TRENT/FLEMING SCHOOL OF NURSING CHALLENGE THE WAY YOU THINK
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THE TRENT NURSING ADVANTAGE
EVIDENCE-BASED CURRICULUM Accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing, the program weaves the most current faculty and evidence-based research into course work and clinical practice placements. Students build a strong base of knowledge and skill over their academic career, preparing you for meaningful professional practice in a range of nursing contexts after graduation. Choose to focus in one of five areas of interest, including: aging, mental health, Indigenous communities, rural health, and women’s health and gender.
EXCEPTIONAL FACULTY The classroom experience is enriched by Trent/Fleming School of Nursing faculty, who bring a combination of professional and academic knowledge and expertise. Faculty are directly involved in leading-edge research in areas such as aging, ethics, and healthcare leadership, as well as interdisciplinary research in the environment, Indigenous health, and women’s health. Students benefit from a climate of true mentorship and also have the opportunity to get involved in research throughout their academic career.
LEADING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN “Trent University and Fleming College have collaborated to offer a dynamic and responsive nursing program on the leading edge of social issues affecting health. I invite you to explore how we can help you make your dream of becoming a registered nurse a reality.” Dr. Kirsten Woodend Dean, Trent/Fleming School of Nursing
The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing prepares skilled nursing professionals with strong scientific knowledge and compassion rooted in the values of professional and social responsibility. Graduates of the program are known as leaders committed to advocacy, diversity, social justice, and the pursuit of excellence. As part of our community of scholars, you will combine education, research, and clinical practice to innovate new and better ways to care for individuals, families, and communities. 2
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Trent’s newly-expanded, state-of-the-art clinical learning centre is designed to replicate hospital and home settings. Featuring a number of low, medium, and high fidelity simulation mannequins, these labs give students the opportunity to practice their technical, critical thinking and decision making skills.
THEORY MEETS PRACTICE You will explore current healthcare themes through theory, practice, and clinical simulation experiences. This integrated approach offers more experience with clinical learning beginning in first year. By your final year of study, you will have gained more than 1,300 hours of clinical experience through a variety of frameworks, including hospital and community settings.
“Before I came into Nursing, I had no idea of the varied roles that nurses play – nursing is much more than putting on a dressing. As nurses, we have to use all of the tools that are available to us, including new technology.” Scott Wight, Trent B.Sc.N. alumnus, registered nurse at Peterborough Regional Health Centre
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (B.Sc.N.)
FOUR PROGRAM OPTIONS The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing offers four program options in partnership with Fleming College and George Brown College: C ollaborative four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) degree, available to individuals entering from high school or those who have completed some postsecondary education C ompressed 28-month program for students who have completed at least two years of an undergraduate degree and can fast track through the program
UNDERGRADUATE
During your studies benefit from the opportunity to participate in a field placement in rural Honduras as a member of a community health development team.
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SIX YEARS RUNNING Maclean’s University Rankings, 2017
IMAGINE DOING WHAT YOU LOVE IN A PROFESSION WITH LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing emphasizes a holistic approach to healthcare. Graduates of the collaborative and compressed programs are well-known in the industry as critical thinkers whose compassion and scientific knowledge are rooted in the values of professional and social responsibility.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS • The unique nature of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing collaboration means all classes for the collaborative and compressed programs are offered on-site at Trent, and post-bridge RPN to B.Sc.N. at George Brown • State-of-the-art clinical simulation facilities prepare students for challenging real-life experiences in a safe and supportive environment • Clinical experience of more 1,300 hours over the length of the program (beginning in first year) • Compressed program allows university transfer students to fast-track and complete their degree in 28 months • Strong focus on social justice and political advocacy in the healthcare environment • Opportunity for students to pursue their individual research interests in their fourth-year through a thesis option • Innovative curriculum, enhanced by five areas of interest: aging, mental health, Indigenous health, rural health, and women’s health and gender
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iploma in Foundations of Indigenous Studies D for Future Nursing Students A two-year program for Indigenous students who have the equivalent of Grade 12 or who qualify as mature students looking to bridge into Nursing. All courses from this diploma program receive university credit and students who complete the diploma and meet the requirements are admitted to the B.Sc.N. degree.
JOIN THE HONDURAN HEALTH BRIGADE
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P ost-bridge RPN to B.Sc.N. pathway program for graduates from any two-year Registered Practical Nursing (RPN) diploma program who are registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
THE TRENT DIFFERENCE: CREATE CHANGE
Graduates of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing experience a high rate of employment and possess the knowledge and skills to work as registered nurses in a range of hospital and community-based healthcare settings. They are actively recruited by local healthcare facilities. Many also pursue graduate studies in nursing.
The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing is recognized as the leading Canadian change agent for applying nursing as a driver of social justice. As a student in our program you will help to improve the health and quality of life for marginalized populations by engaging in research, community partnerships, and clinical experience.
