Plan of Study

Part-time Perioperative Nursing Program for Licensed Practical Nurses

The part-time plan of study is designed for Licensed Practical Nurses who are currently employed or will be hired into the perioperative setting during the program.

The program requires employer support to ensure learner success, which includes time to participate in skills lab, exam writing, observation days, and clinical.

Travel to Halifax may be required for up to 10 days of in-person labs. While every effort is made to provide required clinical learning experiences at the site closest to the learner’s home, travel may be required.

Licensed Practical Nurses with existing knowledge, skills, and/or experience fundamental to perioperative nursing may qualify to receive credit toward program requirements. This will be assessed with faculty at the start of the program. 

Timeline

The part-time program is approximately 29-33 weeks depending on the clinical component, which can be completed in a block or integrated format at designated times in an operating room in Nova Scotia. During week 1 of the program, faculty will let learners know if they are in the block or integrated format. 

Learning Outcomes

The Perioperative Nursing Program – LPN curriculum reflects current evidence-based information related to practice, education, and the perioperative workplace. In addition, it adheres to core competencies outlined by the Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC).