Nursing - RPN to BScN Bridging, Bachelor of Science
Honours Degree
Program Code: NR4B1
Campus: North
Length: Bridging courses are delivered over 7 months followed by Year 3 and Year 4 of the Bachelor of Science - Nursing program
Humber’s RPN to Bachelor of Science - Nursing program prepares students with the necessary knowledge and skill for an in demand, rewarding career as a registered nurse (RN). Our graduates will lead and advocate for social justice while contributing to the delivery of innovative, safe, evidence-informed, and ethical care to clients and communities across all health-care sectors on local, national and international levels. They will be 21st century global citizens. Our graduates are prepared to complete the nursing registration exam requirements as registered nurses in Ontario. In our simulation labs, students will practise and improve interpersonal and technical nursing skills in a safe and active learning environment. Students will receive hands-on experience across a number of clinical placements at health-related agencies across the Greater Toronto Area.
Students admitted to the program must have successfully completed a two-year Practical Nursing diploma program within the last 5 years with a 75% or higher cumulative program GPA. In addition, students in the program must be registered practical nurses with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
This program is not available to international applicants.
During the program, RPN to BScN students will participate in approximately 1,200 hours of unpaid professional practicums. Practicums begin in the second semester, giving you valuable hands-on experience. These mandatory professional practicums provide students the opportunity to integrate nursing skills and knowledge in a supervised setting.
Humber has ongoing relationships with many agencies, and, as a result, practicum experiences are diverse, covering a broad range of settings including for example community agencies, schools, long-term care facilities and hospitals.
After successfully completing the bridging courses, students join the Direct Entry BScN at Year 3, Semester 5. During Year 3, students experience community, mental health and acute care practicum experiences, and in Year 4 Semester 7 students' practicum is in acute care. Each of the practicum placements in Semesters 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 are supervised directly by one of Humber’s experts in clinical practicum education.
Simulation activities at the college campus are also a component of the two bridging semesters, and of Semesters 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the Nursing degree program. Semester 8, the final practicum, can occur in any type of health setting and students select areas that interest them.
In Semester 8, you will complete a preceptored pre-graduate practicum. During this final practicum, students work one-on-one alongside a practising registered nurse in the setting.
Courses
Work Experience - SEM 6C |
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| BSCN 3605: Mandatory Professional Practicum - Nursing |
Semester 7 |
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| BSCN 4001: Nursing Concepts Across the Lifespan 5 |
| BSCN 4002: Mandatory Professional Practicum 6 - Bachelor of Science Nursing |
| BSCN 4003: Nursing Leadership, Ethics and Policy |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE: Degree Breadth Elective |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| NRSE: Bach of Sci - Nursing Elective |
Admission Requirements
Selection: Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.
The Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing program is a full disclosure program. Applicants must disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary (college or university) level. Disclosure and documentation is required for all courses, including those not leading to a completed credential, where credit was not granted, and where academic work was not related to the field of nursing. Failure to disclose previous postsecondary course work is considered an academic offence and may result in withdrawal from the program or rescinding an offer of admission.
Admission selection is based on the following 2 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Admission is restricted to graduates of an Ontario Practical Nursing diploma program within the last 5 years with a 75% or higher cumulative program GPA.
- Successful completion of the Practical Nurse (REx-PN) exam and registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Repeated courses within the Practical Nursing diploma are not permitted unless due to a failed course.
Please note:
- Bridging courses are delivered over two semesters followed by Year 3 and Year 4 of the Bachelor of Science - Nursing program.
- A minimum grade of 75% is required in each of the bridging courses.
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
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English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Fees
The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters is:
- domestic: $8,459.51
- international: N/A
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,177.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $743.09 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $4,561.30 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,177.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $80.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,898.21 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,177.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,818.21 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,177.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $40.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,858.21 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,177.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,818.21 |
| Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,177.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $269.84 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $4,088.05 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | N/A |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | N/A |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | N/A |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | N/A |
| Program Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Co-op/Placement | N/A |
| Total | N/A |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | N/A |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | N/A |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | N/A |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | N/A |
| Program Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Co-op/Placement | N/A |
| Total | N/A |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | N/A |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | N/A |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | N/A |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | N/A |
| Program Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Co-op/Placement | N/A |
| Total | N/A |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | N/A |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | N/A |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | N/A |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | N/A |
| Program Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Co-op/Placement | N/A |
| Total | N/A |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | N/A |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | N/A |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | N/A |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | N/A |
| Program Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Co-op/Placement | N/A |
| Total | N/A |
| Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | N/A |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | N/A |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | N/A |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | N/A |
| Program Ancillary Fee | N/A |
| Co-op/Placement | N/A |
| Total | N/A |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Equipment & Device Requirements
Semester 1
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
| Processor | Intel i5-8300H (PC) 4-core or higher 64bit (Mac) |
Intel i5-8300H (PC) 4-core or higher 64bit (Mac) |
| OS | Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) |
Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) |
| Memory | 8GB of RAM | 8GB of RAM |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
| Monitor | Laptop | Laptop |
| Other | Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite | Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite |
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Sandra Filice, associate dean
Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness
416-675-6622 ext. 5280
sandra.filice@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: May 7, 2024