Nursing (BScN) - 731
Overview
NEW for Fall 2022 admission
Students interested in the McMaster Nursing (BScN) program at Mohawk College will submit their application through OUAC (Ontario University Application Centre). Applicants can select McMaster BScN (Mohawk site) from the program listings.
If you have admissions-related questions for Fall 2022 please contact bscnadm [at] mcmaster.ca.
Overview
- This program is recognized as a Canadian Nursing Education Program (CASN) Accredited program.
- BScN is now the minimum requirement for nursing registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in order to practice as a registered nurse (RN).
- COUPN-Council of Ontario University Programs in Nursing (January 2019) document provides information for applicants to Ontario baccalaureate nursing programs, students, faculty, staff, accessibility service providers, health professionals, and the public about the essential requirements required for successful completion of these programs. Visit Ontario requirements for BSCN Study.
- Be sure to read the Nursing - BScN frequently asked questions and the College of Nurses of Ontario website to view requisite skills and abilities document (PDF).
Program Highlights
- Collaborative program of Mohawk College, Conestoga College and McMaster University. You may choose to attend one of the three sites and graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree from McMaster University.
- The Collaborative BScN program is unique in that it utilizes a problem-based learning (PBL) approach which involves small-group, self-directed learning that emphasizes interpersonal skills, independent learning, and leadership qualities. The study of nursing, the physiological, psychological and social sciences, and the humanities are interrelated and span the entire program.
- Upon graduation, students wishing to engage in the professional practice of nursing and use the title Registered Nurse are subject to qualifying examinations and other requirements by the licensing body, the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- For further information about the program please review BSCN Basic Stream at McMaster's website.
- To learn about the Facilitated Indigenous Admissions Program (FIAP), please visit the Facilitated Admissions Self-Identification webpage.
The BScN Program at Mohawk College is approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current graduates from this program are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse in Ontario.
What you'll learn
- How to provide person-centred, holistic nursing care across the life span.
- How to gather and critically evaluate research to promote critical thinking and to provide evidence-based practice.
- Develop skills needed to work in an interdisciplinary health care team environment.
- Develop competencies that meet the Registered Nurses Entry to Practice Standards (PDF) as required by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Program Length
4 academic years (academic and clinical experiences)
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
Important Academic Dates
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Program delivery
Learn more about virtual and remote learning and how programs will be delivered.
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Admission
NEW for Fall 2022 admission
Students interested in the McMaster Nursing (BScN) program at Mohawk College will submit their application through OUAC (Ontario University Application Centre). Applicants can select McMaster BScN (Mohawk site) from the program listings.
If you have admissions-related questions for Fall 2022 please contact bscnadm [at] mcmaster.ca.
Admission
McMaster University Admission Requirements
Completion of the OSSD Curriculum and 6 grade 12 U or M courses including:
- ENG4U
- SBI4U
- SCH4U
- One of MHF4U, MCV4U, MDM4U
- Two additional grade 12 U of M courses to total six courses
For all other pathways (Applications from Pre-Health Sciences and Applicants with other Qualifications) please review the McMaster website for detailed admission requirements.
CASPer™ Test
Please note that you must apply via the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC)
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2021 - 2022 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Year 1 (Level 1) |
|---|---|
| Total Ancillary Fees | $1,825.34 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $108.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $6,042.60 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $7,975.94 |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Full Cost Breakdown
Additional Information
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
Program of studies (POS) for the Nursing (BScN) Degree program
All programs include blended learning which integrates both face-to-face learning and online learning in the delivery of a course. Find out more about blended learning.
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you’ll gain skills
- Through a mix of on-campus labs and clinical simulations.
- By applying combined theoretical knowledge with practical skills during clinical placements.
Pre-clinical requirements
All accepted applicants are required to complete certain requirements prior to clinical placement and are responsible for the associated costs. Details about pre-placement requirements will be emailed to you once you accept your offer of admission.
To be eligible for field/clinical placement, you must not have been convicted of any offence for which you have not been pardoned. If your Police Check is 'not clear', your acceptance and suitability for placement is at the discretion of the agency. Mohawk College cannot guarantee placement changes if refused by the agency.
Clinical placements
Students are responsible for their own travel and costs to clinical placements. Clinical placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. Students should expect to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending clinical placements in our catchment area that includes Hamilton, Brantford, Halton, Niagara, Norfolk and surrounding regions.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Registered Nurse
Registration to Practice Nursing
Upon receiving the BScN degree from McMaster University, graduates are eligible to write the NCLEX-RN exam which is administered by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
Where you can work
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Public Health
- Long-term care Facilities
- Home Care
Pathways
Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
Pathways within Mohawk
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. *
We offer a diverse range of programs to further your studies within Mohawk following completion of this program. *
- Bachelor of Digital Health (Honours)
- Diabetes Education
- Digital Health (Graduate Certificate)
- Oncology Nursing
- Perioperative Nursing
- Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing
- Registered Nurse - First Assistant
- Registered Nurse - Occupational Health Nursing
- Registered Nurse - Perinatal Nursing Certificates - High Risk Obstetrics
- Registered Nurse - Perinatal Nursing Certificates - Neonatal
- Registered Nurse / Registered Practical Nurse Mental Health
This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.
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Pathways beyond Mohawk
See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.
Faculty
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Accessible Learning Services
Are you a student with a confirmed or suspected disability? Visit our Accessible Learning Services website to discover how we can help you.
Program Coordinators
Level 1 : lindsay.kipp [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Lindsay Kipp)
Level 2 : cynthia.hammond [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Cynthia Hammond)
Level 3 : maurine.parzen [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Maurine Parzen)
Level 4 : priscilla.patterson [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Priscilla Patterson)
RPN-BScN : nancy.sinclair [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Nancy Sinclair)
Student Success Advisors
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Student Success Advisors assist current students to transition to college life, co-creating an academic success plan, advice on course selection, changing programs, or referrals to specialized support services. If you need help applying to Mohawk, contact Admissions (for International Students, please contact International Admissions).
