2024-2025 Nursing and Personal Support Worker Programs. Niagara College Canada by Niagara College Canada

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Niagara College Canada’s leader in applied, experiential learning, NC offers its students a breadth of programs that reflect and respond to the key sectors of our region, our province and the broader global economy. These programs immerse students within a highly experiential learning environment, enhanced by digital technologies. Our graduates possess cultural and global competencies; they are innovative, adaptable and entrepreneurial, pushing the boundaries of the possible for industry in Niagara, in Canada and abroad.

Apply today. Niagara College acknowledges the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

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NEWMARKET

400

AURORA 404

407 WHITBY

MARKHAM 10

BRAMPTON

401

407 427

YORK 6

TORONTO

MISSISSAUGA 401

GUELPH

MILTON

LAKE ONTARIO

QEW

407

OAKVILLE

KITCHENER 6

403

CAMBRIDGE

BURLINGTON HAMILTON 401

WOODSTOCK

403

QEW

ST. CATHARINES

BRANTFORD

100 km

U.S.A.

20 406

CALEDONIA 125 km

NIAGARA 25 km on-the-LAKE

50 km

75 km

NIAGARA FALLS

990

WELLAND

QEW 3

CAYUGA

SIMCOE

DUNNVILLE

FORT ERIE

290 90

BUFFALO 90

LAKE ERIE

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Welcome to Niagara

Getting Here

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations with events, shows and festivals happening daily – Niagara College (NC) offers more than 130 innovative programs housed between our campuses in Welland and Niagaraon-the Lake. Together they provide unique living labs and state-of-the-art facilities that deliver experiential learning opportunities; numerous on-campus employment opportunities; world-class applied research; and smaller class sizes delivered in an intimate and welcoming environment.

No matter which direction you are travelling from, both the Welland Campus (WC) and the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake (NL) are easy to get to thanks to the transportation corridor and vast network of highways which connect Niagara to both Canada’s largest city and the most populous regions of the USA.

With close proximity to restaurants, wineries, museums, galleries, live music, festivals and only a 30-minute drive to the Canada-US border, both campuses are known for their warm and supportive culture and commitment to offering relevant programs that provide real-world work experience. Our classes are taught by passionate faculty who are committed to student success, resulting in a truly, one-of-akind educational experience.

Located in Welland’s residential district, a strong reflection of our commitment to supporting the local communities we serve, the Welland Campus is a 90-minute drive to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and 2 hours to downtown Toronto and the beautiful 125-acre campus in Niagara-onthe-Lake which sits at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment is just a 70-minute drive to the GTA and 90 minutes to downtown Toronto. Driving times: Hamilton – 45 minutes Oakville – 55 minutes Milton – 60 minutes Brantford – 60 minutes Mississauga – 60 minutes

The Niagara Transit Commission serves all of the municipalities in the region and will ensure you get where you need to go.

In addition, for students travelling to Niagara, GO Transit provides daily service directly to NC’s campus in Niagara-onthe-Lake with route details available at niagaracollege.ca/GO

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WELLAND CAMPUS

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There is plenty to experience at the Welland Campus which has seen a complete overhaul in the past 10 years with expansions, additions and renovations to every section of the facility. The original home of NC, this campus is a leader in sustainable technology and operates state-of-the-art, modern learning environments designed to help students succeed in their education and career training. The Welland Campus is located in the heart of a residential area near shopping centres and a variety of food outlets. The Seaway Mall and Niagara Street (shopping and food) are within walking distance of the campus. Transit connections via Niagara Regional Transit are available from the college, or from bus stops close-by. Niagara Falls, one of the wonders of the natural world, is only 25 minutes away by car. The beautiful Niagara Parkway, Niagara River, and Ontario Wine Country are within driving distance as well. Sand beaches and summertime fun are at your fingertips – visit the north shore of Lake Erie, one of Ontario’s Great Lakes. Known as Ontario’s “South Coast”, the shore area offers swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, festivals and more, and is only a brief car ride away.

Academic Schools: Academic and Liberal Studies Allied Health Community Services English Language Studies Justice and Fitness Media Nursing and Personal Support Worker Part-Time Studies Technology Trades and Apprenticeships

Campus Highlights: Applied Health Institute Rankin Technology Centre Marilyn I. Walker Centre of Excellence in Visual Arts and Technology Eva M. Lewis Library and Learning Commons Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre Green Automotive Technology Lab Research and Innovation Athletic Centre Dental Clinic Teaching Hair Salon Massage Therapy Clinic

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DANIEL J. PATTERSON CAMPUS

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The 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake is the centre for NC’s business, hospitality, horticultural, environmental, culinary, wine, beer and spirits programs. It has blossomed into a masterpiece of hands-on learning through the innovative development of several on-campus teaching enterprises. It has most recently seen the addition of a state-of-the-art fitness and research centre in the Marotta Family Innovation Complex together with Canada’s first and only Cannabis Institute and Teaching Distillery. Students and visitors alike can enjoy two worlds: the natural landscape of the Niagara escarpment situated adjacent to the campus and the lively surrounding communities. There is something for everyone, including a 100+ brand outlet shopping centre across the street. Niagara Falls and the beautiful Niagara Parkway, Niagara River, and Ontario Wine Country are all close by. Students and residents can also visit beautiful sand beaches and enjoy summertime fun along the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. The Niagara area also offers excellent recreational fishing, boating, hiking, as well as vibrant festivals and events all year round.

Academic Schools: Academic and Liberal Studies Business and Management Culinary Arts Environment and Horticulture Hospitality and Tourism Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies

Campus Highlights: Teaching Brewery Teaching Winery Teaching Distillery Pop-up Culinary, Wine, Beer and Spirits events Research and Innovation Teaching Greenhouse Teaching Spa Beekeeping Apiary Cannabis Institute Marotta Family Innovation Complex Ecological Lagoons and Wetlands 40-Acre Vineyard

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Nursing and Personal Support Worker Studies Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing Personal Support Worker Personal Support Worker (Alternative Delivery) Practical Nursing Practical Nursing (Alternative Delivery) Community Mental Health–Multidiscipline* Gerontology* Nursing Leadership & Healthcare Management* Palliative Care–Multidiscipline* * Programs are for qualified internationally-trained nurses only.

