Academic Pathways Guidebook 2021 Edition

In four years, through our collaborative program, you can earn your
college diploma and your university degree. We offer collaborative and
joint programs with Ryerson University and the University of Toronto.
Get practical and technical strengths of a college diploma and the
theoretical foundations of a four-year bachelor degree.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Collaborative Nursing Degree 9260
LENGTH INTAKE CREDENTIAL LOCATION
4 years/8 semesters Fall Honours Bachelor Degree Morningside
The demand for health care is expected to grow as the number of seniors in Ontario increases. This program — a
partnership with Ryerson University and George Brown College — will equip you to work in numerous nursing roles and
environments. You will complete your first two years at Centennial and the final two years at Ryerson. The curriculum will
cover five themes, reflected throughout the program at varying levels:
• Primary healthcare/health promotion
• Reflective practice/critical thinking
• Meaningful relationships/caring communication
• Political/social justice
• Personal/professional development
Nursing labs with highly realistic computerized “patients” will be available for practice, and you will have the opportunity
to partake in a large-scale disaster exercise. Your will complete professionally-related courses in areas of anatomy and
physiology, nutrition, ethics, psychology and sociology. The BScN program also includes a series of required and elective
courses selected from other disciplines in order to enhance and support the broad knowledge base required of a
professional nurse.
Note: The official Ministry name for this program is Collaborative Nursing.
For full details, including admission and any additional requirements, please see the program page on our website
centennialcollege.ca/9260.
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