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GNUR 500 Introduction to Gerontological Nursing will detail the unique roles and functions of geriatric nursing by exploring historical underpinnings, societal needs, and current issues. Canadian and international standards for gerontological care will be examined and woven throughout course content. A conceptual model for nursing acutely ill, chronically ill or frail elders will provide a ground

GNUR 501 Psychosocial Issues Impacting Aging. As people age, explores how cognitive and affective function can be impacted by life events, transitions, role change, personal choice and behaviour, acute and chronic disease, or environmental stressors as people age. With a view to helping the older individual attain their optimal level of wellness, participants in this course will explore those

GNUR 503 Delirium, Dementia and Depression in the Elderly will provide the learner with opportunities to gain a solid understanding of these three medical conditions that alter cognitive capacity and impact psychosocial status and well-being in the older adult. Learners will look at current theories of causality, presenting behaviours, risk factors and therapies for each of these three conditions

GNUR 504 Nursing Lab - Basic Skills and Physical Assessment will provide the student with opportunities to learn and demonstrate skills in providing personal care and physical assessments. In addition, classes will focus on learning material that apply skills particular to the Canadian Health Care System and care of the older adult with an emphasis on assessment proficiency, psychomotor skills and

GNUR 505 Advanced Pharmacology for the Elderly will focus on the use of medications for the elderly; this will include mechanisms and rationale behind the treatment of conditions associated with advanced age. The pharmacological principles and foundational concepts for safe medication administration to the geriatric population will be addressed. These concepts will include pharmacokinetics

GNUR 508 Clinical Skills and the Older Adult builds on and consolidates concepts and nursing knowledge from earlier courses in the program. Participants will have the opportunity to practice relevant psychomotor skills associated with complex episodic and chronic health challenges experienced by older adults. This course will emphasize participant assessment proficiency, relevant clinical skills

GNUR 511 Physical Aging and Chronic Disease Management: Part I focuses on the normal changes of aging in all body systems. Select chronic diseases or conditions and their treatment modalities, will be reviewed simultaneously with body system overviews. Using Carol Miller's (2009) Model for Promoting Wellness in Older Adults, an exploration of potential risk factors, iatrogenic complications, and

GNUR 512 Physical Aging and Chronic Disease Management: Part II. This is a continuation of GNUR- I (3) 511 continuing an examination of normal changes of aging in body systems and introducing further chronic conditions and their treatment modalities.

GNUR 514 End of Life Care explores how palliative care is the unique way caregivers think, respond, and act as they give skilled and compassionate care to a dying person and the support system of that person. This course begins by helping each nurse understand their own personal and cultural perceptions of death and palliation by reflecting on their experiences with dying people. After exploring

GNUR 520 Practice in Complex and Community Settings practice course provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes learned in all courses in the program to date and become ready to undertake the role of a Health Care Assistant in community and complex care settings. A portion of this nursing practice experience will be devoted to providing nursing care to

GNUR 525 Nursing Practice in Multiple Clinical Settings provides opportunities for participants to experience the RN roles and responsibilities working with older adults. Participants will experience interdisciplinary team collaboration, and have opportunities to be health educators and mentorship of novice students. They will work in professional roles with groups, families and individuals, in

GNUR 530 Physical Aging and Chronic Disease Management: Part II is a course where learners will continue to explore age-related changes and commonly occurring diseases. Using theories for promoting wellness in older adults , learners will identify cumulative risk factors for onset of disease and/or disability and potential negative functional consequences. Learners will also explore the

GNUR 532 Professional Nursing in the Canadian Health Care System will introduce international nurses to the structure of the Canadian health care system, and the roles and scope of practice of nurses working within it. Theoretical foundations of professional nursing practice will provide a basis for understanding and examining standards of practice and ethical responsibilities within nursing. The

GNUR 533 Introduction to Nursing Leadership provides an opportunity for learners to further develop and refine their leadership skills. Within this course, learners will compare and contrast their individual leadership skill-set against current leadership theories and models and identify application opportunities in their current practice. Learners will develop strong interpersonal and team

GNUR 535 Nursing Registration Readiness I Please note that this is not an inclusive Nursing Community Assessment Service (NCAS) preparation course and therefore, does not cover all age groups or health issues covered in the NCAS OSCEs. Nursing Registration Readiness I provides an opportunity for learners to apply and consolidate nursing knowledge and skills into simulated scenarios. The virtual

GNUR 540 Physical Aging and Chronic Disease Management: Part III is a course where learners will continue to explore age-related changes and commonly occurring diseases. Using theories for promoting wellness in older adults, learners will identify cumulative risk factors for onset of disease and/or disability and potential negative functional consequences. Learners will also explore the

GNUR 542 Clinical Skills and the Older Adult will facilitate the consolidation and application of nursing concepts, knowledge, and skills introduced throughout the program. Participants will have the opportunity to practice relevant psychomotor and interpersonal skills associated with the care of older adults with complex health challenges. Assessments will focus on skill proficiency

*(Please note that this is not an inclusive Nursing Community Assessment Service (NCAS) preparation course and therefore, does not cover all age groups or health issues covered in the NCAS OSCEs). GNUR 545 Nursing Registration Readiness II provides an opportunity for learners to apply and consolidate nursing knowledge and skills into simulated scenarios. The virtual simulations and hands-on

GNUR 548 Nursing Practice in Multiple Clinical Settings provides opportunities for learners to experience the various roles and responsibilities of nurses and other allied health professionals working with older adults in a variety of care delivery and community settings. Learners will have the opportunity to explore the mission, vision, values, and roles and responsibilities of community

GOAL 01 Goal Setting for Transitions in Adult Living 1 offers students the opportunity for individualized learning. Students will be welcome to set learning goals within the scope of skills development in literacy, numeracy, computer technology and/or adaptive functioning.

GOAL 02 Goal Setting for Transitions in Adult Living 2 offers students the opportunity for individualized learning. Students continue to set learning goals within the scope of skills development in literacy, numeracy, computer technology and/or adaptive functioning. Students will be building upon the learning skills mastered in GOAL 01.

GOAL 03 Goal Setting for Transitions for Adult Living 3 continues to offer students the opportunity for individualized learning. Students continue to set learning goals within the scope of skills development in literacy, numeracy, computer technology and/or adaptive functioning. Students will be building upon the learning skills mastered in GOAL 02.

GOAL 04 Goal Setting in Transitions for Adult Living 4 continues to offer students the opportunity for individualized learning. Students continue to set learning goals within the scope of skills development in literacy, numeracy, computer technology and/or adaptive functioning. Students will be building upon the learning skills mastered in GOAL 03.

HCA 100 Program Foundations introduces learners to the Health Care Assistant Program structure and how to navigate the learning management system and other pieces of technology utilized in the program. An overview of the curriculum, teaching and learning approaches and strategies are introduced and discussed. Students are introduced to the function of the BC Care Aid and Community Support Worker

HCA 101 Concepts for Practice provides students with the opportunity to develop a theoretical framework for practice. Students will be introduced to the philosophical values and theoretical understandings that provide a foundation for competent practice as an HCA. The course focuses on concepts of caring and person-centred care; basic human needs and human development; and family, culture, and