Admission Requirements: The Niagara College School of Nursing and Personal Support

earn additional certifications along with their credential, access

Worker studies prepares students for rewarding careers in

unique bridging opportunities, have the option to apply for

health care. Courses are taught by supportive faculty with

professional certifications post-graduation, and enjoy a unique

significant expertise in their respective fields with a strong

interprofessional educational experience that focuses on

emphasis on providing students with access to hands-on

integrating several health-care professionals into a single team

learning experiences via NC’s state-of-the-art lab facilities as

to provide the best possible client care.

well as field placements and practicums. Students can also Degree Program

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Code Campus Start ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing 6200

Length

OSSD or equivalent plus: ENG 12 (U) Min 75%, Math 12 (U) Min 75%, Chemistry 12(U) Min 75%, Bio 12(U) Min 75%, plus: Two additional 12 (U)or(M) level courses in any field of study, Min 60& overall average. Recommended courses: Mathematics of Data Management 12 (U), proof of English Proficiency.

4 Years

Certificate Program Personal Support Worker

0942

Personal Support Worker (Alternative Delivery)

0945

Practical Nursing

0926

F/W/S OSSD, or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C),(U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U), Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U).

2 Years

Practical Nursing (Alternative Delivery)

0930

F/W/S OSSD, or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C),(U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U), Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U).

2 Years

F/W/S OSSD, or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C),(U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U), or 12 (U). F

1 Year

OSSD, or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C),(U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U), or 12 (U).

1 Year

Diploma Program

Graduate Program (Internationally-trained nurses only*) Community Mental Health– Multidiscipline

0964

F/W/S A College Diploma or University Degree in Nursing. If English is not your first language, proof of English proficiency may be required.

1 Year

Gerontology

0966

F/W/S A College Diploma or University Degree in Nursing. If English is not your first language, proof of English proficiency may be required.

1 Year

Nursing Leadership & Healthcare Management

0970

F/W/S A College Diploma or University Degree in Nursing. If English is not your first language, proof of English proficiency may be required.

1 Year

Palliative Care–Multidiscipline

0962

F/W/S A College Diploma or University Degree in Nursing. If English is not your first language, proof of English proficiency may be required.

1 Year

Some programs have pre-admission requirements-for details visit niagaracollege.ca/par.

As a recent graduate from Niagara College’s PSW program, I believe my experience at Niagara College has left me with a great sense of knowledge and pride as a PSW. I found the teachers in the PSW program to be very supportive and very knowledgeable. During my placements, I realized the importance of PSWs and that I have the opportunity to be a great impact on clients’ lives. I love interacting with people and fell in love with working with the patients on my consolidation. Many thanks to all the professors in the PSW program

Hollie Kankowski

for their support and guidance.

DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

program graduate

GRADUATE

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Nursing and Personal Support Worker Studies Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing Code

6200

Campus

Start

Are you a compassionate leader who wants to promote health, advocate for social justice, and provide care to help patients optimize their well-being? As a Registered Nurse, you are a leader within the healthcare team with the skills and knowledge needed to advocate for patients and provide vital nursing care to individuals, families, and communities.

TERM ONE

Program Highlights:

TWO

› Over 300 hours of hands-on experiential learning in state-of-the-art simulation labs. › Hundreds of hours of clinical placement experience in a variety of health care settings, culminating in a 14-week clinical capstone course. › Program focus on global health and social justice. › Opportunity to participate in a global health experience through Niagara College’s Be World Ready program. › Eligible graduates may write the Next Generation NCLEX exam, and if successful, may work as a Registered Nurse (RN) regulated by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Career Opportunities:

› Business or industry › Clinic or medical centre › Community and home care › Correctional facility › Education › Hospital/critical care settings

PLACEMENT

THREE

FOUR

› Long-term care agency › Mental health service › Research › Public health › Tourism (resorts, cruise ships)

Length

COURSE TITLE

Introduction to Nursing as a Profession Anatomy and Physiology I Interprofessional Relationships Nursing Approaches to Supportive Care Professional and Academic Communication (Nursing) Psychology: An Introduction Anatomy and Physiology II Caring for Persons Requiring Supportive Care Family Health Lifespan Development Clinical Practicum I - Long Term Care Pharmacotherapeutics Pathophysiology I Health Assessment Nursing Approaches to Acute and Chronic Illness Caring for Persons Requiring Medication Clinical Practicum II – Institution and Community Settings Introduction to Statistics in Biological Science Pathophysiology II Nursing in the Community and Home Setting Microbiology Caring for Persons with Acute and Chronic Health Challenges Clinical Practicum III – Primary Health Care

Personal Support Worker Code

0942

Campus

4 Years FIVE

SIX

SEVEN

EIGHT

Start

F/W/S

Are you committed to positively impacting the quality of life for others? As a Personal Support Worker, you are a skilled and compassionate healthcare provider who assists clients with physical and psychosocial challenges during all life stages.

Length

Career Opportunities: › Acute-care hospital › Adult day program › Group home › Home-care agency › Hospice/palliative care service › Long-term care facility › Seniors’ residence

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1 Year

Ontario College Certificate niagaracollege.ca/0942

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE

Program Highlights:

› Unique interprofessional education course designed to strengthen collaboration skills as a member of the healthcare team. › 42 hours of hands-on experience in the simulation lab and over 250 hours of clinical placement in both long-term care and community settings. › Apply to bridge into term two of NC’s Practical Nursing diploma program. Graduate with two additional certificates: › Managing Food Safety certificate, offering unique culinary curriculum focused on food preparation. › Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate focused on caring for individuals with dementia and other cognitive diseases.

