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The Graduate Certificate in Theory in Primary Care prepares students to acquire the theoretical knowledge required to subsequently complete clinical courses in the Graduate Diploma in Primary Care. This program is designed for students who previously completed a master's degree in nursing (equivalent to the Æ»¹ûÒùÔº M.Sc.(A) in nursing program) but have not completed any nurse practitioner theory or clinical courses. Students will need to complete 6-12 credits in preparatory theory courses prior to entry into the Graduate Certificate program (the specific number of preparatory courses required will depend on whether some of the required courses were completed in their master's degree). Students should consult with the program Academic Adviser prior to applying.
Nursing : Decision making/problem solving in the acute presentation of illness as well as the follow-up of chronic stable disease in paediatric populations.
Terms: Fall 2012
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Fall)
Restriction: Open only to students enrolled in the M.Sc.(A.) in Nursing (primary care nurse practitioner specialization) or the Graduate Certificate Theory in Primary Care.
Nursing : Decision making/problem solving in the follow-up of both chronic stable medical conditions in the following body systems: neurological, muscular, rheumatologic, and peripheral vascular. Familiarity is achieived and competence in recognizing conditions in these same bodily systems that present acutely in undifferentiated patients.
Terms: Fall 2012
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Fall)
Nursing : Decision making/problem solving in the follow up of both chronic stable medical conditions in the following body systems: cardiac, respiratory, and gastrointestinal. Familiarity and competence is achieved in recognizing conditions in these same bodily systems that present acutely in undifferentiated patients and knowing their appropriate disposition.
Terms: Winter 2013
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Winter)
Restriction: Open only to students enrolled in the M.Sc.(A.) in Nursing (primary care nurse practitioner specialization) or the Graduate Certificate Theory in Primary Care
Nursing : Decision making/problem solving in the acute presentation of illness as well as the follow up of chronic stable disease in the renal and endocrine systems. Students also will learn about mental illness and the promotion of health behaviours.
Terms: Winter 2013
Instructors: Ponzoni, Norma (Winter)
Restriction: Open only to students enrolled in the M.Sc.(A.) in Nursing (primary care nurse practitioner specialization) or the Graduate Certificate Theory in Primary Care