Success in Practical Nursing 1

Course code NURS 0120

Credit 0.0

Length 12.0 hours

Course outline View

This course assists students to gain/maintain competencies of Level 1 prior to inserting into Level 2 or Access to PN programs. In this course, students will develop a personal learning plan that focuses on developing and demonstrating mastery of nursing competencies (knowledge, skills, attitude and judgment). Successful completion of this course is necessary prior to insertion into the program.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Developing an effective Personal Learning Plan
  • Time management and organization.
  • Self – directed learning.
  • Problem solving and nursing care planning.
  • Applying theory to practice.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Reflective practice and self-evaluation.
  • Giving and receiving feedback.
  • Clinical skills mastery.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
70480 November 16, 2026
to November 17, 2026
Lecture VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.