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Caring for Persons with Mental Health Challenges Nursing Research Global and Environmental Health Nursing Approaches for Clients with Medical and Surgical Problems Clinical Practicum IV – Acute, Chronic, and/or Mental Health Challenges Professionalism and Ethics Health and Social Justice Caring for Persons with Acute Health Challenges Clinical Practicum V – Acute, Chronic, Mental Health, and/or Primary Health Care Liberal Education Elective (1 course required) Leadership and Professional Practice Caring for Persons with Complex Clinical Conditions Clinical Practicum VI – Acute, Chronic, Mental Health, and/or Primary Health Care Liberal Education Elective (1 course required) Capstone Clinical Praxis – Local or Global

PLACEMENT WC

Ontario College Bachelor’s Degree

TWO

Supportive Care Communication in Healthcare I Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Community Support and Home Management Development and Health Promotion Across the Life Span Human Body Structure and Function Role of the Personal Support Worker Cognitive Impairment and Mental Health Alterations in Body Structure and Function End of Life Care Long Term Care Institutional Placement Personal Support Worker Consolidation

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Personal Support Worker (Alternate Delivery) Code

0945

Campus

OFF-CAMPUS

Start

PLACEMENT Length

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TERM COURSE TITLE ONE

Program Highlights:

› Unique interprofessional education course designed to strengthen collaboration skills as a member of the healthcare team. › 42 hours of hands-on experience in a living lab at a local long-term care facility and over 250 hours of clinical placement in both long-term care and community settings. › Apply to bridge into term two of NC’s Practical Nursing diploma program. Graduate with two additional certificates: › Managing Food Safety certificate, offering unique culinary curriculum focused on food preparation. › Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate focused on caring for individuals with dementia and other cognitive diseases.

1 Year

Ontario College Certificate

TWO

Supportive Care Communication in Healthcare I Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Development and Health Promotion Across the Life Span Human Body Structure and Function Role of the Personal Support Worker Community Support and Home Management Cognitive Impairment and Mental Health Alterations in Body Structure and Function End of Life Care Long Term Care Institutional Placement Personal Support Worker Consolidation

Career Opportunities: › Acute-care hospital › Adult day program › Group home › Home-care agency › Hospice/palliative care service › Long-term care facility › Seniors’ residence

Practical Nursing Code

0926

PLACEMENT

Campus

Start

F/W/S

Are you a compassionate person who wants to promote health and provide care to help clients optimize their well-being? As a Practical Nurse, you are an integral member of the healthcare team with the skills and knowledge needed to provide vital and valued nursing care to clients.

Program Highlights:

› Over 190 hours of hands-on experiential learning in state-of-the-art simulation labs. › Over 600 hours of clinical placement experience in a variety of organizations, culminating in an eight-week practicum. › Unique interprofessional education course designed to strengthen collaboration skills for members of the health care team. › Eligible graduates may write the Regulatory Exam-Practical Nurse (RExPN), and if successful, may work as a registered practical nurse (RPN) regulated by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Career Opportunities: › Business/industry › Clinics/medical centre › Community agency › Correctional facility › Hospital › Long-term care agency › Mental health service

PROGRAM DELIVERY SCHEDULE START

TERM 1

TERM 2

TERM 3

TERM 4

Sep 2024

Jan 2025

Sep 2025

Jan 2026

Jan 2025

May 2025

Jan 2026

May 2026

May 2025

Sep 2025

May 2026

Sep 2026

Students begin the program on the start date in the left column of the above table and progress through terms 1-4 shown in the corresponding row for each start date.

DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

GRADUATE

Length

2 Years

Ontario College Diploma niagaracollege.ca/0926

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE

Anatomy and Physiology I Communication in Healthcare I Professional Growth I Nursing Theory I Introductory Psychology Developmental Psychology Nursing Practice I TWO Anatomy and Physiology II Communication in Healthcare II Mathematics for Practical Nursing Professional Growth II Nursing Theory II Health Assessment Nursing Practice II THREE Professional Growth III Pathophysiology I Nursing Theory III Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Pharmacology I Pharmacology I Nursing Practice III FOUR Pathophysiology II Professional Growth IV Nursing Theory IV Pharmacology II Nursing Practice IV Nursing Practice Consolidation General Education Elective (1 course required)

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Nursing and Personal Support Worker Studies Practical Nursing (Alternative Delivery) Code

0930

Campus

Start

PLACEMENT F/W/S

Are you passionate about client care and interested in pursuing your Practical Nursing diploma in a program delivery format that suits your busy schedule? As a Practical Nurse, you are an integral member of the healthcare team with the skills and knowledge needed to provide vital and valued nursing care to clients.

Program Highlights:

› Course instruction delivered on evenings and weekends. › Over 190 hours of hands-on experiential learning in state-of-the-art simulation labs. › Over 600 hours of clinical placement experience in a variety of agencies, culminating in an eight-week practicum. › Unique interprofessional education course designed to strengthen collaboration skills for members of the healthcare team. › Eligible graduates may write the Regulatory Exam-Practical Nurse (RExPN), and if successful, may work as a registered practical nurse (RPN) regulated by the College of Nurses of Ontario. › Students receive all the benefits of being a full time student including: Full time student tuition limits, student athletics centre access, health benefits and OSAP eligibility. › Students begin the program in Term One and progress through to Term Six as a continual program with no term off.

Career Opportunities: › Business/industry › Clinics/medical centre › Community agency › Correctional facility

› Hospital › Long-term care agency › Mental health service

Community Mental Health– Multidiscipline Code

0964

Campus

Start

F/W/S

› Access to Co-Curricular Record program in which individuals gain recognition for student engagement, leadership and co-curricular activities pursued outside of the classroom. › Experiential learning with standardized patients. › Access to international student specific advisement and transition supports through the International Division. › Students earn Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate focused on caring for individuals with dementia and other cognitive diseases.

Career Opportunities: › Clinic or medical centre › Community healthcare organization › Hospital › Long-term care facility

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2 Years

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TERM COURSE TITLE ONE

Anatomy and Physiology I Communication in Healthcare I Professional Growth I Nursing Theory I Nursing Practice I TWO Developmental Psychology Communication in Healthcare II Professional Growth II Introductory Psychology THREE Nursing Theory II Anatomy and Physiology II Mathematics for Practical Nursing Health Assessment Nursing Practice II FOUR Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Professional Growth III Pathophysiology I Pharmacology I General Education Elective (1 course required) FIVE Nursing Theory III Pathophysiology II Professional Growth IV Nursing Practice III Nursing Theory IV SIX Pharmacology II Nursing Practice IV Nursing Practice Consolidation

Note: This program is for qualified internationally-trained nurses only.

