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Students will begin to gain an understanding of the philosophical, theoretical and ethical foundations of the nursing profession and nursing practice. Concepts such as health promotion, relational practice, social determinants of health, social justice, and person-centered collaborative care are emphasized. An introduction to health informatics in nursing is also explored.

Theory-Based Courses

• Nursing 1120A – Community Models of Care
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• Nursing 1140A –  Introduction to Health Informatics Within Nursing
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• Nursing 1201A – Foundations of Nursing Practice
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• Nursing 2440A – Pathophysiology
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• Nursing 3340A – Analyzing and Understanding Data
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• Nursing 3820A – Microbiology and Immunology for Nursing Students
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Students will build upon their knowledge from first level and gain deeper insights and experience with more diverse populations. Concepts related to mental health care as well as application of principles in simulation are experienced. Students spend additional time in the clinical laboratory learning more advanced techniques related to aseptic technique and medication administration.

Theory-Based Courses

• Nursing 2600B – Mental Health Care
• Nursing 2630B – Nursing Care for Clients with Acute & Chronic Health Challenges I
• Nursing 3456B – Indigenous Health: The Influence of Policy and Practices
• Pharmacology 2060B – Introduction to Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Lab/Simulation-Based Courses

• Nursing 2500S/T – Laboratory: Medication Administration
• Nursing 2660S/T – Simulation: Mental Health

A deeper focus on acute and chronic healthcare considerations will be discussed by students in theory, the clinical laboratory and simulation environment, as well as the clinical settings in acute care medicine and surgery. Research methodologies, and evidence-informed practice in nursing are also emphasized throughout this level.

Theory-Based Courses

• Nursing 2250A – Understanding and Using Research
• Nursing 3500A – Nursing & Family Health
• Nursing 3630A – Nursing Care for Clients with Acute & Chronic Health Challenges II
  

Simulation/Clinical-Based Courses

• Nursing 3800Q – Simulation: Clients with Health Challenges (Simulation-based course)
• Nursing 3900B – Clinical Application: Nursing Care of Clients with Health Challenges

Students will begin to consolidate their knowledge in classes that explore ethical theories and the legal aspects of nurses’ role, nursing regulation and practice standards, social justice, leadership and advocacy. Students will examine the role of the nurse in shaping and influencing future directions in health and health care related to economics, technology innovation, power, and policy. Advanced clinical concepts are explored with a deeper understanding and application of clinical judgment in theoretical courses, as well as in clinical placement.

Theory-Based Courses

• Nursing 3310A (0.5 credit) – Health in a Global Context
• Nursing 4320A (0.5 credit) – Professional, Ethical and Legal Obligations: A Critical Appraisal
• Nursing 4401W (1.0 credit) – Integration of Advanced Concepts for Nursing Practice
• Nursing 4440A (0.5 credit) – Nurses as Leaders in System Transformation

Clinical-Based Course

• Nursing 4410A – Clinical Application: Applying Advanced Care Concepts

Students will enter the fifth level ready to apply knowledge in their integrative practicum experience where they will work alongside a nurse preceptor preparing them to enter the profession as a novice Registered Nurse.

Clinical-Based Course

• Nursing 4461X – Integrative Practicum