use your MUN email for all correspondence about your program and failure to do so may jeopardize your progress. You can find further information about how to obtain this e-mail and create the nice address by going to the following web page http://www.mun.ca/cc//email_services/singleemail-brochure.pdf. It is critical that students check their MUN email regularly and ensure they keep up with postings. Since we are a web-based program email is the main means we have of informing you of opportunities, letting you know about upcoming seminars and presentations, and sending you information from the School of Graduate Studies. Make sure your mail box does not become full and impede our ability to communicate with you. Distance Education and Learning Technologies (DELT) There is important information that you will need to read on the DELT web page; www.distance.mun.ca Quick Links. Please take the time to read this information. Web Participation Since our MN programs are offered via distance, participation on the web is a very important part of your graduate program. The School of Graduate Studies has a residency requirement that our students meet through regular web discussion in which we create a community of scholars. In each course, faculty will let you know their expectations for web discussion. Normally a grade for participation is part of your overall evaluation in the course. There is usually a requirement that you post weekly in the course. However, it is advisable to check with individual professors in a course to ask about course expectations. Many professors will post this information on their website in the course. While web discussions are for posting and interacting within a course, the email within the course is to contact the faculty member in charge of the course for course business only. If you have a question about the course or course requirements email the faculty using this system. On weekdays it is reasonable to expect a reply from faculty within 24-48 hours of posting. Faculty are also expected to post and hold office hours for you to contact them. It is critical for you to notify your course professor of any absences that may affect postings or if you intend to drop the course. Telephone Costs During the course of your graduate work, you will need to have telephone meetings with the Associate Dean, your course professors, and your thesis or practicum supervisor(s). Please note that you are responsible for telephone costs. 42 P a g e

EVALUATION/PROMOTION/TERMINATION In order to continue in graduate studies and in order to qualify for a Master s degree, a student requires an A or B grade in each program course. Students are advised to become familiar with the definitions of the letter grades, found in the University calendar http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/sectionno=grad-0015 especially 3.7.1. Evaluation Methods and Grading and 3.7.2. Evaluation of Graduate Students. 1. If the student is in the Practicum Option, the candidate must obtain a Pass grade for the practicum courses in the program. 2. When the Dean of the School of Nursing has determined on the basis of consultation with the student, the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing), and the thesis or practicum supervisor, that a student has fallen below a satisfactory level, the Associate Dean may recommend to the Dean that the student be required to withdraw from the program. Students will be advised when their performance is unsatisfactory and given conditions in writing to fulfill in order to improve before a program is terminated. Students may be terminated from the program if they fail to meet expectations regarding performance. Students will be advised of unsatisfactory performance and what they can do to improve prior to termination. Students have the right to appeal such decisions. 3. To remain in good standing students are required to maintain professional behaviour consistent with University regulations, the current Code of Ethics of the Canadian Nurses Association and, when applicable, the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans 2 and adhere to publication ethics. See Guidelines on Good Publication Practice from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) at http://publicationethics.org/. Students who fail to meet this requirement may be required to withdraw from the School of Nursing upon recommendation of the Graduate Studies Committee. Students are advised to become familiar with University policies related to academic dishonesty under general regulation 3.12 Academic Misconduct located at http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/sectionno=grad-0029. 4. The School of Graduate Studies requires an annual Supervisory Report Form including a detailed outline for completion of the program be completed on every graduate student in the Thesis Option within an academic unit. It is the responsibility of the Advisor/Supervisor to ensure that this report is completed on each student assigned to her/his supervision. In March of each year the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing) will forward a form to the appropriate faculty member requesting that the form be completed in a timely manner and returned to the Associate Dean (Graduate Programs). The form is copied and placed on the student s file and the original is forwarded to the School of Graduate Studies. A copy is given to the student. 43 P a g e

