Practical Nursing

Program Overview

Sheridan’s Practical Nursing program equips students with essential skills to thrive in the expanding nursing field. This four-semester diploma program is approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), allowing graduates to apply for the Regulatory Exam-Practical Nurse (REx-PN). Upon passing the exam, students will receive a license to practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, enabling students to assist clients with various health needs, including nutrition, medication, and hygiene, while also promoting health and well-being.

Program Structure

The Practical Nursing program at Sheridan is designed to be completed in two years or can be fast-tracked to 16 months for those starting in January or May. The program structure includes:

• Four semesters of intensive study.
• Clinical placements starting from the first semester, providing real-world experience in various healthcare settings.
• Hands-on training in a state-of-the-art Nursing Lab, simulating real hospital environments.
• Options for back-to-back semesters for accelerated completion.

Students will engage in clinical placements in long-term care facilities and hospitals, with a significant 450-hour placement in the final semester. This structure ensures that students are well-prepared for their future careers in nursing.

Featured Experiences

The Practical Nursing program offers several unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

• Clinical placements in diverse healthcare environments, including long-term care and acute care hospitals.
• Access to a Nursing Lab equipped with high-fidelity simulation mannequins for realistic training.
• Hands-on experience starting in the first semester, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios.
• Opportunity to fast-track studies by completing all semesters consecutively.
• Learning from experienced Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners with specialized expertise.

Career Options

Graduates of the Practical Nursing program can pursue a variety of rewarding career paths in Canada, including:

• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN): Provide nursing care in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings.
• Long-Term Care Nurse: Work in nursing homes and assist elderly patients with daily living activities.
• Community Health Nurse: Focus on health promotion and disease prevention in community settings.
• Palliative Care Nurse: Support patients and families during end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Medical Equipment Sales Representative: Utilize nursing knowledge to assist in the sales and support of medical devices.

These roles highlight the versatility and demand for practical nursing professionals in various healthcare environments across Canada.

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