Internationally trained nurses are eligible to register for this intensive one-year program, which awards an Ontario College Graduate Certificate. This program builds upon the foundation of mental health begun in pre-registration nursing education. It explores current issues and trends in mental health in Canada, current best practices in nursing for providing optimal care to clients with diverse mental health disorders across the lifespan, legal and ethical aspects of mental-health care and the interdisciplinary approach to healthcare.

Program Highlights:

Length

Ontario College Diploma

Length

1 Year

Ontario College Graduate Certificate niagaracollege.ca/0964

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE Mental Health Nursing I Mental Health Across the Lifespan Concepts of Mental Health and Addiction Trends and Issues in Mental Health Nursing Cultural Diversity TWO Nursing Assessment in Mental Health Acute Care and Crisis Intervention Community Mental Health Nursing Mental Health Nursing II Leadership Studies

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Gerontology Code

0966

Note: This program is for qualified internationally-trained nurses only.

Campus

Start

F/W/S

Internationally trained nurses are eligible to register for this intensive one-year program, which awards an Ontario College Graduate Certificate. The Gerontology program is ideal for nurses who are interested in enhancing their foundational knowledge and building leadership skills in caring for the health of older adults in diverse settings. Graduates of this program will combine their new, advanced learning with their previous professional credentials and experience to provide exemplary service to this growing population.

Program Highlights:

› Unique interprofessional education experience with other nursing and allied health programs. › Access to Co-Curricular Record program in which individuals gain recognition for student engagement, leadership and co-curricular activities pursued outside of the classroom. › Experiential learning including more than 250 hours of clinical placement. › Over 42 hours of hands-on experiential learning in state-of-the-art simulation labs. › Access to international student specific advisement and transition supports through the International Division. › Over 50 hours of online simulation learning to integrate knowledge and geriatric assessment. › Students earn Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate focused on caring for individuals with dementia and other cognitive diseases.

Length

PLACEMENT 1 Year

Ontario College Graduate Certificate niagaracollege.ca/0966

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE Fundamental Clinical Skills Health and Aging in Canada Older Adult and Long Term Care Nursing Healthy Aging in the Community Advanced Communication in Nursing TWO Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Nursing Leadership Introduction to Evidence Based Nursing Older Adult and Hospital Based Nursing Gerontological Nursing Practice

Career Opportunities: › Clinic or medical centre › Community healthcare organization › Hospital › Long-term care facility › Seniors’ residence

Nursing Leadership & Healthcare Management Code

0970

Campus

Note: This program is for qualified internationally-trained nurses only.

Start

F/W/S

Internationally trained nurses are eligible to register for this intensive one-year program, which awards an Ontario College Graduate Certificate. The Nursing Leadership and Healthcare Management program helps students to develop their leadership ability and capacity to manage the multiple factors influencing healthcare at the organizational and system levels.

Program Highlights:

Length

1 Year

Ontario College Graduate Certificate niagaracollege.ca/0970

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE Communication for Nursing Leaders Healthcare Business Operations Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Administration Healthcare Systems Evidence-Based Decision Making Cultural Diversity TWO Ethics in Nursing Leadership and Administration Management of Human Resources in Healthcare Law and Healthcare Administration Technology and Informatics for Nursing Leaders Nursing Leadership and Healthcare Management Capstone Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice

Career Opportunities: › Clinics and medical centre › Community healthcare organization › Hospital › Long-term care facility › Seniors residence

DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

GRADUATE

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Nursing and Personal Support Worker Studies Palliative Care–Multidiscipline Code

0962

Campus

Note: This program is for qualified internationally-trained nurses only.

Start

F/W/S

Internationally trained nurses are eligible to register for this intensive one-year program, which awards an Ontario College Graduate Certificate. The Palliative Care program is ideal for nursing graduates who are interested in enhancing their foundational knowledge and skills to care for clients with life-limiting illnesses. Graduates of this program will combine their new, advanced learning with their previous education and experience to provide exemplary care to clients and their families who are coping with the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual complexities associated with the dying process.

Program Highlights:

Length

1 Year

Ontario College Graduate Certificate niagaracollege.ca/0962

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE Palliative Care - Introduction Palliative Care - Communications Palliative Care - Pyschosocial Aspects Palliative Care - Understanding of Death Cultural Diversity TWO Palliative Care - Comfort Palliative Care - Ethics Palliative Care - Simulation Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Leadership Studies

Career Opportunities: › Clinics and medical centre › Community healthcare organization › Hospice › Hospital › Long-term care facility › Respite care

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Learning what actions to take that will potentially save a client’s life is critically important for Practical Nursing students. That’s where Niagara College’s state-of-the-art simulation lab comes in. NC students have the advantage of testing their skills on simulation mannequins before encountering real life clients.

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TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER

Program Requirements: GOVERNMENT MANDATES

COMPUTER For all postsecondary and graduate programs, students are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of a desktop or laptop computer that meets program-specific requirements noted on the admissions requirements section of each program website at niagaracollege.ca/programs. In general and for programs that have no program-specific computer technology requirements, students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements: • A desktop or laptop system. A system running on an updated Microsoft windows 10 operating system – minimum 265gb SSD storage and 8 GB memory is recommended, and the college will not be able to provide support for different systems, and any provided software may not operate properly. • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system. • Reliable internet connectivity with broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible. Programs may move into a laptop learning environment. If a laptop and software become mandatory requirements, students will be notified of the specifications and will be expected to purchase before entering the program. The reliability of remote connections to college computers and software cannot be guaranteed for Macbook and Chromebook users.

COMPUTER

All students who participate in clinical placements are, without exception, required to meet the expectations mandated by the Ontario Hospitals Act and the Ontario Long Term Care Homes Act. These nonacademic requirements include: Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen and the Confidential Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS). Detailed requirements are below.; All requirements must be met and remain current for the student’s duration of the program subject to the Placement Agency’s requirements. If any documentation expires before the end of the term and the student’s last day of clinical placement, the student will not be able to register for that term’s clinical course or its co-requisites.

CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK A Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector screening which is less than 6 months old is required by the start of week 12 of Term 1. Students with criminal charges or convictions will be severely limited in this field. The CRC-VSS must be provided to the Placement Agency on the first day of the clinical placement, or as required by the Placement Agency. Niagara College does not adjudicate the CRC, but merely facilitates the paper work. It is the Placement Agency that adjudicates the clearance.