The profession continues to expand beyond traditional nursing roles, providing increased career options and flexibility. Registered nurses work in areas such as: • Acute, home, long-term, or complex continuing care • Research • Child, mental, or public health • Education
Our school is dedicated to: • Raising the standards for practice-ready nurses; • Providing a fully-integrated curriculum with collaborative research that focuses on advancing social justice learning and community transformation; • Offering focused learning streams, teaching approaches, and technology that enable you to enter practice with clinical excellence, critical thinking and advocacy skills; and • Delivering opportunities that build strong community partnerships for health promotion, access and equity for Indigenous communities, rural and aging populations, people with mental health issues, and women’s health and gender.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 1
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COLLABORATIVE PROGRAM (FOUR YEARS)
OUAC application code: RCN PREREQUISITE COURSE EQUIVALENTS
AVERAGE / GPA
SECONDARY SCHOOL
ENG4U (min. 70%) SBI4U (min. 65%) SCH4U (min. 65%) Any 4U Math (min. 65%)
A minimum average of 75% calculated on the required courses, plus your next best two 4U/M courses
COLLEGE
Secondary school 4U pre-requisites or two semesters of:
A minimum average of 75% (3.0 GPA) in a completed pre-health sciences (university stream) certificate program or two semesters of a diploma program at a recognized community college.
English (min. 70%) Biology (min. 65%) Chemistry (min. 65%) Math (min. 65%) UNIVERSITY
Secondary school 4U or college prerequisite courses or one semester of:
A minimum average of 70 (2.7 GPA) calculated on the equivalent to at least one year of full time study.
English (min. 60) Biology (min. 60) Chemistry (min. 60) Math (min. 60)
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DIPLOMA IN FOUNDATIONS OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES FOR FUTURE NURSING STUDENTS
This program is open to Indigenous students who have the equivalent of Grade 12 or who qualify as a mature student, or whose admission is approved by the director of the First Peoples House of Learning and the Office of the Registrar. Graduates of this program must have a cumulative average of 70%, with at least 60% in each course and meet the admission criteria for the Collaborative or Compressed Nursing program.
At Trent, we believe in rewarding academic excellence and supporting an accessible education for all.
COMPRESSED PROGRAM (28 MONTHS)
THE TRENT SCHOLARSHIPS ADVANTAGE
OUAC application code: RFN PREREQUISITE COURSE EQUIVALENTS
AVERAGE / GPA
SECONDARY SCHOOL
Not eligible for admission
Not eligible for admission
COLLEGE
Graduates from the Fleming College Practical Nursing diploma program will be considered for admission with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (75) and are eligible for a block transfer of 5.0 full credits
A minimum GPA of 3.0 (75) and not less than 70 in nursing courses.
Secondary school 4U or college prerequisite courses as listed above or one semester of:
A minimum GPA of 2.7 (70) calculated on the last ten (10) university full course equivalents (two years of an undergraduate degree program)
UNIVERSITY
Applications are submitted through ocas.ca For more information: georgebrown.ca/nursing/programs.aspx
SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
Applications are submitted through ouac.ca.
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TRENT-GEORGE BROWN NURSING BRIDGE PROGRAM
R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. Program S122 The R.P.N. Bridge to B.Sc.N. program is open to graduates from any two-year Registered Practical Nursing (RPN) diploma program who are registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (75%) and not less than 70% in nursing courses to be considered for admission to the Bridge program. Students who successfully complete all bridging courses through George Brown and have a minimum cumulative average of 75% and not less than 70% in any course in the bridge will be eligible for admission to Trent’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, offered at the George Brown campus.
Biology (min. 60) Chemistry (min. 60) Math (min. 60) 1.0 credit in an Introductory Psychology course* 2.0 full credits at the 1000 level (first year) 1.0 full credits at the 2000 level (second year)
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Entrance scholarship GUARANTEE – Achieve an average of 80% or higher and you automatically receive an entrance scholarship
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WE ARE #1 – You won’t find another university in Canada that invests more in scholarships and bursaries than Trent
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Our in-course scholarships are AVAILABLE EACH YEAR, depending on your Trent average
TRENT UNIVERSITY NATIONAL ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP FOR CANADIAN STUDENTS Our entrance scholarships reward you for your academic achievement – no application required!
* Applicants with sufficient additional transfer credits may have this course requirement waived for admission.
Applications are submitted through ouac.ca. As part of the admission process applicants to the Collaborative and Compressed nursing programs are required to complete the CASPer test. For more information about CASPer visit takecasper.com SPECIAL NOTE: Students registered in the Fleming Pre-Health Science Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees must achieve an overall average of 75% or better in the completed program to be eligible for admission. Applicants from other Pre-Health Science programs must meet the minimum course and cumulative average requirements.
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Achieve an average of 80% or higher in high school, and you automatically receive an entrance scholarship. Maintain an average of 85% during your time at Trent and you qualify for an in-course scholarship each year. Learn more: trentu.ca/scholarships
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