Nursing
Nursing
Credential:
Diploma
Duration:
19 months
Format:
Full time
Start date:
September
Location:
Chilliwack campus at CEP
Cost:
(Details)
FEATURES:
UFV’s 19-month Practical Nursing program prepares you to work as a LPN in a variety of health care settings within hospitals, residential care facilities, and the community.
The program is comprised of four semesters followed by a preceptorship experience. Program courses are delivered in a variety of formats such as group work, multi-media approaches, lecture, lab simulation, and skill mastery.
Once you graduate, you are eligible to write the REx-PN exam . Upon successful completion, you can be employed as a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
View LPN program outline in the UFV Academic Calendar
UFV also offers a LPN to BSN bridging program that allows LPNs to receive credit on route to upgrading their qualifications as Registered Nurses (RN) through an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Please note: The Practical Nursing program is very demanding. Classroom experiences may include evening scheduling. Clinical experiences may include extended work days, evening and night shifts, and weekends.
The practical nursing program prepares you for employment in selected health care settings within hospitals, long-term care facilities, and the community.
This diploma program has been approved by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of B.C. (BCCNM).
The First Nations Health Authority promotes opportunities for young, passionate, and educated B.C. First Nations and Aboriginal youth. Check out their health careers guidebook for info about specific health careers.
Details outlining the entrance requirements can be found in the Academic Calendar.
Note: we will be offering PNUR 147 — Human Anatomy and Physiology, a required course for the program, in the fall semester.
If you have been accepted to Qualifying Studies, you may wish to upgrade your qualifications and begin some academic courses through the Nursing track option.