The program provides rigorous academic preparation based on theory, research, and practice to address health-related phenomena experienced by individuals, families, groups and communities.

The School of Nursing is committed to assisting students to achieve the following objectives:

• Synthesize complex health information using advanced diagnostic reasoning and critical thinking skills.
• Critically appraise current evidence to support best practices.
• Provide comprehensive evidence based on primary health care to clients and families across the lifespan applying clinical, theoretical and research knowledge.
• Evaluate existing community level primary health care programs and develop new programs to meet the primary health care needs of the community.
• Evaluate and influence policies affecting the health of the community.
• Practice autonomously within a collaborative, interprofessional model to promote client health.
• Deliver primary health care utilizing the roles (researcher, educator, and leader, collaborator, and change agent) recognized as advanced nursing practice.

The Diploma is offered in English and French as a post master’s degree option on a full-time or part-time basis. According to university regulations, students have the right to use French or English in their dealings with the Central Administration and the General Services and with the administration of the faculty or school where they are registered. Except in language courses, students have the right to produce their work and answer examination questions in the official language of their choice (either English or French).

Courses are offered using a combination of face-to-face and distance modalities. Clinical placements must occur within the geographical zone/catchment of the Ottawa area.

The professors included in the list below are members of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. This means that they are authorized to supervise or co-supervise theses. A complete list of the faculty and staff members associated with the program can be found at http://www.health.uottawa.ca/asg/index.htm

Candidates for the Primary Health Care for Nurse Practitioners Diploma will be considered for admission under the general regulations of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (FGPS).

The admission requirements are as follows:

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing;
• Master’s degree in nursing or related discipline (e.g. education, health administration, public health);
• Overall average of at least 70% (B) calculated in accordance with FGPS guidelines;
• Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• The equivalent of two years nursing practice (3,640 hours) as a registered nurse within the last five years.

Application deadline

Please note that all students admitted to the School of Nursing must comply with the immunization regulations of the Faculty of Health Sciences - (immunization, CPR) prior to registration.

Documents required

• The official "Application for Admission On-line - Graduate Studies" form;
• Official transcripts of all postsecondary studies;
• Two letters of recommendation (at least one letter from a health professional with whom you have worked);
• Verification of Employment Hours Form documenting 3,640 hours of nursing practice within the last 5 years;
• Personnal Essay from responding to three questions (maximum 1,500 words.)
• A copy of a current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Minimum Standards

Duration of the Program

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