
Prepare for a nursing career in Ontario
Enhanced Practice for Internationally Educated Nurses – Complex Care Ontario College Graduate Certificate program
Build on your internationally-acquired skills to prepare for a nursing career in Ontario. Learn acute complex care through classes, labs and clinical placements.
Program information
Program description
In this program, Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) enhance their knowledge and understanding of nursing practice in complex care environments in Ontario by developing their theoretical and clinical skills. Individuals with complex care needs often suffer from combinations of multiple chronic conditions, mental health problems, drug interactions and social vulnerability. Using an interprofessional approach, students focus on the application and evaluation of advanced theories and practices related to ethical and legal issues, pharmacology, advanced health assessment, mental health nursing practice, complex health challenges, clinical decision making, communication, cultural diversity and sensitivity. Experienced nursing faculty use a variety of active learning methods, including simulation labs and a practicum placement to assist IENs to consolidate their understanding of healthcare in Canada and the nursing profession in Ontario.
In order to provide a quality practicum placement, students will be placed in a variety of settings. Students are required to provide their own transportation for the practicum.
Intake information
Start date | Campus |
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Winter 2022 | Barrie |
Tuition and fees
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Work integrated learning
This program includes a clinical placement component where you will gain practical work experience under the supervision of a registered or licensed professional.
What are the admission requirements for the Enhanced Practice for Internationally Educated Nurses – Complex Care program?
Enhanced Practice for Internationally Educated Nurses – Complex Care admission requirements
Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent in nursing.
Selection Process
- post-secondary degree in nursing from an accredited nursing education program;
- current registration with the nursing regulatory body in their home province/state and or country; (i.e. letter, membership card, etc.);
Language Proficiency Requirement
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The English proficiency requirement can be met through:
- IELTS with an overall score of 6.5
- For further information, refer to Georgian’s English Language Proficiency policy 2.5 at: http://georgiancollege.ca/admissions/policies-procedures
Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check
Placement agencies require an up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector check prior to going out on placement. Students should obtain their criminal reference three months prior to placement; checks conducted earlier may not be considered current. As some jurisdictions require longer lead-time for processing, please check with the program coordinator to ensure you allow for sufficient turn-around time. It is the student’s responsibility to provide the completed document prior to placement start.
NOTE: Individuals who have been charged or convicted criminally and not pardoned will be prohibited from proceeding to a clinical or work placement.
Admission details
Students must have up-to-date immunization records in compliance with the Public Hospitals Act. Students must also have a valid mask fit test, BLS CPR and Standard First Aid. Students are to use the Clinical Preparedness Permit to document completion of these clinical requirements.
Completion and submission of this permit is required in order to ensure placement in clinical and field placement facilities.
Students will be placed in a variety of agencies in the region serviced by the campus. Students are required to provide their own transportation to the placement site.
What career paths can I take in complex care?
Your Acute Complex Care for Internationally Educated Nurses graduate certificate gives you many career opportunities
Graduates may find employment opportunities in a variety of health care settings, which may include acute care facilities, long term care and community care.
What courses are included in the Enhanced Practice for Internationally Educated Nurses – Complex Care program?
Course overview
10 Program Courses
1 Clinical Placement
Program-specific courses
Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Enhanced Practice for Internationally Educated Nurses – Complex Care program outline.
- CCNI 1000 – Introduction to Complex Care Nursing
- CCNI 1001 – Nursing as a Profession
- CCNI 1002 – Advanced Pharmacology
- CCNI 1003 – Professional Communication in Nursing
- CCNI 1004 – Advanced Health Assessment
- CCNI 1005 – Complex Care Nursing Skills
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