Enhanced Professional Practice - Gerontology and Chronic Illness | Full-time | Ontario College Graduate Certificate

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Program description

This one-year graduate certificate program is geared to experienced internationally educated nurses holding a four-year bachelor's degree in nursing. Through theory, labs, simulation, and clinical practice, this program focuses on caring for seniors throughout the continuum of care in a variety of settings. It allows students to deepen their capability to care for seniors who are living with chronic illness and their families. Nursing excellence across the domains of practice is optimized within the context of the Canadian health-care system. A professional socialization framework will be emphasized.

Program details

Code: 1362

Delivery: Full-time

Length: 1 year

Start: September, January and May

Campus: Doon (Kitchener)

Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate

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Sharon Tarbotton
starbotton@conestogac.on.ca

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