ACADEMIC ADVISING/MN PROGRAM PLANNING The Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, School of Nursing) will be appointed as the Academic Advisor to all students admitted to the MN program until a thesis or practicum supervisor has been appointed. The Academic Advisor will be responsible to: 1. Assist the student in planning a program of study that meets the program requirements and the needs of the students. 2. Update the proposed program of students annually. 3. Report student progress annually to the Graduate Studies Committee and the School of Graduate Studies. 4. Answer any questions or assist the student with any problems that may arise in the program. 5. Assist the student to select an appropriate thesis supervisor and supervisory committee or practicum supervisor and ensure the appropriate forms are completed. It is important that students plan their course work with their advisor to ensure the courses are available when they require them, to discuss decisions related to their program, and to ensure the appropriate notification is sent to The School of Graduate Studies. Students who change the sequencing of their program as planned may jeopardize completing their degree in a timely manner. COURSE REQUIREMENTS All course requirements and expectations ought to be clearly identified within your course descriptions and on the web version of the course. If you have any questions about these requirements contact your course professor for clarification. Note when your assignments or papers are due and what format is expected and meet these requirements. It is critical that you read what is posted within your course. MANAGING WORKLOAD Graduate studies are demanding and require a commitment and good organizational skills to manage the workload involved. It is critical to note registration and other submission deadlines as specified in the University Calendar and submission deadlines for assignments, papers, reports, and exams as specified in your course outlines. It is your responsibility to meet these requirements in a timely manner. Extensions can only be granted for good cause and with appropriate notification. Emergency and unexpected events can also be accommodated but you must discuss these as soon as possible with your course professor. While courses are online and thus scheduling of required activities is flexible within any given week, students are still expected to devote 12-15 hours per week per course (not including papers or extra studying for exams). This is the equivalent of 3 hours of classes per week, and 3 hours of study/homework for each hour of class, which is the standard recommendation for on-campus courses. 44 P a g e

APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION The Office of the Registrar has made application for graduation available online. See http://www.mun.ca/regoff/graduation/apply_grad.php Applications may continue to be submitted after the deadline and will be processed as time and resources permit. Students should note, however, that applications submitted after the deadline may not be processed in time for the student to graduate. To be eligible for graduation, students must have completed all requirements, including submission of the final copies of their thesis or practicum reports, and payment of all fees. When all of requirements for the degree are complete a Recommendation for the Award of Graduation Diploma/Degree and forward to the School of Graduate Studies. Note: If you apply to convocate but did not meet the requirements for the convocation deadline, you must apply again by the deadline for the next convocation. Applications are no longer rolled over to the next convocation. FACULTY/GRADUATE STUDENT SEMINARS A number of research seminars are held throughout the academic year; these include presentations from graduate students, faculty members and visitors. Students are expected to attend at least four in any given year (two per term). This provides them with the opportunity to learn more about research, faculty interests, and both practicum/thesis projects, all of which is valuable preparation for their own thesis or practicum work, or finding a supervisor. These seminars may also fulfill continuing competency requirements, required for RN Registration in provinces where this is required. The Academic Program Assistant will send out information to all students, as soon as seminar dates have been confirmed. In some cases, this is several weeks in advance but for others, notice may be short (e.g., one week ahead of time). Presentations are usually, but not always, held on Thursdays and Fridays from 12:30-1:30 p.m. (NL time). Students should contact the Academic Program Assistant to let her know if they will attend a given seminar. The Academic Program Assistant will provide them with the conference telephone number and participant pass code, as well as email a copy of the Powerpoint presentation. The student then dials in to connect at the appropriate time. The School of Nursing pays for the teleconference. WRITING IN THE GRADUATE PROGRAM Academic writing is a special skill and it takes time and effort to develop this skill. However a professional skill that we work with you to acquire is good academic writing. To acquire this skill it is important that you: 1) learn to develop an argument or present a thesis; 2) have a logical flow of ideas; 3) critically analyze ideas; 4) present you material clearly; 5) use appropriate grammar, spelling, and punctuation; 6) use APA guidelines; and 7) format your paper properly. 45 P a g e

Failure to develop these skills adequately can result in lower grades in your coursework, repeated drafts of your thesis or practicum report, delay in completing the requirements for your degree and even a lack of success in your graduate program. Academic integrity is a key value and therefore any forms of dishonesty (e.g., plagiarism or submitting the same material for two courses) is a serious breach of this integrity. Not knowing what constitutes plagiarism is not a defence so we urge you to learn what constitutes plagiarism. The University considers academic dishonesty as a serious breach of conduct. We strongly recommend that you purchase the latest edition of Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, when you begin the program so that you have this manual as a reference to help you with your papers. Information about APA style is also available at http://www.apastyle.org/index.aspx Within your course work it is important to check with the course professor for particular requirements for written work. Different professors have slightly different expectations the same is true for professional journals so always clarify what is expected of you. We have developed a guide for writing and it is included in the Appendix in this handbook. Also consult the Enhanced Development of the Graduate Experience (EDGE) site at http://www.mun.ca/sgs/current/edge/ under Teaching and Learning for further assistance with writing. MN STUDENT STATUS DESCRIPTION Students should know that the terms "MN Candidate" or "MN(c)" are not appropriate and therefore not to be used by MN students. These terms are not recognized by the university as official designations, and the latter may be especially misleading if people do not understand what the (c) refers to. The situation is different for a PhD program, where candidate means the person has successfully completed candidacy or comprehensive exams, not just coursework. There is no equivalent milestone in our master's program. Students can identify themselves as MN students (or as BN) until they have completed all requirements of the master's degree. CONCLUSION The Associate Dean (Graduate Programs), and the Academic Program Assistant to the Graduate Programs in the School of Nursing as well as the others in the School of Nursing, faculty and staff, and staff at the School of Graduate Studies, are available to help students. We welcome any questions or comments and are more than willing to assist you in any way we can. However, it is your responsibility to contact us when you need any assistance. We are easy to contact and will get back to you as soon as possible. Resources, such as this MN Program Information book and the university websites, are also available. Students are encouraged to read them and refer to them whenever they have questions. 46 P a g e

APPENDIX This Appendix contains the following: SON Form for the Agreement of Thesis or Practicum Supervisor/Supervisory Committee SGS Form for Agreement for Thesis or Practicum Supervisor/Supervisory Committee (Change of Program Form) Responsibilities of Supervisors and Graduate Students Policy on Intellectual Property School of Graduate Studies Writing in the Master s Program Request for Leave of Absence Form Presentation and publication of material developed through program Requirements Note: As the student you are the first author. Upon acceptance to the MN program and when any changes are made to supervisory appointments within the program. An Intellectual Property Environmental Review must be completed and approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Any restrictions on Intellectual property or authorship must be clearly identified. It is important for both students and supervisors to be familiar with and adhere to the policy on Intellectual Property of the school of Graduate Studies. If you have any questions about this policy, contact the Associate Dean Graduate Programs. See police on Intellectual Property (pp 50-54) of handbook. 47 P a g e

MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY OF NEWFOUNDLAND SCHOOL OF NURSING - COMMITTEE AGREEMENT FORM TO: FROM: RE: Chair, Graduate Studies Committee, School of Nursing [student] Appointment of Thesis or Practicum Supervisory Committee Please circle: Thesis Committee Practicum Committee Proposed Topic: The following have agreed to be members of my Supervisory Committee and declare there is no conflict of interest associated with this supervision (see http://www.mun.ca/policy/site/policy.php?id=180 for Memorials Conflict of Interest Policy). Supervisor: (or) Signature: Co-Supervisor: Signature: Member: Signature: Member: Signature: Date: Student Signature: Approved: Date: Chair of Graduate Studies Committee: cc: Student File Supervisor/Co-Supervisors Member 48 P a g e