UNIFORM A student dress code is in effect for clinical courses.

SKILLS & ELIGIBILITY Please refer to the following website to gain an understanding of required skills and abilities for this profession: niagaracollege.ca/pnskills. Eligibility for Registration for College of Nurses: In Ontario, the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) and the Nurses Act have conditions for provincial registration that impact Ontario students entering and completing the Practical Nursing program and writing the Regulatory Exam - Practical Nurse (RExPN). These conditions require students to: • be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada or authorized under the Immigration Act (Canada); • not have been convicted of a criminal offence or an offence under the Narcotic Control Act and the Food and Drug Act; • not have been the subject of a proceedings with respect to professional misconduct, incompetence, or incapacity in another health profession in Ontario or in nursing in another jurisdiction; • not be suffering from a mental or physical disorder which makes it desirable in the public interest that the person not practice. Provided the conditions stated above are met, graduates of this program are eligible to write the Regulatory Exam Practical Nurse (RExPN). The College of Nurses of Ontario grants a certificate of registration to practice as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to all candidates who succeed in the examination and meet the requirements of the RHPA and the Nursing Act. Additional information: niagaracollege.ca/rpnexam

CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER

NURSING AND PSW PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS

COMPUTER CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTAT PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER

Gerontology:

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR REC CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK CRIMINAL TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY PHYSICAL FITNESS COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PHYSICAL FITNESS PHYSICAL FITN CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK Personal Support Worker: COMPUTER COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MASK FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEASE COMMUNICAB FIRST-AID AND CPR MOBILE TECHNOLOGY PHYSICAL FITNESS COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTAT PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK Personal Support Worker (Alternative Delivery): COMPUTER COMPUTER MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPRTECHNOLOGY MASK FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR FIRST-AID AND MOBILE PHYSICAL FITNESS COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR REC SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK CRIMINAL TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTAT PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE Practical Nursing: MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MOBILE UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASKAND FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEASETECHN FIRST-AID CPR MOBILE TECHNOLOGY PHYSICAL FITNESS COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FITN SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS PHYSICAL CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID ANDCHECK CPR SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CRIMINAL REC TRANSPORTATION SURVEILLANCE Practical Nursing (Alternative Delivery): UNIFORM MASK FIT MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT UNIFORM MASK FIT MOBILE TECHNOLOGY COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASK FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEASE COMMUNICAB FIRST-AID AND CPR MOBILE TECHNOLOGY PHYSICAL FITNESS SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS PHYSICAL FITN CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE SURVEILLANCE UNIFORM UNIFORM UNIFORM For details visit niagaracollege.ca/programs MASKMOBILE FIT MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASKAND FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEASE COMMUNICAB FIRST-AID CPR FIRST-AID AND MOBILE TECHNOLOGY PHYSICAL FITNESS Some program requirements must be met prior toSURVEILLANCE registration. SURVEILLANCE SURVEILLANCE UNIFORM UNIFORM MASK FITTECHNOLOGY An offer of admission may be rescinded if the deadline isMOBILE notUNIFORM met. MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT MOBILE TECHN COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASK FIT FIRST-AID AND CPR FIRST-AID AND SURVEILLANCE UNIFORM UNIFORM MASK FITTECHNOLOGYMOBILE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT MASK FITTECHN MOBILE UNIFORM FIRST-AID AND CPR clearance from Student Health Services

Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing†:

TRANSPORTATION

Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation. Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum. Placements may be scheduled any day of the week, Monday through Sunday, and may include day, evening, and / or night shifts. Many day shifts start as early as 6:00 AM. Placements may be assigned anywhere in the Niagara Region and surrounding area. Personal Support Worker (Alternate Delivery: Important: Delivery Information: While the majority of PSW (Alternative Delivery) courses will be delivered off-campus at Tabor Manor, a Long-Term Care home in St. Catharines, please note that some courses may be taking place at the Welland Campus each term.’

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE The confidential Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process must be completed and proof of

must be submitted by UNIFORM the start of week UNIFORM UNIFORM MASKMASK FIT FIT 12 of Term 1 and MOBILE must beTECHNOLOGY maintained MASK FIT annually. This process may take up UNIFORM UNIFORM UNIFORM MASK FIT to 10 weeks or more and require a visit to a personal physician and/or UNIFORM a Public Health Department. If the CDS process is not completed, your placement, co-op or clinic opportunity will be denied. All costs associated with vaccinations and/or verification, are the responsibility of the student. Please view the CDS Form and Checklist for health requirements at niagaracollege.ca/cdsform/

FIRST-AID AND CPR Current Standard First Aid certification and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level HCP/BLS. During the first week of Term 1, the Field Placement Officer will provide information regarding the First Aid and CPR requirement. CPR Level HCP/BLS must be renewed annually. All certifications must be met and remain current or placement/clinical will be denied and/or the student will be withdrawn from their current placement/clinical. Students are required to provide copies of their certification for Standard First Aid and CPR at Level HCP/BLS. (This program is designed for those with specific healthcare responsibilities).

† Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing program requirements are expected to be similar to Niagara College’s other primary health care programs but may be subject to change. For the latest information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/nursing

DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

GRADUATE

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Apply to Niagara College Application Deadlines and Admission Offer Dates PROGRAM START DATE

Last date to apply for equal consideration to a competitive program

Last date to submit portfolio, test scores and/or final grades in required courses for consideration to competitive programs

Earliest admission offer date for competitive programs

SEP 2024

Feb 1, 2024

Feb 29, 2024

Mid March

JAN 2025

Jun 6, 2024

Jul 11, 2024

Late July

MAY 2025

Oct 30, 2024

Nov 20, 2024

Late November

*Key dates are subject to change. Please visit niagaracollege.ca/dates for the most current information.

Visit ontariocolleges.ca Applications are available online at ontariocolleges.ca for a non-refundable application fee of $110.00. You can apply to a total of five programs, with no more than three choices at any one Ontario college.

