On September 7, 2026, Yorkville University intends to acquire Beal University Canada, subject to regulatory approval and other closing conditions. This is a change in institutional ownership not a change in the program. The BScN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program will continue to be delivered as it is currently approved — same curriculum, same clinical placements, same standards. But once the acquisition is complete it will become part of the broader family of Yorkville University programs.
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Become the Nurse Patients Rely On When It Matters Most
Healthcare is evolving and the demand for skilled, practice-ready nurses continues to grow.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program builds the clinical foundation for professional practice through a hybrid model that combines hands-on training, applied coursework, and supervised clinical placements
Hands-On Learning —train through online coursework, in-person labs, simulation, and clinical placements designed to bring theory into practice.
Structured Learning Model— stay focused and maintain momentum through 8-week study blocks and a reduced course load per module/term, helping you balance your studies without sacrificing progress.
Clinical Readiness — develop the judgment, confidence, and patient-centered skills required to deliver safe, evidence-based care in complex healthcare environments.
Accelerated Pathway — complete your degree in as few as 2.5 years and move from education to career faster than traditional nursing.
Real-World Training — gain practical experience through supervised clinical placements and hands-on learning in a dedicated healthcare environment.
Personalized Learning Experience — study in a supportive, close-knit environment with small class help you succeed academically and professionally.
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Six (6) “Mods” in a twelve-month period
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Each program “Mod” meets for eight (8) weeks
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Full-time students take a minimum of six (6) Semester Credit hours per “Mod”
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An academic year is thirty-two (32) weeks in length
New Term Starts Soon
Starts:
New Start Available Every 8 Weeks
Campus:
Locations in both Sackville, New Brunswick and Miramichi, New Brunswick
Duration:
Under 2.5 years*
Format: Hybrid (Online + In-Person Clinical Training)
Begin your studies with a strong online foundation up to 12 months, then transition into increasingly hands-on, experiential learning. As you progress, coursework is delivered through in-class laboratory, simulations, applied theory, and work-integrated learning in clinical settings. This approach focuses on developing practical skills aligned with entry-to-practice competencies, while maintaining a strong emphasis on patient safety and quality care.
Through a hybrid model, you will build clinical confidence by combining online learning with in-person labs, simulation experiences, and supervised clinical placements—allowing you to apply your knowledge in real healthcare environments.
*Based on full course load and continuous study. Speak with an Admissions Advisor for details.
Program Benefits
Train for Real Care
Build clinical confidence through a hybrid model that combines online coursework with in-person labs, simulation, and supervised clinical placements so you can apply what you learn in real healthcare environments.
Graduate Faster, Start Sooner
Complete your degree in as few as 2.5 years and move from education to career faster than traditional pathways, gaining real-world experience earlier.
Build Skills That Translate to Practice
Develop the clinical judgment, technical ability, and patient-centered approach required to deliver safe, evidence-based care across diverse healthcare settings.
Learn from Those Who’ve Done the Work
Be guided by experienced nursing professionals who bring frontline experience real clinical perspective, and practical knowledge into every course.
Professional Registration Pathways
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is designed to prepare future nurses who think critically, act with confidence, and adapt to the evolving demands of modern healthcare with leading skills around patient safety and care.
The BScN program has received preliminary approval from the College of Nursing of New Brunswick. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse in New Brunswick, subject to meeting all applicable regulatory requirements, including successful completion of the NCLEX-RN examination.
With a focus on applied learning, simulation-based training, and clinical experience, you’ll develop the skills required to move from education to professional practice with clarity and confidence.
Career Outcomes
Graduates of Healthcare systems don’t just need more nurses. They need nurses who are ready.
This program prepares you to step into real clinical environments with the confidence, skills, and adaptability required to deliver patient-centered care from day one.
From hospitals to community care settings, your path in nursing is shaped by both your training and the impact you choose to make.
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Registered Nurse (RN) (subject to licensure*)
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Acute Care Nurse (hospital settings, emergency, medical-surgical)
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Acute Care Nurse (hospital settings, emergency, medical-surgical)
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Community Health Nurse
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Long-Term Care and Rehabilitation Nurse
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Mental Health and Addictions Support
* The BScN program has received preliminary approval from the College of Nursing of New Brunswick. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse in New Brunswick, subject to meeting all applicable regulatory requirements, including successful completion of the NCLEX-RN examination.
Admission Requirements
How to Apply
Until September 8, 2026, please speak to a Beal Canada Admissions Advisor.