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Writing in the Master of Nursing Program The expectations for scholarly work are different at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level. There is, for example, more emphasis on content in undergraduate papers, and more emphasis on developing and defending ideas in graduate work. The transition to higher standards of writing can be frustrating for some students. Writing is an iterative process, taking multiple drafts to work through ideas and write a paper that is really good, not just acceptable. Even the best of writers do not produce a final document in one draft. The School of Nursing Graduate Studies Committee recognizes that although a number on MN students write will, others need to develop their writing skills to bring them to the level expected in a graduate program. We have developed this information sheet to provide students with tips and resources that they may use to improve their writing. Students who have used these suggestions have improved their writing skills. Students who improve their writing skills also improve their grades, because generally graduate papers that are not well written do not receive the grade of A. Improving writing in general: Purchase writing resources prior to beginning course work, and review them throughout course work and writing papers and practicum/thesis proposals and reports. A reference list is included at the end of this document. You should, for example, own the latest edition of APA Publication Manual. Prior to submitting work, ask a colleague to review it and provide you with feedback. When you are asked to write another draft of a proposal or paper, consider that this is part of the process of developing scholarly work. Even when someone who writes well submits an article to a journal for publication, he or she is usually asked to revise an argument or change the way something is worded. Good writing is a process. Always use the spelling and grammar check options of your word processing program prior to submitting a paper. Proofread your work! You may proof read your work by printing a paper or on your computer. Use whatever means works best for you. Identifying and addressing concerns: In many cases, course professors will return poorly written papers to students without a grade. If this happens to you, talk to the professor to identify the problem, then consult Memorial University s writing center, or read a text (e.g., Zilm & Entwistle, 2002), and /or consider hiring a writing tutor. Review feedback on specific drafts or papers and identify how you can improve your writing (e.g., can you improve defending your ideas or is there a specific problem with 57 P a g e

grammar or logic or understanding content?). Then consult appropriate resources and address the issue for the next draft or paper. If a faculty member indicates that you have not used APA format correctly and you disagree, contact the faculty member and indicate the relevant section of the APA manual to support your point. Remember APA also has comments and suggestions for improvement in writing style (e.g., Chapter 2). Common problems: Punctuation, especially the use, misuse, or neglect of commas, is a frequent problem. Consult a good grammar text as you write your papers. All sentences require a subject, verb and object. Hence, the need for the study, is not a sentence to be used in a scholarly paper. Long sentences are a common problem. If you find yourself using a semi-colon to separate clauses, consider redeveloping the clauses into two separate sentences. Similar cautions apply to paragraph length no longer than one double spaced page (see APA, p.36). It s and its, and possessives and plurals, are problematic. Learn the difference and when to use each! It s is not appropriate in scholarly writing. Avoid anthropomorphism do not attribute human characteristics to inanimate objects (APA, p.38). Inappropriately or illogically attributing action in an effort to be objective can be misleading. APA encourages authors to write using the first person (See APA, 5ht ed., P. 37-38) EXCEPTION: when writing an abstract, write in third person (See p.14). Passive tense can be problematic. Grammar-checking software will highlight passive sentences. Correct these by making the verb tense more active. For example, In a study by Smith it was found that reads better as Smith found that. For some students, a serious writing difficulty is developing a logical flow of ideas. Many students put one idea or theme in different paragraphs with the paragraphs inbetween containing different ideas. You can correct this by re-ordering sentences so that discussion of a given idea or theme stays together, or by adding bridging sentences to link together several paragraphs. Multiple thoughts in the same paragraph, without building to a conclusion, are another logic problem. For assistance, review Chapter 3 of the APA Publication Manual, or review a text such as the one by Zilm and Entwistle (2002). You should also consider learning to write and use detailed outlines of key points to help you identify and develop logical flow of ideas in a paper. Use direct quotations rarely. Use of quotes (i.e., someone else s words to state your point) suggest you do not understand the material. State your point in your own words; you can use a quote to reinforce or illustrate the point if necessary. When direct quotations are used, be sure to put these in quotation marks and include the page number in your reference. Within the text avoid the use of standalone quotes. Remember a quote is used to illustrate or clarify some point. Give yourself adequate time to develop and write your paper. A good paper cannot be written in a couple of days and is the main reason we give you the assigned paper at the beginning of the semester. Many papers require a synthesis or review of the literature and you need to take the time to locate and read that literature before you begin to write. 58 P a g e