Admissions and Applications Niagara College has more than 130 full-time postsecondary certificate, diploma, graduate certificate, bachelor’s degree and apprenticeship programs. Detailed information about these programs, including admission requirements, can be found online at niagaracollege.ca/programs. Most full-time programs begin in September of each year. Some programs are also available in January or May. Please refer to our program availability list for the current status of each of our programs at niagaracollege.ca/status

MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: (DOMESTIC APPLICANTS) POSTSECONDARY PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent. › English–any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent. Some programs may admit students with a lesser English requirement. Please see program pages for details or visit niagaracollege.ca/programs HONOURS BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent › English–any Grade 12 (U), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%) › Mathematics–any Grade 12 (U) or Grade 12 Accounting (M), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%) › Four additional Grade 12 (U) or (M) level courses in any field of study › An overall average of 65% in the six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses NOTE: Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS: › Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree › Proof of English proficiency › Most private college courses and/or credentials are NOT acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@niagaracollege.ca for assistance with your particular program of interest.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent AND › Employment in the trade For further information, please contact the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Apprenticeship Client Services: 301 St. Paul St. W, 10th Floor, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7R4 Ph.:905-704-2991 Fax: 905-704-2985 www.ontario.ca/apprenticeship ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The minimum academic requirements listed pertain to most programs. Some programs may also require: specific pre-requisite courses, preadmission testing, attendance at an information session, participation in an audition session, submission of a portfolio, completion of an essay or questionnaire or additional assessment of equivalency to required courses. It is important to note that meeting admission requirements does not guarantee admission to Niagara College programs. You can find specific up-to-date admission requirements as well as selection and ranking information posted on individual program pages at niagaracollege.ca/programs

NOTE: Niagara College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Niagara’s programs and courses remain relevant and meet all Ministry regulations. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time. Please refer to our website at niagaracollege.ca for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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HOW DO I APPLY AND IS THERE AN APPLICATION FEE? The application for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and Convention refugees is available online at ontariocolleges.ca for a nonrefundable application fee of $110.00. You can apply to a total of five programs, with no more than three choices at any one Ontario college. For more information, please visit ontariocolleges.ca International applicants see below: I AM AN INTERNATIONAL (VISA) APPLICANT: Niagara College welcomes students from over 90 different countries. To apply as an international student, you must complete and submit the web application form for International Students, along with your transcripts from high school and/or university, and provide proof of English Proficiency (if applicable). After receiving this information from you, we will process your application. If you are accepted, we will send you a Letter of Acceptance which you will need when applying for your student visa from the Canadian Embassy. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS MAY APPLY ONLINE AT: international. niagaracollege.ca/apply For more information contact: Niagara College Canada International Division 100 Niagara College Boulevard, Welland, Ontario, Canada, L3C 7L3 Phone: 905-988-2910, ext. 7151 Fax: 905-735-2413 Email: international@niagaracollege.ca HOW WILL I KNOW IF THE COLLEGE HAS RECEIVED MY APPLICATION? The Admissions Office will send an email and mail an acknowledgement brochure to you after your application has been received from ontariocolleges.ca. The mailing will indicate if there are specific preadmission requirements for the programs for which you have applied and due dates for test scores, portfolio and transcript submissions. You can also find this information at: niagaracollege.ca/par ARE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED IN THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES? If you wish to request accommodation for pre-admission testing, please contact the Accessibility Services Office prior to the test date. 905-735-2211, ext. 7778 or visit niagaracollege.ca/accessibilityservices DO I NEED TO PROVIDE MY TRANSCRIPT(S)? Please ensure that proof of all admission requirements is received by the Admissions Office within 3 weeks of submitting your application, or no later than February 28, 2023 for September start competitive programs. Please see application deadlines above for further information. If you are currently enrolled as a full-time high school student in Ontario, your school should forward transcript information directly to ontariocolleges. ca. If you are not currently enrolled in Ontario as a full-time high school student, you must request an official high school transcript be sent directly to ontariocolleges.ca. For information on how to request Ontario high school and postsecondary transcripts, please visit ontariocolleges.ca/transcripts DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER TRANSCRIPTS FROM OUTSIDE OF ONTARIO? Applicants whose Canadian secondary school studies have been completed outside the province of Ontario must submit evidence of equivalent DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

GRADUATE

standing. Recognized equivalents to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) are: Alberta–Grade 12, British Columbia–Grade 12, Manitoba– Grade 12, New Brunswick–Grade 12, Newfoundland–Grade 12, Nova Scotia–Grade 12, Prince Edward Island–Grade 12, Quebec–High School Leaving Certificate (Secondary V), Saskatchewan–Grade 12, Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut–Grade 12. Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada are considered on an individual basis. International Credential Assessment services are available at icascanada.ca or wes.org/ca DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER ALTERNATIVES TO AN ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA? Applicants who provide documentation for Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) equivalency from any of the following sources will be considered on an individual basis. › Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) › General Education Diploma (GED) › Home Schooling (individual assessment is required) For further information, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-735-2211, ext. 7619 or email admissions@niagaracollege.ca DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER TRANSCRIPTS FROM PRIVATE CAREER COLLEGES? Most private college courses and/or credentials are NOT acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@niagaracollege.ca for assistance with your particular program of interest. CAN I APPLY AS A MATURE STUDENT? If you are age 19 or older as of the first day of classes, and do not have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, you may be considered for admission as a mature student. You must meet all specific admission requirements (courses, portfolio, written statement, audition, pre-admission testing, etc.) for the program to which you are applying. Equivalency testing is available in Mathematics and English for applicants age 19 or older. Testing is not available for Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Test fees are payable at the time the test is written. To review eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-735-2211, ext. 7619 or email admissions@niagaracollege.ca DOES THE COLLEGE OFFER A WAY FOR ME TO OBTAIN REQUIRED COURSES FOR ADMISSION? Yes. The Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Program, offered through Academic Upgrading, can help you prepare for admission to postsecondary programs at Niagara College, as well as other Ontario colleges. If you do not have a high school diploma, or you have completed high school some time ago and need to refresh your skills, or you are missing specific courses required for admission, the ACE Program can help you. Academic upgrading courses include communications, mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, computers, and self-development. You can enjoy free tuition, access to textbooks, and the possibility of some financial support. The program is based on continuous intake so you can enrol at any time. To learn more about this program, please visit niagaracollege.ca/au You may also obtain information and apply to the program by calling: 905-641-2252, ext. 4418.

