Nursing – Licensed Practical Nurse to BN Pathway
Advance your career with a Nursing degree from RRC Polytech.
As a licensed practical nurse, you have in-depth knowledge and experience in your field. With a Nursing degree from RRC Polytech, you can take your career to the next level.
This pathway is designed for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) applying to the Nursing program. Upon completion, graduates can apply to obtain a licence as a registered nurse.
Through this program, you will earn a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree and become eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN® exam). After completing the national exam and successfully becoming a member of the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) you will be able to legally use the registered nurse (RN) designation.
Space for LPNs in the Nursing program varies from term to term. If you successfully meet the admission requirements for Nursing – Licensed Practical Nurse to BN Pathway you will join a waitlist. You will be admitted into the Nursing program once a space becomes available and may receive credits equivalent to a maximum of one year of programming.
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Program TypeFull-time
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CredentialDegree
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Program DeliveryProgram courses are delivered in person. See locations to understand where this program’s courses are being delivered.In-person
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In-person LocationsNotre Dame Campus, Portage Campus and Winkler Campus
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IntakesFall, Winter and Spring
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Program Length22-32 months
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Total Tuition / Fees for CoursesEstimated total tuition fees for all terms of this program for domestic students. Other fees not included in this total include textbooks, supplies, application fee, etc. Learn more ›$20,000 – $22,100
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How to EnrolThis program requires a formal application. Find out how to apply ›Application required
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Application TypeRRC Polytech programs have different types of applications. Learn more about application types ›Direct entry
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Work-Integrated LearningWork-integrated learning includes opportunities like co-op, field and clinical placements, internships and industry projects.Gain hands-on experience with real work opportunities
Experience a Polytechnic Education
Full-time Delivery: Something New Every Term
Through this pathway program, you may be eligible to receive credits for the first three terms (first year) of the Nursing program, bypass the first three terms listed below and join the regular Nursing program in Term 4.
TERM 4
Explore pathophysiology and health assessment and study Indigenous wellness. Practice what you have learned through a higher acuity clinical practice.
TERM 5
Build on your training in pathophysiology, microbiology and chronic illness. Gain practical experience in medicine through a clinical practice course.
TERM 6
Explore acute conditions and family nursing topics. Develop your knowledge of surgery through a clinical practice course.
TERM 7
Study family health and develop leadership skills through a clinical practice course focused on pediatrics and maternity.
TERM 8
Advance your knowledge of mental health and epidemiology and pursue specialized electives. Complete a clinical practice course focused on mental health.
TERM 9
Study palliative care, community health and professional policies and complete a clinical practice course focused on palliative care.
TERM 10
Concentrate and practise your knowledge, under the guidance of a preceptor, in a focused practicum experience.
Employment Potential
Prepare yourself for career success
Potential Grad CAREERS
- Medicine programs
- Surgery programs
- Emergency programs
- Intensive care programs
- Pediatrics programs
- Maternity programs
- Mental health programs
- Tertiary hospitals
- Community hospitals
- Rehabilitation hospitals
- Gerontology and long-term care
- Palliative care
- Public health
- Community health
- Urban areas
- Rural areas
AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS
What to Expect in This Program
Get Prepared for the Future of Work
Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
Graduate Success
Nursing grads are highly skilled, adaptable and ready to lead from day one. They find success in a variety of health care settings and are a valuable part of any team.
The statistics below represent the opinions and employment statuses of this program’s recent grads. They were retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Report.
100% – NEW GRADS HIRED
There is a high demand for nurses in Manitoba, and nursing graduates often obtain a job in their area of choice. Once employed, our grads have numerous opportunities to acquire specialized skills, enhance their career mobility and pursue new positions.
$75K – AVERAGE NEW GRAD SALARY
Our students graduate feeling confident, career-ready and prepared to lead because of our program’s commitment to experiential learning, practical work experience and student-focused networking.
92% – SATISFIED WITH RRC POLYTECH EDUCATION
RRC Polytech programs are developed in consultation with industry leaders, organizations and employers to ensure the skills you learn are practical, up-to-date and fulfill market demand. As you build these skills, student services are here to support your growth and help you reach your career goals.
Who Should Enrol?
Turn your talents into academic success
As a licensed practical nurse, you are a caring person who speaks and acts assertively on behalf of others. You communicate professionally, make decisions skillfully and work responsibly and with integrity. As a professional nurse, you will learn to view health holistically and play a vital role in our modern health-care system.
Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.
PERSONALITY TRAITS
- Adaptable
- Challenge-driven
- Critical thinker
- Detail-oriented
- Empathetic
SKILLS
- Communication
- Lifelong learning
- Mathematics
- Prioritizing
INTERESTS
- Health care
- Medicine
- Patient care
- Mental health
- Anatomy
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
All the Information You Need
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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LOCATION, DATES AND FEES
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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OTHER INFORMATION
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DATES AND FEES
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LIST OF COURSES
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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OTHER INFORMATION
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Your future is within reach, and we’re here to help you achieve it. Experience industry-focused opportunities available at RRC Polytech and develop the knowledge and skills to grow, lead and excel in your future career.
Funding Your Education
Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and scholarships to help tackle your financial needs.
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