Do not begin each paragraph or sentence with an author s name (e.g., Smith (2004) states) or the phrase According to We are looking for your critical reading or understanding of what these authors say rather than a simple citation. Academic Integrity: We expect honesty and integrity at all times in your written work. Honesty implies that the work you submit is your own work, any source of information is appropriately cited, and you do not resubmit papers that were written for another purpose without prior agreement with your professor. One of the most serious breaches of academic integrity is plagiarism and could jeopardize your MN program. Cheating is also a serious breach and includes but is not limited to copying, or allowing a colleague to copy your work, or writing an assignment for another student or submitting something written by someone else as your own paper. It also usually includes resubmitting a paper written for another course. For more information on ethics and publication consult Guidelines on Good Publication Practice by the Committee on Publication Ethics at http://publicationethics.org/ Plagiarism: Direct quotations need to be placed within quotation marks, and the page number provided. The failure to place direct quotation within quotation marks is plagiarism, a serious academic offence. For a definition of plagiarism, and for the School of Graduate Studies regulations for academic dishonesty, see: http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/sectionno=grad-0015 Section 2.4.12 Academic Behaviour Example: Phase 1 of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model seeks to define the quality of life of the target population. (McKenzie & Smelter, 2001, p.17). Incorrect examples: Phase 1 of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model seeks to define the quality of life of the target population (McKenzie & Smelter, 2001). This example is incorrect because the writer has not indicated that the authors exact words are used. Thus, while the authors are referenced, this example demonstrates plagiarism. When paraphrasing another person s writing, your text needs to be substantially different from the original material. It is not sufficient to simply change a few words. Example: Original test: PRECEDE-PROCEED has been the basis for many professional projects at the national level. This model is well received professionally because it is theoretically grounded and comprehensive in nature: It combines a series of phases in the planning, implementation, and evaluation process (Mckenzie, Neiger & Smeltzer, 2005, p.17). 59 P a g e

Incorrect example of paraphrasing: PRECEDE-PROCEED has been used in many professional projects. This model is viewed positively for the following reasons: 1) it is theoretically grounded, 2) it is comprehensive in nature. This model includes a series of phases in the planning, implementation, and evaluation activities. Note that in the above example, there are significant portions of the text that use the exact words as the original text (these are shown underlined). The above attempt to paraphrase is an example of plagiarism. Correct example of paraphrasing: The PROCEDE-PROCEED model has guided the development of numerous health education and health promotion programs, including national programs (Mckenzie, Neiger & Smeltzer, 2005). The model is valued because it is based in theory and its nine phases thoroughly guide the program developer through needs assessment, program development, program implementation, and program evaluation activities (Mckenzie et al.). Note in the above example the ideas of the original text are provided, but these have been paraphrased. References have been provided to indicate the source of the ideas discussed in this paragraph. Suggested Resources Cuddy, C. (2002). Demystifying APA style. Orthopaedic Nursing, 21(5), 35-42. Dexter, P. (2001). Tips for Scholarly Writing in Nursing. Journal of Professional Nursing, 16(1), 6-12. Mailey, S. (2001). Avoiding pitfalls in APA style American Psychological Association. SCI- Nursing, 18(3), 154-5. Perrin, R. (2004). Pocket Guide to APA Style. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company. Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6 th ed.) (2010). Washington, D.C.: American Psychological Association. http://www.apastyle.org/index.aspx Shrunk, W. (1995). The Elements of Style. New York, NY: Trustees of Columbia University. (Note: available at: http://www.bartleby.com/141) Zilm, G., & Entwistle, C. (2002). The SMART way. An introduction to writing for nurses. Toronto: Saunders Developed and Approved by the Graduate Studies Committee, School of Nursing, Memorial University of Newfoundland February 2004 Revised and Approved December 2004 60 P a g e

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