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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

— Completion of a two-year diploma or Bachelor’s
degree from a recognized post-secondary
institution in Canada or English speaking
institution from another country, or equivalent
training and experience.

— English Studies 12 with “C+” or higher, IELTS 6.5
overall band score for international applicants,
or equivalent on other internationally recognized
English Language Proficiency Tests. If a student
applies with an IELTS 6.0+ overall score (with
no band less than 5.5) then they will be required
to enroll in EASL 066 - College Preparation -
Research Writing and must obtain a passing grade
of 65% before enrolling in PGHM 259 Management
Communications

GENERAL

— Entry to the program may be made at the
commencement of the Fall, Winter or Spring
semester. However, recommended entry is at
the beginning of the fall semester. Entry may be
limited by prerequisites, space limitations, and/
or completion of preadmission assessment.
International entry may be limited where
international student enrolment targets or limits
have been met.

— Accepted applicants will be placed in particular
classes and/or sections by the School Chair or
designate.

— No class or section switches will be permitted
without the express approval of the School Chair
or designate and the instructor.

— Astudent admitted to this program will be given
preferred access to its courses.

— Astudent who has completed the Selkirk College
Resort and Hotel Management Diploma Program
will not be admitted, as this is a duplication of
coursework.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Before an applicant’s file is considered to be
complete, the following must have been received by
the Admissions Department:

— Completed application form
— The appropriate official transcripts and proof of
English proficiency for international applicants

The deadline for application and receipt of required
documentation for Fall intake is June 30 and October
30 for Winter intake. Late applications will be
admitted where space permits and on the discretion
of the School Chair/School Dean.

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POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING

Before starting classes, or during the first week of
classes, all students must take a Computer Readiness
Tool (CRT), which is a skills assessment tool. While
this CRT is not a criterion for admission, it is a
requirement for all students. If a student does not
meet the minimum expectations of the CRT, then the
student will be asked to sign an acknowledgement
that they are aware of the associated risks and
available student support services that are available
to assist the student.

Program Courses

EASL 066 - COLLEGE PREPARATION
- RESEARCH WRITING

An advanced writing course that focuses on various
forms of writing that can be found in the academic
and the work world. In addition to formal academic
research techniques, this course will also explore
practical technical writing skills needed for clear,
timely, concise and accurate communication. The
writer must focus on the purpose and audience

as well as the form, style and organization. In this
class, students will produce a variety of practical and
academic forms of writing, including correspondence,
summaries, instructions, proposals, reports etc.

Prerequisites: EASL 056A or EASL o56C with a grade
of “C” or higher, or equivalent.

GNUR 399 - COLLEGE ORIENTATION

This course will introduce students to the Selkirk
College campus experience and will include
orientation to the computer and nursing labs, campus
resources, and expectations of the program. This
course will introduce students to the Selkirk College
campus experience and will include orientation to the
computer and nursing labs, campus resources, and
expectations of the program.

GNUR 401 - CONTEMPORARY
ISSUES IN GERONTOLOGY

Contemporary Issues in Gerontology will provide
students with an understanding of how the process of
aging affects individuals and how an aging population
affects and influences Canadian society. Aging will be
examined within historical, contemporary and culture
contexts. Topics will include aging and health, aging
demographics, the psychology and sociology of aging,
finances and economics, retirement, leisure, housing
and transportation, and family social supports.
Participants will have the opportunity to identify and
examine their personal beliefs and values about the
aging process throughout the course.

selkirk.ca/post-graduate-diploma-gerontology

GNUR 403 - RELATIONAL PRACTICE

This course focuses on the development of
self-awareness, increased understanding of
others, and development of effective interpersonal
communication skills that can be used in a variety
of care-giving contexts. Students are encouraged
to become more aware of the impact of their own
communication choices and patterns. They have
opportunity to develop and use communication
techniques that demonstrate personal awareness,
respect, and active listening skills.

GNUR 411 - INTRODUCTION TO
NURSING LEADERSHIP

This is a dynamic course for new and aspiring
leaders. Learners will develop strong interpersonal
and team building skills while exploring their own
personal philosophy of leadership. Students will
focus on and develop skills to manage conflict in

the workplace, build team performance, collaborate
effectively with others, problems solve, and manage
change while pursuing personal improvement and
development as future leaders in the health care
system.

GNUR 412 - PROFESSIONAL NURSING IN
THE CANADIAN HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

This course will introduce international nurses to the
structure of the Canadian health care system, and the
roles and scopes of practice of nurses working within
it. Theoretical foundations of professional nursing
practice will provide a basis for understanding

and examining Standards of Practice and ethical
responsibilities within nursing. The significance

of health promotion and holistic health care will
underscore how nurses can provide care that strives
to help clients gain or retain quality of life and reduce
health disparities within diverse populations.

GNUR 500 - INTRODUCTION TO
GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING

This course will detail the unique roles and
functions of geriatric nursing by exploring historical
underpinnings, societal needs, and current

issues. Canadian and international standards

for gerontological care will be examined and
woven throughout course content. A conceptual
model for nursing acutely ill, chronically ill or frail
elders will provide a ground-work for use of best
practice assessment tools and critical analysis.
Communication skills for optimal teamwork with
enhance the nurse’s interaction with elders, family
members and other caregivers.

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