Description

Prepare to enter a dynamic and rapidly changing industry as a Registered Nurse and leader in health care. Students will gain invaluable critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills through practicum placements in various health care settings.

The Bachelor of Science, Nursing program begins with admission to RDC in Year 1 as a student in the University of Alberta Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program with RDC. For the first three years students are registered as a RDC student. During Year 3 students apply for official admission to the University of Alberta for your fourth year. 

The Bachelor of Science, Nursing 4 year collaborative degree is approved by the Nursing Education Approval Board (NEPAB). As a graduate, students will be eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). This is required for license to practice in Alberta as a registered nurse (RN).

The focus is on concept based and intentional clinical learning.  Intentional clinical learning is a purposeful approach to providing students with the foundational knowledge and skills to provide safe quality patient care in today's complex health settings. 

* Note: Additional fees may apply
** All fees are subject to change without notice