There are several nursing education options in Vancouver. Undergraduate, graduate and doctoral nursing programs, including a graduate nurse practitioner program, are available through the University of British Columbia School of Nursing. Striking a balance between theory and practice is emphasized in the general nursing curriculum and specialty programs like high acuity nursing, nephrology nursing, nurse practitioner and perioperative nursing available at the British Columbia Institute of Technology School of Health Sciences in nearby Burnaby. Advanced placement for LPNs and Registered Psychiatric Nurses is available as part of the BSN program at Douglas College in New Westminster.
According to Work Futures British Columbia employment for nurses in British Columbia is forecast to grow at a steady 1.4% through 2011. Because this is a large occupational group and there is currently a nursing shortage in the province, it is projected that there will be a large number of employment openings over the next five years.
Nursing Schools, Programs & Courses
in Vancouver
Subjects listed are highlights of programs
and/or courses offered.
University of British Columbia, School of Nursing - | (604) 822-7420 Clinical Nurse, Community Health, Family Care, HIV/AIDS, Manager, Neonatal/Newborn, Nurse Practitioner (NP) (M), Nursing (B,M,D), Pain Management, Pediatrics, Women's Health
Why Vancouver is a Great Place to Study Nursing
As British Columbia's largest city, Vancouver is a rapidly growing metropolitan area in Canada. As in any burgeoning area, the need for nurses and other healthcare professionals in Vancouver is also growing. The community is dedicated to promoting its healthcare options via provider organizations including Vancouver Coastal Health, which offers services ranging from hospital treatment to community-based residential, home health, mental health and public health services.
Other Resources for Nursing Education and Careers in Vancouver
There are several nursing education options in Vancouver. Undergraduate, graduate and doctoral nursing programs, including a graduate nurse practitioner program, are available through the University of British Columbia School of Nursing. Striking a balance between theory and practice is emphasized in the general nursing curriculum and specialty programs like high acuity nursing, nephrology nursing, nurse practitioner and perioperative nursing available at the British Columbia Institute of Technology School of Health Sciences in nearby Burnaby. Advanced placement for LPNs and Registered Psychiatric Nurses is available as part of the BSN program at Douglas College in New Westminster.
