Mental Health Nursing RN/RPN (Certificate)

This online program is based on the Standards for Mental Health Nursing in Canada and combines in-depth theoretical knowledge with application to clinical practice. Upon completion, you will be prepared to assess, provide interventions, and advocate for mental health clients in a variety of institutional and community settings.

This certificate is comprised of five core theory courses and a choice between a capstone course or practicum.

Admission Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse with the College of     Nurses of Ontario.
• Current (within one year) BCLS certificate prior to beginning a clinical component.
• Clear Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required for Field   Placement. Without this, you may not be accepted for placement by a field placement agency and may be unable to complete the requirements of the program.

Required Courses (suggested sequence of study)

• NURS 1556   Mental Health Nursing, Introduction
• NURS 2556   Crisis Intervention in Mental Health Nursing
• NURS 2557   Issues & Ethics in Mental Health Nursing
• NURS 2558   Therapeutic Techniques & Group Therapy 
• NURS 2566   Special Topics in Mental Health Nursing

Plus one of the following courses (choose 1)

• NURS 3558   Mental Health Nursing Capstone
• NURS 3557   Mental Health Nursing Practicum

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.