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Preference will be given to applicants with:
Academic grades above the minimum
Requirements completed within the last five years
Related experience*
Additional post-secondary academic courses*
*Applicants with preferred entrance requirements are to submit transcripts and supporting documentation with their online application.
IELTS
If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 7
If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 6.5
If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 6.0
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)
If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 65
If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 60
If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 52
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 90
If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 86
If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 82
Pediatric nursing is dedicated to the health and care of young people, ranging from babies to teenagers. Children, as patients, have unique healthcare needs that require specialized knowledge and expertise in their growth, illness, and injury. Pediatric nurses must also have excellent communication skills so they can provide a safe and supportive environment for young patients and their families. The Pediatric Critical Care option prepares nurses to work in the dynamic and highly specialized practice area of pediatric critical care nursing.
About the program
The BCIT Pediatric Nursing Specialty program is the only one of its kind in Canada. We educate students from around the world, and our certificate is recognized at every Canadian hospital and university. Our program gives you the skills employers seek.
Part-time, advanced certificate program that takes an average of 2.5 years to complete
Distance and online learning gives you flexibility to learn at your own pace
Two clinical preceptorship experiences that can be completed in pediatric practice areas in your community or province
Our program prepares you for a career in pediatric nursing. Visit Program Details for more information about our program design.
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Program matrix
Required Courses: (27.0 credits)
NSPE 7100, Pediatric Theory 1
NSPE 7260, Pediatric Critical Care Nursing Theory 1
NSPE 7270, Pediatric Critical Care Theory 2
NSPE 7280, Pediatric Critical Care Theory 3
NSPE 7290, Pediatric Critical Care Nursing Theory 4
NSPE 7310, Pediatric Critical Care Preceptorship 1
NSPE 7410, Pediatric CC Preceptorship 2
Total Credits:, 27.0
Our grads are ready
The BCIT Pediatric nursing specialty allows you to work anywhere in the world. Use our program to start your career in pediatric nursing or apply your new skills in your existing workplace.
Career opportunities
Pediatric registered nurses combine technical nursing expertise with strong communication skills focused on youth. They primarily work in dedicated pediatric units in hospitals or community health centers but can also work in doctors’ offices and schools.
Positions start at approximately $36 per hour with opportunities available internationally. A typical day can involve:
Physical assessments
Educating families on care and prevention
Designing home care plans for children with special needs
Caring for children with chronic illness or injury
Creating a safe environment for young patients
Working closely with physicians on an on-going basis
