You will begin to apply critical thinking skills, explaining the physiological and psychological health changes of the ageing adult. With guidance, you will apply the nursing process and describe evidence informed practice related to the ageing adult patient. You will describe specific health variations using a systems approach and recognize health promotion strategies in gerontological care.
You will discuss key concepts in nursing practice and describe diverse perspectives related to health. You will describe determinants of health, concepts of primary health care and explain the delivery health services in Canada, You will describe ethics, standards, and competencies related to practical nursing. You will discuss the concepts of culture and diversity and describe diverse health care practices. You will apply key elements of patient safety to nursing practice.
You will describe concepts related to communication and the development of therapeutic relationships and apply interpersonal communication skills. You will examine concepts of self and develop skills in reflection and critical thinking. You will examine knowledge, skills and abilities related to fitness to practice and describe what professionalism means related to nursing practice.
In the second of a two-course sequence, you will continue to explore the human body focusing on the interaction between structure and function and the regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. You will examine how the levels of the organization of the body and the components of cells, tissues and organs impact the form and function for the following body systems: endocrine, blood, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, fluid, electrolyte and acid-based balance and reproductive.
In the first of a two-course sequence, you will explore the human body focusing on the interaction between structure and function and the regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. You will learn how the levels of organization of the body and the components of cells, tissues and organs impact form and function. You will examine the following body systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses.
You will demonstrate your ability to build positive and responsive relationships with children and adults. You will use your observation skills to plan and prepare a culturally relevant emergent curriculum based on children’s interests and family engagement.
You will use knowledge and skills developed in prerequisite courses to observe and record the behaviour of children, to interact with children and adults in a supportive and positive manner, and to guide children’s behaviour using positive guidance strategies.
You will examine the strategies of developmentally appropriate child guidance. You will learn about the importance of building relationships and establishing trust prior to guiding behaviour. You will practice techniques that support children while encouraging a co-operative attitude, a sense of autonomy and a positive self-image. Your studies will also explore Indigenous traditional practices of modelling and storytelling as a guidance technique.
You will examine the development and characteristics of school age children. This course focuses on the unique role of the educator, childcare issues distinctive to this age and the curriculum that can be designed to accommodate them.
You will acquire skills in observing and documenting children’s play and development as a foundation for responsive programming.