Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Availability
SIAST recognizes that adults learn in many different ways and through many different means. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.
Frequently asked questions regarding PLAR for this program are answered in the
Fact Sheet.
A detailed
Candidate Guide, which includes a self-audit for all PLAR-ready courses, has been developed for this program. This information guides a candidate through all steps in the PLAR process.
APHY 162 Anatomy and Physiology 1
You will study the human body, how it is constructed and how it functions to maintain homeostasis. You will focus on the interaction between the structures of the body cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. The course content includes levels of organization of the human body, cells, tissues, integument and the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory systems. You will apply your theoretical knowledge in practical setting by performing dissections of specimens as part of the mandatory lab component.
4.0
Credit Units
40.0
Lecture hours
22.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Correspondence-Structured Time, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
ANAT 160
NURS 111
NURS 161 Nursing Arts 1
You will study the development of basic nursing competencies that support health promotion and illness prevention. Your clinical experience will focus on developing your understanding of the concerns of older adults and the support they require in order to remain independent members of their communities.
7.0
Credit Units
26.0
Lecture hours
58.0
Lab hours
25.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NEPS 115
NURS 115
NURS 170
Prerequisites:
NURS 163 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and NURS 171 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and NURS 172 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and APHY 162 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and SOCI 160 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
NURS 163 Personal and Professional Relationships 1
You will explore the concept of self in relation to others. You will develop basic therapeutic communication skills. Through reflection and understanding your nature, you will experience awareness, personal growth and development of critical thinking skills. You will also explore verbal, nonverbal, written and technological communication.
3.0
Credit Units
15.0
Lecture hours
30.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Correspondence-Structured Time, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NEPS 112
NURS 112
NURS 171 Health and Healing 1
You will be introduced to the concept of health as it applies to yourself and others, within a caring holistic context. You will explore the concept of primary healthcare and discuss health services delivery and determinants. You will examine health promotion activities and explore community resources.
4.0
Credit Units
54.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 173
Prerequisites:
NURS 163 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and APHY 162 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and SOCI 160 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
NURS 172 Health Challenges 1
Your studies will focus on the concepts of holistic nursing care related to specific health challenges of the older adult. You will discuss the concepts related to growth and development of the adult and older adult, and examine the concept of polypharmacy in the older adult. You will also discuss the introductory concepts of microbiology and selected specific microorganisms. You will explore the chain of infection and learn about emerging infections in Canadian communities.
3.0
Credit Units
44.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 174
Prerequisites:
NURS 171 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and APHY 162 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
PRAC 162 Practicum 1
You will have the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in holistic nursing care of individuals who require assistance with activities of daily living in the context of partnership with the client.
5.0
Credit Units
70.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Clinical/Practicum, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
( NURS 161 Minimum Grade of 60
or NURS 170 Minimum Grade of P)
and NURS 163 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 171 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 172 Minimum Grade of 60
and APHY 162 Minimum Grade of 60
and SOCI 160 Minimum Grade of 60
SOCI 160 Sociology 1
In this course you will learn about the process of socialization, and discuss how culture affects the totality of our lives. You will examine social deviance and social control and look at the social dynamics of racial, ethnic, and minority groups in our society. The processes and effects of social stratification will be discussed.
3.0
Credit Units
39.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Correspondence-Structured Time, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
SOCI 184
APHY 262 Anatomy and Physiology 2
You will study the human body, how it is constructed and how it functions to maintain homeostasis. The course builds on the information you learned in APHY 162 (Anatomy and Physiology 1). You will focus on the study of systems involved with integration, control, absorption, excretion and reproduction. You will apply your theoretical knowledge in practical setting by performing dissections of specimens as part of the mandatory lab component.
4.0
Credit Units
42.0
Lecture hours
20.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Correspondence-Structured Time, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
ANAT 265
NURS 111
Prerequisites:
APHY 162 Minimum Grade of 60
NURS 238 Nursing Arts 2
You will focus on the development and application of nursing competencies associated with rehabilitative and supportive care of the adult. Your experiential learning will emphasize caring for individuals with chronic health challenges.
10.0
Credit Units
12.0
Lecture hours
47.0
Lab hours
90.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 201
Prerequisites:
PRAC 162 Minimum Grade of P
and NURS 240 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and NURS 291 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and NURS 293 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and APHY 262 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and PHAR 160 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and PHAR 264 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
NURS 240 Personal and Professional Relationships 2
You will focus on therapeutic relationships with an emphasis on caring, advocacy and diversity. You will explore trends and issues in nursing. You will discuss the scope of professional practice for the practical nurse.
3.0
Credit Units
18.0
Lecture hours
27.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Correspondence-Structured Time, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
PRAC 162 Minimum Grade of P
NURS 291 Health and Healing 2
You will focus on rehabilitative and supportive care
within an interdisciplinary team. You will explore
palliative and rehabilitative nursing with an emphasis
on valuing client self-determination, ecologic
approaches, and holistic wellness. You will also
examine mental health nursing and explore the mental
health services available in Saskatchewan. In
addition, you will build upon your basic reporting
and recording skills.
