The Practical Nursing program at Centennial College is all about offering you the in-depth knowledge and increased levels of skill and judgment required in today's complex health care environment. Curriculum in this Practical Nursing program is based on the: College of Nurses of Ontario Practice Standards and Guidelines College of Nurses of Ontario Entry to Practice Competencies (updated 2014) for Registered Practical Nurses Vocational learning outcomes for Ontario Practical Nursing programs (Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities) The Practical Nursing (Flexible) program meets the updated 2014 Entry-to-Practice Competencies from the College of Nurses of Ontario and competencies that reflect the evolving and expanding role of the practical nurse as provided by the Nursing Act and the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). These competencies include learning to provide safe, competent and ethical care using resources and technologies for an increasingly complex client population. The Practical Nursing (Flexible) program also serves as preparation to practice autonomously in a variety of settings.

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