Advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPNs

Program Overview

This certificate program prepares you with the medical knowledge and skills for an exciting and specialized career in orthopedics. The program consists of two courses and a clinical practicum (300 hours). You will further your understanding of anatomy and physiology in relation to orthopedics and orthopedic radiology, assessment and trauma. The curriculum includes specialized orthopedic procedures including casting.

Delivery Methods

A combination of:

• Self-paced study, distance education with continuous intake
• Tutorial help from an instructor
• Five-day, full-time workshop
• 300 hours of preceptored clinical practice (We will try to arrange this in your own community)

Career Potential

• Emergency department
• Cast room
• Orthopaedic patient care area

Admission Requirements

• Active registration with a college for LPNs
• ADVO 1101 (Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology for Orthopedics)
• Experience working in an acute care setting

Clinical Requirements

• 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 (more than one may be necessary in accordance with practicum requirements )

Progression

To progress through the program and receive certification, a minimum grade of 3.0 or “B” in each course is required. The practicum is a pass or fail.

Credential

After successfully completing this program, graduates will be awarded a NorQuest Advanced Education in Orthopedics for LPNs certificate and pin.

Honours criteria

• Program GPA (grade point average) is greater than or equal to 3.7
• Student has not written a supplemental exam
• Student has not failed or repeated any courses
• Student has not had a learning contract

Program Outline(2009/10)

Last updated: November 20, 2009