Advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPNs
- Certificate
- Part-time studies
- Continuous starts
- Distance education
Program Overview
This advanced certificate program prepares licensed practical nurses (LPNs) with the knowledge and skills for an exciting and specialized career in orthopaedics. The program consists of two courses and a clinical practicum (300 hours). You will further your understanding of anatomy and physiology in relation to orthopaedics and orthopaedic radiology, assessment, and trauma. The curriculum includes specialized orthopaedic procedures including casting.
Please see Continuing Education for LPNs for additional continuing education courses.
Delivery Methods
A combination of:
- Self-paced study
- Tutorial help from an instructor
- Five-day full-time workshop
- Preceptored full-time 300-hour clinical practice (possibly completed in your own community.)
Career Potential
- Emergency department
- Cast room
- Orthopaedic patient care area
Admission Requirements (2011-2012)
- Active registration with a college for licensed practical nurses
- Current experience in an acute care setting, with a minimum of 1600 hours completed
- Informal interview with course instructor
Clinical Requirements for ADVO 1002 and ADVO 1103*
- WHMIS certificate
- CPR - Basic Life Support for Health-Care Providers certificate (Level C)
- Current immunizations including hepatitis B
- Negative TB test / chest X-ray
- Clear criminal record check; must include vulnerable sector check (Health-care agencies require students doing clinical practice to submit a criminal record check.) Note: Internet (online) criminal record checks are NOT accepted by the College. Please contact your local law enforcement agency directly to obtain an official criminal record check.
- Physically able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs/23 kg
*Note: The admission requirements listed above may be satisfied by submitting a letter from the employer stating that the above requirements have been met and are up to date.
Admission Requirements (2012-2013)
- Active registration with a college for licensed practical nurses
- Current experience in an acute care setting, with a minimum of 1600 hours completed
- Informal interview with course instructor
Clinical Requirements for ADVO 1002 and ADVO 1103*
- WHMIS certificate
- CPR - Basic Life Support for Health-Care Providers certificate
- Current immunizations including hepatitis B
- Negative TB test/chest X-ray
- Clear criminal record check; must include vulnerable sector check (Health-care agencies require students doing clinical practice to submit a criminal record check.) Note: Internet (online) criminal record checks are NOT accepted by the College. Please contact your local law enforcement agency directly to obtain an official criminal record check. The existence of a criminal record may prevent clinical placement, program completion, and professional licensure and therefore may affect employment prospects. Prospective students who have a criminal record should discuss the matter with the Program Chair prior to applying for admission.
- Physically able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs/23 kg
*Note: The admission requirements listed above may be satisfied by submitting a letter from the employer stating that the above requirements have been met and are up to date.
Progression
Students must attain 80% in each course to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses.
Credential
After successfully completing this program, graduates will be awarded a NorQuest Advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPNs certificate and an orthopaedic pin.
Tuition and Fees
Please refer to our Tuition and Fees page for the 2011/12 tuition and fees schedule.
Funding Your Education
Alberta students in this program may be eligible for funding through the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta. See the CLPNA website for information.
Program Outline (2011/12)
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
| ADVO 1101 |
Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology for Orthopaedics (Prerequisite course) |
6.0 |
| ADVO 1002** |
Orthopaedic Pathology and
Related Nursing Interventions |
16.0 |
| ADVO 1103** |
Advanced Education in
Orthopaedics Clinical Practice |
10.0 |
| |
Program Total |
32.0 |
** The courses ADVO 1002 and ADVO 1103 must be taken together.
Last updated:
October 10, 2011
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