TORONTO, March 10, 2004 -- Under a new joint-agreement announced today, York University and Georgian College will offer a Post-RN degree program for registered nurses, at its Orillia Campus and at the Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound Hospital.
The announcement, made at media conferences at both locations simultaneously was attended by officials from York University, Georgian College and the local health communities.
The agreement builds on the extremely successful partnership between Georgian College, Seneca College and York University in offering a collaborative BScN program.
Classes for the collaborative Post-RN program will begin in September, 2004. The announcement means that qualified graduates of diploma nursing programs such as that previously offered by Georgian College will have the opportunity to earn the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree that integrates theory, knowledge and practice in diverse settings.
“This venture builds on the already successful partnerships between York University and Georgian College,” said Rhonda Lenton, Dean of Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies. “As a leader in collaborative education programs, York University is pleased to be part of this innovative career solution for working RNs to study in the communities they serve.”
“This program prepares nurses for a significant role in health care for the 21st Century,” said Georgian College Vice President Academic Cheryl Simpson. “The program specifically provides a convenient method for working nurses in our region to earn a degree without having to leave the area. They can also be confident in the quality of teaching and learning, based on our existing partnerships with York University.”
Grey-Bruce Health Services President and CEO Pat Campbell is delighted with the announcement.
“Local access to a post-RN BScN program in our community opens a wonderful window of opportunity for working nurses in Grey and Bruce,” Campbell said. “Nurses who train in rural settings are much more likely to sustain access to care in this region. Our heartfelt thanks go to Georgian College and York University for their commitment to delivery of educational programs in such a collaborative and innovative way.”
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| David Fuller | |
| Media Relations | |
| York University | |
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