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WHAT ARE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS? If you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) from outside of Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one or more of the following: › Niagara College Mature Student Test for English › Grade 12 English at the C or U level (Ontario High School Curriculum) › ACE English (Academic Upgrading) › International Credential Assessment for studies outside of Canada If English is your subsequent language, the College (for the purposes of admission to standard non competitive programs) will also accept the following as proof of English proficiency:

English Language Score Requirements TEST ACADEMIC DIVISION

MINIMUM SCORE REQUIREMENTS

All postsecondary (undergraduate)programs*

Paper Based: 500, Computer based: 173, iBT: 79 Minimum: 20 Writing, 20 Speaking

TOEFL

All degree & TOEFL post-graduate programs

IELTS IELTS CAEL

Paper Based: 550, (TESL: 600) Computer based: 213 (TESL: 250) iBT: 79-80 Minimum: 22 Writing, 22 Speaking, (TESL: 101, 27 Speaking, 23 Listening, 27 Writing, 24 Reading)

All postsecondary 6.0–No individual band under 5.5 (undergraduate)programs* All degree & post-graduate 6.5 No band under 5.5 programs All postsecondary (undergraduate), degree and 60–No individual band under 50 post-graduate programs* Completion of Level 5 English for Academic

EAP

All undergraduate programs Preparation program with 70% and no individual grade under 50%

EAP PTE PTE

All degree & post-graduate programs All postsecondary (undergraduate) programs* All degree & post-graduate programs

Completion of Level 5 English for Academic Preparation program with 75% and no individual grade under 60%

46+, with no individual skill under 36 5+, with no individual skill under 36

The College provides both short and long-term intensive English as a Subsequent Language programs for foreign trained students who plan to attend Niagara College, or a university, and need to improve their English language proficiency before starting their academic studies. WHEN WILL I KNOW IF I HAVE BEEN ADMITTED? Programs starting: September 2023, January 2024 or May 2024 November 1st, 2023 is the earliest offer date for admission to full time Postsecondary, Bachelor’s Degree and Graduate Certificate programs. Admission decisions will be released according to the application deadlines to Niagara College, available at niagaracollege.ca/dates A current list of open and competitive programs is available at niagaracollege.ca/status NOTE: Offers of acceptance are conditional for applicants who are in the process of completing one or more admission requirements. Applicants will not be eligible to register in a timetable until all admission requirements are complete. An offer of acceptance will be revoked if proof of completion of all requirements is not received by the Admissions Office before the start of classes. OPEN PROGRAMS: Applications are evaluated based on published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an

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offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program. Where a required course is in progress at the time of evaluation, a decision will be rendered upon receipt of course enrolment. Offers of admission granted where one or more admission requirements are in progress will be conditional upon successful completion of the requirement. A conditional offer of acceptance will be revoked if proof of completion of all requirements is not received by the Admissions Office before the start of classes. COMPETITIVE PROGRAM SELECTION AND RANKING: A program is considered competitive when the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number required to fill the program. Applications, as well as proof of all admission requirements, must be received by the Admissions Office according to the application deadlines to Niagara College, available at niagaracollege.ca/dates Applications received on or before the application deadline will be equally considered, based on published admission requirements and residency priority. Selection is based on the average of final grades in required courses and, where required, pre-admission test scores, audition or portfolio evaluations. The highest senior level final grade available at the time of evaluation is considered. Mid-term grades are not considered for competitive programs however, where the required grade 12 course is in progress, grade 11 final grades will be used for ranking. Example 1: When an applicant is enrolled in a required grade 12 Math, and has no previous final grade for grade 12 Math at the time of evaluation, ranking is based on the final grade for grade 11 Math at the appropriate level. Offers of admission granted in this circumstance will be conditional upon successful completion of the required grade 12 Math. Example 2: When an applicant is enrolled in a required grade 11 or 12 Chemistry, and has no previous final grade for grade 11 or 12 Chemistry at the time of evaluation, the applicant will not be considered for admission to a competitive program. Final grades must be available at the time of evaluation. Applicants currently attending a semestered secondary school are strongly encouraged to complete the subject-specific requirements for the programs to which they are applying in the first semester of their final year or during their 3rd year of studies in order that final marks for these courses may be used in the selection. This is particularly important for programs requiring SCH4C where no grade 11 Chemistry mark can be used in selections. HOW DO I CONFIRM MY OFFER OF ACCEPTANCE? An applicant may confirm to only one offer of acceptance at one time. Confirmation of acceptance is completed online at ontariocolleges.ca. In order to secure your place in the program, you must confirm by the deadline specified in your offer of acceptance letter. All colleges to which you applied will be informed of your decision. If you are an international student, email ‘Confirmation of Acceptance’, of your offer package to intlapply@niagaracollege.ca WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM PLACED ON A WAITING LIST? A waiting list is established when there are more eligible applicants than available space in a program. Your position on the waiting list is determined by your evaluation score compared to other applicants, or by your application date if you have applied after the application deadline. Your waiting list status is typically valid until the fifth day of classes and does not carry over to future terms. Should space become available in the program, wait listed applicants will be contacted by the Admissions Office. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide

accurate contact information; including mailing address, email address and phone numbers. WHAT IF I HAVE BEEN DENIED ADMISSION? Applicants may be denied admission when the program and/or waiting list is filled, or when proof of all admission requirements has not been submitted by the required due date. Applicants wishing to make a formal appeal can follow the Appeal of Academic Decisions policy & procedure found on our website. niagaracollege.ca/appeal CAN I BE READMITTED TO A PROGRAM? Students who wish to be readmitted to the first semester of any program must apply to ontariocolleges.ca. Standard application rules and deadlines, as well as admission requirements for the current application cycle will apply. Students wishing to return to a term other than the first term of a program must contact Enrolment Services for further information. Call: 905-735-2211, ext. 7500 HOW MUCH ARE TUITION AND FEES? The cost of tuition varies between programs. Tuition fees are listed by individual program at niagaracollege.ca/fees CAN I DEFER MY ACCEPTANCE OFFER? A deferral of admission may be considered on an individual basis under extenuating circumstances. Applicants must submit their request in writing to the Admissions Office. Applicants must meet all program admission requirements for the start date for which they wish to defer. If a deferral is requested to the next application cycle, a new application and payment of the application fee at Ontario Colleges will be required. HOW AND WHEN CAN I PAY MY TUITION AND FEES? PROGRAM START

