Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
(Brampton)
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Overview
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Courses
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Admission Requirements
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Careers
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Co-op
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Degree Completion
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Learning Outcomes
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Internship
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Fees & Financial Aid
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FAQs
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Labs & Technology
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Financial Planning Certification
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Professional Sales Certificate
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Program Transition
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Earn your Masters degree
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Transfer Opportunities
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Clinical Placements
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Articulation Agreements
For the Winter 2021 semester, this program will be delivered through a hybrid model that combines remote and in-person learning. View delivery modes for all programs.
Prepare for a career in the growing field of health care.
Program Overview
Approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario
Sheridan's four-semester Practical Nursing diploma program is approved (Category 1) by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). When you graduate from this program, you'll be eligible to apply to take the Canadian Practical Nursing Registration Examination (CPNRE). When you’ve successfully completed the CPNRE, you’ll be issued a license to practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario.
Prepare for a career as a practical nurse
In this program, you’ll learn to:
- Help clients with nutrition, elimination, medication, safety, ambulation and hygiene.
- Chart patients’ progress and assess their conditions.
- Care for wounds, change dressings and give medication.
- Educate clients and promote health and wellbeing.
- Care for patients through all stages of a disease, including palliative care.
Clinical placements: Get hands-on experience
Hands-on experience is essential to prepare you for a career as a practical nurse. In this program, you’ll have clinical placements in long-term care facilities, acute and chronic care hospitals and more — starting in your first semester. In your final semester, you’ll participate in a 450-hour clinical placement, gaining on-the-job experience that will boost your resume and build your confidence.
Your placements will be within 150 kilometres of Sheridan College. You’ll need to provide your own transportation to your clinical placements.
State-of-the-art education
Our Nursing Lab is modelled after a real hospital ward. It comes complete with high- and low-fidelity simulation mannequins that can be programmed to display various symptoms. In the lab, you’ll become better prepared to handle real-life situations.
You’ll learn from highly qualified Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners. Our professors have extensive specialized experience in family care, maternity care, emergency response, mental health, medical intervention and long-term care.
Complete your Practical Nursing diploma sooner
If you’re interested in fast-tracking your studies, you can choose to complete all four semesters back-to-back. This will allow you to earn your Practical Nursing diploma in just 16 months.
Explore your future lab
In Practical Nursing at Sheridan, you'll work in classrooms and labs designed to imitate real-world workplaces. Curious to see what's inside? Take a virtual tour of our Nursing Lab and our Scenario Lab, which you'll use as a Practical Nursing student.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Courses
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
Note: Some courses offer an online component and require one week in class and one week out of class with independent online assignments. Approximately 25% of your courses are lab courses held in our state-of-the-art clinic.
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Semester 1
CODE TITLE CREDITS NURS 17013 The Self and The Profession 3 NURS 19469 Fundamentals of Practical Nursing 3 NURS 11325 Lab 1 4 SCIE 18420 Human Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses 1 3 COMM 19999 Essential Communication Skills 3 MATH 14310 Mathematics for Nurses 3 NURS 10016 Human Growth and Development Through the Lifespan 3 Total: 22 -
Semester 2
CODE TITLE CREDITS NURS 14178 Nursing Care 1 3 NURS 17271 Health Assessment 3 NURS 27721 Nursing Clinical 2 6 PHAR 13672 Pharmacology for Nurses 3 GNED General Education Elective 3 NURS 10082 Lab 2 3 SCIE 16428 Human Anatomy & Physiology for Nurses 2 3 Total: 24 -
Semester 3
CODE TITLE CREDITS NURS 24998 Issues and Trends in Nursing and Health Care 3 NURS 20009 Nursing Care 2 3 NURS 24717 Nursing Clinical 3 6 GNED General Education Elective 3 NURS 28263 Lab 3 3 NURS 21323 Mental Health Nursing 3 NURS 26367 Family Care Nursing 3 Total: 24 -
Semester 4
CODE TITLE CREDITS NURS 23921 The Realities of Practice 2 NURS 29798 Lab 4 1 GNED General Education Elective 3 NURS 20065 Pre-graduate Clinical 14 Total: 20
Courses subject to change.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
- One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)
plus
- One Mathematics, Grade 12 (C or U) with a minimum of 70%
- Biology, Grade 11 (C or U)
- Chemistry, Grade 12 (C or U) or Chemistry, Grade 11 (U)
or
Applicant Selection
Selection process for applicants for January/May/September 2021 and January/May 2022:
The HOAE requirement has been temporarily waived for applicants applying to January/May/September 2021 and January/May 2022. Admission decisions for these intakes will be based on the GPA of your top 6 grades, including the required courses.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.Articulation Agreement
The following Articulation Agreement applies only to students enrolled in the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program, starting at Sheridan in September 2019 or later.
Applicants who do not possess the necessary admission requirements to this program at Sheridan who complete the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program will be granted admission, contingent on space in the program (in the semester that they are applying for), if they fulfill the following criteria:
- An overall GPA of 3.0;
- A minimum of 70% in required science and math courses for the program(s) to which the student is seeking admission; and
- A minimum grade of 60% in both English courses (ENG 10102 and ENG 17889) for students seeking admission to Sheridan's health science degrees (excluding diplomas) included under this agreement.
For the courses with minimum grade thresholds, as specified above, students may only have a maximum of two graded attempts. Withdrawals without Academic Penalty (i.e., "W" grades) are not included.
Where space is not available in the semester for which an applicant has applied and the applicant meets all the requirements of this agreement, admission to a later intake of the program will be granted.
Applicants from the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees certificate program must also complete all other pre-admission requirements for their chosen programs (including volunteer hours for the Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences – Athletic Therapy program), and should be aware of program-specific requirements such as criminal record checks, immunization documentation, etc.
Applicants who meet the admission requirements above and who successfully complete the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program are not required to complete the HOAE (Health Occupations Aptitude Exam), an admission requirement for Practical Nursing and Veterinary Technician.
Prospective students should ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria for registration, such as English language proficiency in the program for which this transfer process is being applied.
Criminal Record Check
Sheridan field placement agencies require a police record check for vulnerable sector persons and a current record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities.
Additional Information
Before undertaking this program, you should be aware that under the provisions of the Regulated Health Profession and Nursing Acts, to qualify to write the RPN registration exams, you must:
- Be a Canadian citizen, or a permanent resident of Canada or be authorized under the Immigration Act.
- Prior to commencing the practicum, and at individual expense, students must obtain a certification in CPR Level C and Standard First Aid for adults, children and infants.
*Course duration for September starts is two academic years. Course duration for January and May starts is 16 months continuous, pending space availability.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Career Opportunities
When you complete your Practical Nursing diploma program at Sheridan, you'll be ready to join a health-care team in any setting where nursing is practiced.
Here are some places you might work:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Community Health Centres
- Family Health Teams
- Independent practices
- Long-term care facilities
- Medical equipment companies
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Co-op
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Degree Completion
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Communicate therapeutically with clients and members of the health care team.
- Assess clients across the life span, in a systematic and holistic manner.
- Plan safe and competent nursing care, based upon a thorough analysis of available data and evidence-informed practice guidelines.
- Select and perform nursing interventions using clinical judgment, in collaboration with the client and, where appropriate, the health care team, that promote health and well-being, prevent disease and injury, maintain and/or restore health, promote rehabilitation, and/or provide palliation.
- Evaluate the outcomes resulting from all interventions in the nurse-client interaction and modify the plan of care as required.
- Act equitably and justly with clients and members of the health care team.
- Adapt to a variety of health care settings, using different leadership skills and styles as appropriate to each setting.
- Contribute to creating a healthy and safe work environment in a variety of health care settings.
- Practise in a self-regulated, professional and ethical manner, complying with relevant legislation and with the standards of both the regulatory body and the practice.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Internship
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Program Fees
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020–2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.
Program Fees
Fees for this program are paid to the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Program Fees
Fees for this program are paid to Brock University.
Fees for Canadian students
$5,191.05Fees for International students
$20,868.05Financial Aid & Awards
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Labs & Technology
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Financial Planning Certification
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Professional Sales Certificate
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Program Transition
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Earn your Masters degree
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Transfer Opportunities
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Clinical Placements
Semester 1
- Placement location: Long-term care facility within 150 km of Sheridan
- Placement hours per week: One day per week for 5 weeks, starting in Week 9
- Total hours: 30 hours
Semester 2
- Placement location: Long-term care facility within 150 km of Sheridan
- Placement hours per week: Two days per week for 14 weeks
- Total hours: 168 hours
Semester 3
- Placement location: Acute and chronic care hospital within 150 km of Sheridan
- Placement hours per week: Two days per week for 14 weeks
- Total hours: 168 hours
Semester 4
- Placement location: For your pre-graduate clinical placement, you’ll have the opportunity to identify up to three preferred placement locations. You’ll be matched with a placement based on availability of space.
- Placement hours per week: Four days per week for 14 weeks
- Total hours: 450 hours
Clinical placement requirements
Note: You’ll be required to provide documentation for the following items directly to your clinical placement. You must provide this documentation before the start of your placement, and at your own expense. If you can’t meet these requirements, you may not be able to participate in clinical placements, which will jeopardize your progress in the program.
1. Police clearance for Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS)
Sheridan Practical Nursing clinical placement agencies require a police clearance for vulnerable sector persons every six months. You must maintain this clearance throughout the program.
2. Immunization
You’ll also need to have up-to-date immunization (including MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Hepatitis B, flu shot, and TB) before you can participate in a clinical placement. Please refer to Sheridan’s Health Services’ immunization information online for details, or visit one of our campus health centres.
3. CPR
You’re required to have Standard First Aid and CPR Level C or Health Care Provider (HCP). You’ll need to be re-certified for CPR annually.
4. Mask Fit Test
You’ll be Mask Fit Tested by our laboratory staff within the first few weeks of Semester 1.
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Helpful links
Articulation Agreements
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Faculty
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Designation
Ontario College Diploma
Duration
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Location
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Program availability
Ontario College Diploma
Full-time 2 years Program code: PPNSG
Start date | Campus | Status |
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Sep 2021 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
Jan 2022 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
May 2022 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
Jan 2021 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Closed |
May 2021 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Closed |
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