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BACHELOR of SCIENCE in NURSING (Georgian College/York University) Georgian College and York University have developed an integrated collaborative nursing program. Students spend their first two years studying at Georgian College in the Sadlon Centre for Health and Wellness and the subsequent two years at York University in Toronto. At the end of four years, graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from York University and are eligible to write the registered nurse examination. The program's philosophy and curriculum incorporate and utilize theoretical perspectives that are consistent with human science and the concepts of caring as the basis of nursing practice. Like few others, the profession of nursing offers a wide variety of specialties. From the beginning to the end of life, nursing's impact is felt across the lifespan. Nursing is no longer confined to the bedside. Today's nurses can now be found in professional venues once thought impossible. Nurses influence legislation, change health care delivery systems, write and publish, educate about disease prevention and health promotion, and participate on boards of directors. Students and faculty together explore the knowledge of nursing and caring. In the classroom, students work in collaborative groups that focus on providing nursing care to individuals, families, groups and the community. In the nursing practice setting, knowledge from the program courses is integrated into the care of clients and families. 18 UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP CENTRE 2014 • 2015 DEGREE and GRADUATE STUDIES Graduate career opportunities Hospitals are just one of the many locations in which nurses practise. Examples of other practice settings include home care, private practice, public health, extended care centres, clinics, offices, schools, military service, corporations, health-related industries, hospice, occupational settings and health and wellness centres. For further information contact: Kathy Weatherall 705-728-1968, ext. 5487 kathy.weatherall@georgiancollege.ca My time at Georgian has been one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life. I became interested in nursing after experiencing health issues and decided to enter Georgian's degree program after a career in finance. Mental health and administrative nursing are areas I would like to explore. The positive, friendly and knowledgeable educators have given me the skills to set a foundation for a future of lifelong learning in nursing. I feel a confidence in myself that shows through in every area of my practice – it's a wonderful feeling! Nadia Holubowsky Third-year student, Bachelor of Science in Nursing