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Nurse Practitioner (M.Sc.N./G.Dip) at Laurentian University

Laurentian University, Canada

Programme overview

Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner program leading to an M.Sc.N. with Nurse Practitioner designation (or completion of the NP courses for nurses who already hold a Master's in Nursing), offered through a consortium of nine Ontario universities. Largely delivered at a distance for Northern Ontario residents in a hybrid of online and onsite seminars.

Faculty: Faculty of Education and Health  |  Duration: Up to 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, online  |  Intake: Fall (entry in Fall only)  |  Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Problem-based and self-directed learning, simulation and competency-based strategies covering the competencies for NP practice. Must be completed within 3 years.

Career pathways

Extended-class registered nurse roles with authority to order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose, prescribe and refer, often as a first point of care in primary health care.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least 2 years (3640 hours) of full-time RN practice in the past five years, a BScN (or equivalent), an overall average of 75%, current CNO registration, Ontario residency and living within the placement area. Limited enrolment. Deadline February 1.

Intake: Fall (entry in Fall only)

Duration: Up to 3 years

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