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Registered Nurse Diagnosing & PrescribingNEW

Certificate of Accomplishment | RNDP1

Program Overview 

Important note: 

The Registered Nurse Diagnosing and Prescribing program will be delivered via two modules and simulation experience that includes a mixed synchronous and asynchronous delivery mode and an in-person lab. Onsite labs are scheduled by the Program Advisor (Evenings). A full-time clinical placement completes the program. 

Program Description 

The Registered Nurse Diagnosing and Prescribing certificate program is designed for registered nurses (RNs) seeking to advance their knowledge and practice in diagnosing and prescription writing. This certification will walk learners through the theory of prescribing certain medications as set out by the CNO (College of Nurses of Ontario), types of patient assessments and follow ups. 

After successful completion of the theory courses, students will move to the clinical placement. This will consist of 150 hours (6 – 12 weeks). 

Application Process 

Registration in this program is restricted to CNO registered nurses. All applicants must provide documentation as outlined below. Successful candidates will be offered admission into the program through the program advisor. 

Applications for the 2024 January program is now closed.  

Admission Requirements 

  1. Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) – CNO number and active unrestricted status is required.
  2. Recent employment in a healthcare setting, with a total of 1000 hours calculated. Essential that RN conducts assessment and nursing intervention during these hours.
  3. Letter of intent of placement location or evidence of secured placement, supervised by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician. Placement can be completed within the RN's current workplace, excluding acute care settings.

Documentation Requirements 

  • Current Resume  

  • CNO Entitled to Practice Confirmation 

Academic Partnership with Canadian Nurses Association 

As of December 2023, the new Registered Nurse Diagnosing & Prescribing at Humber College is approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario (www.cno.org). RNs who successfully complete Council approved RN-prescribing education will have information added to their registrant profile on CNO’s public Register, Find a Nurse, to communicate their authority to prescribe medications and communicate diagnoses for the purpose of prescribing specified in regulation. 

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