University of Manitoba - Faculty of Medicine

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Nursing (MN) - Nurse Practitioner

University of Manitoba - Faculty of Medicine

Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
Course Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,287
Careers:Nurses (RNs)

Description:

The Nurse Practitioner program is a Master of Nursing program that prepares nurses with the advanced knowledge and skills to function as first line providers of health care and health promotion in primary care.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A baccalaureate degree in nursing from an approved or accredited university.

    In exceptional circumstances, applicants with a degree in another discipline may be considered, providing the applicant is a Registered Nurse (RN). For these individuals, up to an additional year of course work may be required prior to consideration for admission to the graduate program as a regular student. RPNs are not eligible for the Nurse Practitioner program.

    Completion of a Research Methods course and an introductory Statistics course with a minimum grade of 2.5 (C+) in each course.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Work Experience
    Proof of active practicing nurse registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM). Proof of a minimum of two years or equivalent (3,600 hours) full-time clinical practice within the past five years.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 14, 2022