Nursing: Collaborative Baccalaureate

Academic Requirements: High school and transfer student applicants must have satisfactory completion of the following Alberta high school courses or equivalents:

• English Language Arts 30-1 (minimum grade of 60%)
• Biology 30
• Chemistry 30
• Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 30-2, or Pure Mathematics 30
• A fifth course (not including Special Projects) at the Grade 12 level

Note: Admission is competitive, and the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge reserves the right of selection of all students for admission and re-admission to the faculty on the basis of academic qualifications. Competitive marks will be based on the average of grades in the five (5) courses listed above. Transfer students may have a minimum 3.0 credit hour university-level course mark in the same discipline used in place of the high school mark, if it is more advantageous. The fifth course may be substituted for any minimum 3.0 credit hour university-level course.

Academic Standards  During orientation to the program, students receive a handbook outlining all the program policies. It is very important for students to review and understand these requirements.

Admission Routes: Admission to the Bachelor of Nursing program may be gained by one of the following admission routes: Alberta or other Canadian high school credentials; transfer from recognized colleges or universities; adult student (Mature) admission, credentials from other countries.

If currently studying, applicants should submit mid-term grades with the instructor’s signature as soon as possible.  All applicants may be invited to an interview.

General Requirements:

5. Successful completion of at least 40 course equivalents (121.0 credit hours) with a cumulative grade point average of at least 00 on all courses taken for credit toward the degree.
6. Attain a minimum cumulative grade point average of at least 50 on all required Nursing and Health Sciences courses taken for credit toward the program in Years 3 and 4.
7. Completion of the Liberal Education Requirement (LIB ED).
8. A minimum grade of C- is required in all Nursing courses, and in BIO-1160 Anatomy and Physiology I (3 credits) and BIO-1161 Anatomy and Physiology II (3 credits), in order to meet degree requirements. Any student who receives a grade of D+ or lower in these courses is required to repeat the course and achieve a higher grade before being allowed to proceed in the program.
9. University of Lethbridge Residence Requirement: A minimum of 20 courses, including a minimum of 12 courses in Nursing and Health Sciences, must be completed at the University of Lethbridge.
10. The time limit for program completion is seven years after completion of the first Nursing course used for credit toward the degree.

Transfer Students:  A student may transfer up to 20 semester course equivalents (60.0 credit hours). Students may receive transfer credit for both nursing and non-nursing courses. Nursing, human anatomy/physiology, and microbiology courses must have been completed at an accredited post-secondary institution not more than three (3) years prior to admission. Non-nursing courses are subject to the time limits of the relevant faculty courses for which transfer credit is being sought and must be discussed at the time of acceptance into the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge.

International Students:  Applicants whose first language is other than English must provide acceptable evidence of English Language Proficiency according to the U of L admissions information.

Your Investment: Students are expected to travel for practice-based experiences, as required, and are responsible for associated costs.

• Year III and Year IV BN fees are determined by the University of Lethbridge. Please contact the U of L at 329.2649 for more information.

Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Pre-Placement Requirements:

This program has a required Work-Integrated Learning Pre-Placement Requirements (WIL) component. The Lethbridge Polytechnic dictates the legal terms and conditions governing the WIL.

Students must meet and maintain certain requirements to participate in the WIL setting as determined by programs, practice agencies and/ or legislated by government bodies. These may include health (e.g., immunizations, screening tests, etc.), privacy and security (e.g., police information check, IT access, etc.), and OH&S requirements (e.g., CPR certification, Fire Safety, WHMIS, Mask Fit-testing, etc.).

Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) coverage - WIL placement agencies and employers usually require WCB coverage on behalf of the student. Students enrolled in post-secondary institutions in Alberta are deemed to be employees of the Province of Alberta and, as such, provided WCB coverage. In certain instances for students outside of Alberta, WCB coverage may not be provided (e.g., non-Alberta residents taking a course solely through distance learning with a WIL placement outside of Alberta). These students are advised to contact the program prior to application.

Students with disabilities who may require accommodations must schedule an appointment with Accessibility Services at Lethbridge Polytechnic preferably upon acceptance to the program and no later than the Add/Drop deadline to identify potential impacts of their disabilities in the WIL setting. As part of this process, it may be necessary to collaborate with WIL supervisors to determine appropriate accommodations that do not compromise the health and safety of clients, essential placement requirements, or mandatory licensing processes. Failure to consult with Accessibility Services in a timely fashion may compromise the student's WIL placement and opportunities for success in the WIL setting.

In order to participate in a WIL, a student may be required to complete a Police Information Check or other type of Security Clearance to the satisfaction of Lethbridge Polytechnic and the WIL organization. Completion of a WIL does not guarantee employment with a WIL organization. Many disciplines are provincially or otherwise regulated (e.g., health professions under Alberta's Health Professions Act); such regulation is beyond Lethbridge Polytechnic's control. Completion of a WIL and graduation from a certain program do not guarantee one's licensure or admission into a regulatory body. Prospective students are encouraged to consult with a representative of the relevant regulatory body if they have concerns.

WIL sites may include Lethbridge, surrounding rural communities, and may extend beyond these boundaries depending on WIL site availability and approvals. WIL’s may include day, evening, and/or weekend schedules. Students will be expected to travel to assigned sites and will be responsible for arranging travel and any associated costs

Note: Applicants who lack the required academic admission requirements can apply to the College and University Preparatory Program to upgrade for your program.

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA): If you have experience working in this field of study, you may be eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.