TUITION AND FEES INVOICE ISSUED

September

Late May

January

Early October

May

Late January

Invoices are posted to each student’s online MyNC account. Invoices are not mailed to home addresses. Your reserved space in the program expires as of the due date on the tuition and fees invoice. If payment is not received by the due date, you may lose your space in the program. You may be considered for re-admission if there is space available upon request. WHAT MUST I DO IF MY TUITION AND FEES WILL BE PAID BY A SPONSOR? If your tuition and fees will be covered by a sponsoring agency, please request a letter of approval from the agency for each term of study that will be sponsored. The letter must: › a) Identify the number of months required for on campus parking, › b) be received by the tuition due date. Space may not be available in the program after the due date. Approval letters can be submitted by email, mail or fax to: email: studentaccounts@niagaracollege.ca Mail: Niagara College 100 Niagara College Boulevard Welland, ON L3C 7L3 Attention: Student Accounts Fax:

DOES MY PROGRAM HAVE A HEALTH REQUIREMENT? Some programs require students to have certain medical and health criteria such as a completed Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process. Information will be posted online within your MyNC account. Students must omplete the Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process by the deadline indicated and meet all medical criteria. These are necessary for clinical/field placement. Failure to meet criteria could affect the ability to proceed in the program. For more information regarding Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) requirements and to access the CDS process and Checklist, please visit the Niagara College Health Services website at niagaracollege.ca/healthservices/cds HOW DO I APPLY FOR TRANSFER CREDITS? Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from the previous institution. Niagara College does not charge a fee for this service. Credits are considered on a course-by-course basis and will be granted where deemed equivalent in content and learning objectives to corresponding Niagara College courses. In some instances, detailed course outlines may be required for evaluation. For more information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/transfer Current and previous Niagara College students who wish to transfer credits from one Niagara College program to another should contact Transfer Credit at transfercredit@niagaracollege.ca WHAT IS PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT AND RECOGNITION (PLAR)? Niagara College believes that many people acquire college-level learning and skills through various situations such as prior work experience, community work, non-credit courses, self-directed study, travel and military service. Candidates who can demonstrate that they have achieved the learning outcomes of a specific course may be granted Niagara College credits based on an assessment of their prior learning. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition plar@niagaracollege.ca niagaracollege.ca/plar DO I HAVE ANY FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS? As an NC graduate, you can take advantage of many great pathways to further educational opportunities in Canada and around the world. We are proud to provide a range of future study options for students. More details on specific opportunities can be found at niagaracollege.ca/pathways

ADMISSIONS CONTACT INFORMATION Email: admissions@niagaracollege.ca Phone: 905-735-2211 ext 7619 PRE-ADMISSION TEST ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES If you wish to request accommodation for pre-admission testing please contact Accessibility Services prior to the test date at 905-735-2211 extension 7778, or, register online for a pre-admission test accommodation.

905-736-6001

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Tuition & Fees Domestic Applicants: Ontario College Diploma Ontario College Certificate Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Certificate

International Applicants: 4,576 4,576.88 $ 7,711.62 $ 5,960.10

.88

Ontario College Diploma Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Certificate

14,650.00 to

15,950.00 17,550.00 $ 15,950.00 $

14,650.00 to

Please note these fees are subject to change without notice.

These fees are tuition fees only and do not include service, medical

All fees shown are based on the 2023-24 academic year. Tuition and

insurance and other applicable fees.

fees for 2024-25 in all funded postsecondary programs may change without notice. Please visit niagaracollege.ca/fees for the most current tuition fees. Co-op programs have an additional fee of $475.00 per

To view all applicable fees, visit international.niagaracollege.ca/fees. All fees are payable in full by the fee deadline dates established by NC.

co-op term. Costs for materials are also added to some programs. The basic annual fees listed here are, tuition and essential fees. Fees include: Academic Advising, Peer Services, Technology, Athletics

international.niagaracollege.ca/fees

and Recreation, Campus Safety, Career Services, Financial Aid Offices, Counselling and Mental Health, Health Services, Student Buildings, Student ID Cards, Transit Pass, Orientation, Achievement and Records,

All fees are payable in full by the fee deadline dates established by NC.

Student Health Plan, SAC Advocacy, SAC Resources, SAC Membership, SAC Social Engagement, SAC Clubs, SAC Services, Sustainability, Cocurricular, and Alumni. For program specific fee information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/fees

Financial Assistance for International Students: For details about scholarships specific to international students, please visit international.niagaracollege.ca/scholarships

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Paying for College Ontario Student Assistance Program

ontario.ca/osap The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a financial aid program that can help you pay for college. OSAP offers funding through:

› grants: money you don’t have to pay back. › a student loan: money you need to repay once you’re finished school.

When you apply for OSAP, you will automatically be considered for both grants and loans. If you don’t want to take a loan, you can decline it after your application is approved. There are also programs to help you repay your student loan once you’re finished school. Visit ontario.ca/osap to apply. The online OSAP application becomes available in May for the coming academic year.

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Scholarships and Bursaries

niagaracollege.ca/finaid Scholarships and bursaries are resources to help you finance your postsecondary education. Niagara College offers over $1.5 million in scholarships and bursaries each year for domestic students. All award opportunities and deadline dates are posted on our financial aid website. NC grads succeed in our community thanks to support of our many donors and friends. FIND SCHOLARSHIPS ONLINE Did you know that hundreds of scholarships through external organizations and companies can be found online? Here are a few websites you can review: › canlearn.ca › studentawards.com › scholarshipscanada.com Google “Canadian student scholarships’ – you’ll find many results online

Financial assistance including endowed awards, declining awards, and entrance scholarships via TSA are subject to certain restrictions and regulations. Award application deadlines and application instructions can vary depending on the award. To find awards you may be eligible for, search the above websites by Student Type and School of Studies to see what awards may be available to you.

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