Last updated on 2025-06-12
Program Overview
Lakehead University offers a three-year compressed Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program designed to prepare students for a vital role in interprofessional health care teams. This accelerated program allows students to complete their studies and clinical placements in just three years, equipping them with the necessary skills to provide quality care across various health-care settings. A significant emphasis is placed on Indigenous health and wellness, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to address these critical areas in nursing practice.
Program Structure
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) - Compressed program is structured to provide an intensive educational experience over a three-year period. Key features of the program include:
- Condensed version of the four-year BScN program.
- Completion of all courses and clinical placements within three years.
- Eligibility to write the NCLEX-RN exam upon graduation.
- Focus on northern health issues and Indigenous health.
- Incremental clinical practice starting from the first year, supported by nursing practice labs and simulation labs.
- Opportunity for an "Early Finisher" option, allowing students to complete their program requirements ahead of schedule.
Throughout the program, students will engage in various clinical placements, gaining hands-on experience in diverse health-care environments.
Featured Experiences
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) - Compressed program offers several unique experiences that enhance the learning process:
- Incremental clinical practice throughout the program, starting from the first year.
- Simulation and lab experiences that augment clinical nursing practice.
- Exposure to a variety of health-care settings, including acute care hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care, and psychiatric care.
- Collaborative practice opportunities with individuals, families, and communities.
- Possibility of out-of-town placements across Canada and internationally.
Career Options
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) - Compressed program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in the health-care sector. Some potential job roles include:
- Surgical Acute Care Nurse: Provides care to patients undergoing surgery and assists in their recovery process.
- Maternal-Infant Nurse: Specializes in caring for mothers and their newborns during and after childbirth.
- Paediatric Nurse: Focuses on the health care of infants, children, and adolescents.
- Public Health Nurse: Works to improve community health through education, outreach, and preventive care.
- Mental Health Nurse: Provides care and support to patients with mental health issues, promoting recovery and well-being.
- Community Health Nurse: Delivers health services and education to communities, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Peri-operative Nurse: Assists in surgical procedures and provides care before, during, and after surgery.
- Critical Care Nurse: Cares for patients with life-threatening conditions in intensive care units.
- Occupational Health and Safety Nurse: Focuses on workplace health and safety, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner: Provides comprehensive care, including diagnosis and treatment of various health conditions.
- Nurse Administrator: Manages nursing staff and operations within healthcare facilities.
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