Welcome to Lakehead University's School of Nursing
Graduates of our nursing programs are leaders and advocates for health in Northwestern Ontario and beyond!
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Our Programs
Lakehead University School of Nursing accepted its first students in 1965 and since that time has continued to grow and evolve. The School of Nursing currently offers a four year BScN program, a three year compressed BScN program, a four year BScN program in collaboration with the Seven Generations Education Institute, a Masters of Nursing program with two streams - Advanced Practice Specialization, or Nurse Practitioner Specialization, and an Indigenous Nursing Entry Program (INEP).
What is Nursing?
Nursing is a profession that blends science with compassion and technology with humanity. Nurse researchers explore both the science and the art of caring, while nurse clinicians use technology to enhance the care they provide. Whether in hospitals, schools, long-term care, industry, the community, or the home, nurses make a meaningful impact. At Lakehead University, you too will make a difference!
What are the Essential Skills to Become a Registered Nurse?
The licensing body for Registered Nurses in Ontario is the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). The CNO sets the entry-to-practice competencies and essential skills required for graduates to become licensed and work as Registered Nurses.
Lakehead University's Baccalaureate Nursing Programs (Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing Compressed) are approved by the CNO (www.cno.org). Graduates from these programs are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse in Ontario.
For more information, please review the following documents:
Requisite Skills and Abilities – College of Nurses of Ontario
Essential Requirements for Study in Baccalaureate Nursing Programs in Ontario – Council of Ontario Universities
What Does the School of Nursing Offer Students?
Students in the Nursing program at Lakehead University will gain:
- Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art medical technology
- Comprehensive education in nursing theory and practice through classroom, lab, and clinical learning
- Opportunities to develop strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Diverse clinical placements in settings such as community health, hospitals, and long-term care, starting in first year
- A choice of program options: a 3-year BScN Compressed Program, a 4-year BScN Program, and Graduate Programs
- A dedicated focus on northern and rural health issues
- Established partnerships with health agencies beyond Thunder Bay
- Instruction and mentorship from faculty who are leaders in health care research
Interested in Being a Clinical Instructor with the School of Nursing?
The School of Nursing is always looking for passionate and experienced RNs to join our team as Clinical Instructors. This is a rewarding opportunity to mentor and support the next generation of nurses by guiding students through hands-on clinical experiences in a variety of healthcare settings.
If you’re enthusiastic about teaching, enjoy working with students, and want to contribute to the future of the nursing profession, we’d love to hear from you!
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