3.0
Credit Units
40.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 239
Prerequisites:
PRAC 162 Minimum Grade of P
and NURS 240 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and APHY 262 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and PHAR 264 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
NURS 293 Health Challenges 2
Your studies will focus on the concepts of holistic nursing care related to specific health challenges of the adult. Using the primary health care approach, you will explore chronic health challenges specific to various body systems.
3.0
Credit Units
41.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Prior Learning, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
PRAC 162 Minimum Grade of P
and NURS 291 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and APHY 262 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
PHAR 160 Introductory Pharmacology
You will study the basic concepts of pharmacology and related nursing responsibilities in the context of patient safety. Your studies will focus on medication classifications, preparations, as well as medication interactions in the human body. You will receive information about Canadian laws pertaining to medications. You will study and research selected medication classifications in depth. You will examine patient safety principles at the systems level and the practitioner level.
3.0
Credit Units
46.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Prior Learning, Correspondence-Structured Time, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 213
Prerequisites:
APHY 262 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
PHAR 264 Administration of Medications
You will focus on the administration of medications throughout the lifespan in the context of systems and patient safety. Your studies will include aspects of the metric system essential for the classification of medication dosages for adults and children. You will explore the principles concerning safe administration of medications and learn how to prepare and safely administer medications via the enteral, percutaneous and parenteral (subcutaneous, intramuscular and intradermal) routes.
3.0
Credit Units
43.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Correspondence-Structured Time, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard Individual, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
( PRAC 162 Minimum Grade of P
and PHAR 160 Minimum Grade of 60) (concurrent)
or PHAR 201 Minimum Grade of 60
PRAC 260 Practicum 2
You will have the opportunity to integrate theory and practice in holistic nursing care of individuals requiring rehabilitative and/or supportive nursing care with the client as a partner.
7.0
Credit Units
110.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Clinical/Practicum
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 233
Prerequisites:
NURS 238 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 240 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 291 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 293 Minimum Grade of 60
and APHY 262 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHAR 160 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHAR 264 Minimum Grade of 60
NURS 241 Nursing Arts 3
You will focus on developing and applying nursing competencies associated with curative and restorative care across the lifespan. You will develop the beginning competencies necessary to assist childbearing families and children achieve health. Your experiential learning will emphasize caring for individuals with acute health challenges.
17.0
Credit Units
8.0
Lecture hours
28.0
Lab hours
213.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
PRAC 260 Minimum Grade of P
and NURS 243 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and NURS 292 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and NURS 294 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and SOCI 260 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
NURS 243 Personal and Professional Relationships 3
You will reflect upon the professional roles, responsibilities and relationships of the practical nurse, within the context of your own evolving nursing experience and your role as a team member.
1.0
Credit Units
14.0
Lecture hours
6.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
PRAC 260 Minimum Grade of P
NURS 292 Health and Healing 3
You will focus on fundamental nursing concepts related to the curative and restorative care of children and adolescents. You will discuss family-centered perinatal nursing and the new family. You will also discuss growth and development from infancy to adolescence. You will explore the concepts of teaching and learning, and client education.
3.0
Credit Units
46.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
NURS 242
Prerequisites:
PRAC 260 Minimum Grade of P
and NURS 243 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
NURS 294 Health Challenges 3
Your studies will focus on the concepts of holistic nursing care related to specific health challenges of the perioperative client. You will study specific types of surgical treatment and post-operative nursing care, applying concepts of patient safety. Using the primary health care approach, you will explore the concepts of holistic nursing care related to health challenges of the adult. You will discuss specific challenges to learning.
3.0
Credit Units
44.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
PRAC 260 Minimum Grade of P
and NURS 292 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
SOCI 260 Sociology 2
This course examines changing family patterns in Canada, and analyzes how social factors influence family relationships. You will examine topics such as the functions and roles of families, changing definitions of the family, the development of intimate relationships, parenthood and child raising, how paid and unpaid work affect family life, divorce, and family violence.
3.0
Credit Units
39.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Correspondence-Structured Time, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s):
FMLY 181
Prerequisites:
SOCI 160 Minimum Grade of 60
NURS 295 Nursing Transitions 4
You will integrate theory into your practice while providing holistic nursing care to individuals requiring curative and restorative nursing care. You will concentrate on the transition from the role of student to graduate practical nurse. You will be introduced to the leadership role in the health care system and the concept of patient safety from a systems approach. You will explore interprofessional collaboration in a health care team context.
26.0
Credit Units
42.0
Lecture hours
10.0
Lab hours
337.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
NURS 241 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 243 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 292 Minimum Grade of 60
and NURS 294 Minimum Grade of 60
and SOCI 260 Minimum Grade of 60
and SOCI 261 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
SOCI 261 Sociology 3
You will further explore the concepts of sociology by focusing on respectful interactions when caring for clients of all cultures. Emphasis will be given to providing culturally respectful care to clients of Aboriginal ancestry across the lifespan. Diversity within the Aboriginal culture will be explored.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Correspondence-Structured Time, Online/Blackboard
Prerequisites:
SOCI 160 Minimum Grade of 60
Note
A 12 week summer break follows Semester 2.
