Critical Care Nursing Program
Credential Earned
Certificate of Completion
Length:
- Full time: 13 weeks
- Part time: 35–42 weeks
See Plan of Study details for more information.
Location
Available to learners in Nova Scotia.
Delivery
- Independent, online learning with live classroom and simulation sessions
- In-person skills and simulation sessions in Halifax, New Glasgow, Antigonish, Cape Breton or Yarmouth
- Clinical placements
Dates
Full Time
- Fall: September 2, 2025-November 30, 2025
Part Time
- Fall: September 2, 2025-June 20, 2026
Registration Deadlines
Full Time
- Fall: August 1, 2025
Part Time
- Fall: August 1, 2025
Note:
The registration process for this course has moved to Genuis, a student information system.
Please see our Genius Learner Guide and Genius FAQ to help support you through the registration process.
Overview
The Critical Care Nursing Program (CCNP) prepares Registered Nurses to work in critical care settings. Whether you are new to critical care or very experienced in this environment, the program will stretch your understanding of critical care theoretical concepts and best practice guidelines. By gaining a broader insight into factors that influence safe care and by increasing sensitivity in relation to interprofessional teamwork and patient-centred care, you will become proficient in providing the patient/family with quality care in the critical care setting.
Requirements
- Active-practicing RN license with the provincial regulator
- Approval from a critical care unit manager to confirm a clinical seat and sponsorship for the program (see Plan of Study details for more information about sponsorship for full- and part-time options)