Course Descriptions
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course introduces the essentials of prose writing, generation of ideas, organization and the writing process. Grammatical accuracy, sentence structure and use of supporting details are stressed. Students practice these concepts first by reading and analyzing prose models and then by writing paragraphs and translating to longer essay themes of various lengths using the following strategies: narration, description, definition, process, divide and classify, cause and effect, compare and contrast, and argument. A written paper demonstrating proper referencing and documentation is also included.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course will introduce students to more in-depth academic writing genres incorporating narration, visual analysis, reviews and argument in a variety of academic publications. Students will continue to refine best practices regarding writing, learning to conduct literature reviews relevant to individual student disciplines, and become well-versed in the effective use of online databases, journals, and libraries. Students will effectively incorporate, and document primary and secondary sources formatted correctly with the APA style, while demonstrating higher levels of composition incorporating the writing process and all elements of successful writing across multiple academic disciplines.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course explores the major social and cultural trends, demographic and economic shifts, and international alliances, frictions, and conflicts that have characterized the Canadian experience from the beginning of Western Immigration. By tracking critical themes such as race, politics, technology, environment, and religion, students will learn to think historically, read critically, and model effective approaches to finding scholarly/other sources, writing, and civil engagement for a digital age. This course will also explore the historical foundations of Indigenous cultures in Canada such as Indigenous history, Residential Schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Right of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties, and Indigenous Rights. Through a critical analysis, students will explore the impact of events, policies and contemporary issues on Indigenous communities.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course includes a study of the fundamental algebraic processes. Topics will include real and rational numbers, radicals, monomials and polynomials, solution of first- and second-degree equations, inequalities, systems of linear equations in two and three unknowns, graphing of functions in Cartesian Coordinates, logarithms, determinants, and word problems.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: MS110
This course studies the theory and application of statistics. Estimation will be conducted using properties of sufficient statistics and maximum likelihood estimators. Hypothesis tests will be developed for population means, proportions, chi-square tests of independence, as well as regression and ANOVA. Statistical hypothesis testing will be applied to real-world data sets using technology.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course is designed to assist the student in gaining a general, foundational knowledge of human development across the lifespan with an emphasis on mental health and wellbeing. The student will look closely at the three spheres of development essential to this process: physical, cognitive, and social, and how they intersect with mental well-being. Students will draw from their own experiences as well as be introduced to the most current understanding and literature regarding development with a particular focus on the psychosocial and emotional aspects of human growth and mental health.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course introduces the student to the study of society and the interaction of individuals within a society. Major areas of study include the concepts and theory of sociology, culture, social structure and social change and their relevance to mental health. Students will explore how sociological factors influence individual and collective mental health, providing a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between society and psychological wellbeing.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
In this course, basic bio-organization and six areas of the body structural systems are studied. The gross and microscopic structures and function of integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, endocrine system and special senses are explored. Emphasis is placed on the diseases and diagnostic procedures related to each of these systems. This course involves both lecture and lab components.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
The gross and microscopic structures and function of the blood, the male and female reproductive systems, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, and urinary system are explored. Emphasis is placed on the diseases and diagnostic procedures related to each system. This course involves both lecture and lab components.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: ZO115, ZO116
Co-Requisite: None
This course uses biological principles to help the student understand microorganisms as they relate to health sciences. Learning is focused on metabolism, the environment, and the genetics of microorganisms. Topics include the body’s response to microorganisms, disease, and the body’s defense mechanisms, the infection cycle, and transmission from host to host. Chemistry is integrated for understanding the enzymatic functions and microbial physiology. This course includes a laboratory which explores the physiological, nutritional, and environmental needs of bacteria and fungi. Sterilization techniques, the use of the microscope, and the antibiotic susceptibility of bacteria are also studied. Laboratory activities include cultivation techniques, microscopy, biochemical assays, immunoassays and identification. This course involves both lecture and lab components.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: ZO115, ZO116, ZO211
This course focuses on core concepts necessary to understand the physiological aspects of disease and the approach necessary for the professional provider. This course also explores the pathophysiology of common disease states and integrates quality and safety approaches to the evaluation and treatment of the client. The student will address scientific principles essential to understanding alterations in body systems and will develop professional clinical decision making for health promotion, risk reduction, and disease management across the lifespan. The course provides a comprehensive approach to common alterations in body systems and addresses etiology, and clinical presentation of the disease process.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: EH111, MS110, SC102, PY203 ZO211, and a 77% (C+) for ZO115 and ZO116
This course introduces the student to concepts that provide the foundation for the professional practice of nursing, including nursing theory, the nursing process, critical thinking, and professional behaviours. Emphasis is also placed on concepts related to the healthcare system and patient-centered care. NU110 involves a laboratory experience which provides an opportunity for students to develop basic patient-centered nursing skills. Medical terminology and dosage calculations are integrated into the course.
5 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU110 and ZO211
This course builds on the concepts learned in NU110, continuing to focus on principles essential to the nursing profession. Concepts related to patient-centered care are emphasized. NU135 has a nursing lab component where the skills required to conduct a health assessment will be introduced. Other skills include medication administration, aseptic technique, and IV therapy. NU135 provides clinical experience in a long-term care facility where the student will begin to utilize the nursing process as the means of providing basic nursing care to meet the holistic needs of senior clients.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: MS110, ZO211, ZO115, and ZO116
This course will focus on the principles of pharmacology and the major drug classifications in relation to the treatment of health problems throughout the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on the knowledge and interventions needed to maximize therapeutic effects and prevent or minimize adverse effects of medications.
6 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU135, NU145
This course will focus on holistic nursing care and the application of the nursing process in the care of patients across the lifespan who are experiencing common selected pathophysiological processes affecting body regulatory mechanisms. Pharmacology and diet therapy are integrated throughout the course. This course builds upon basic nursing knowledge and skills established during prior fundamental nursing courses. Opportunities to apply theoretical concepts and perform nursing skills are provided through faculty guided clinical/learning experiences in acute healthcare settings.
5 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU180 and SC102
This course will introduce the student to the psycho-social-cultural health of the individual from birth through to adolescence. Other concepts include common childhood illnesses, nutrition, communication, and pharmacology. The student will further develop health assessment and nursing care skills for pediatric patients. The student will expand skills in the use of the nursing process and critical thinking in meeting needs within the family system, well child, and acute care settings.
3 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course focuses on professional standards of care, quality and safety benchmarks, code of ethics for nurses and provincial nursing practice acts. This course is designed to explore the role of the nurse as a leader in the profession and in health care delivery. Through this course, the student will gain a better understanding of leadership styles and techniques and will enhance their individual leadership skills in maintaining standards of care. The course also emphasizes the professional role of the nurse in assisting individuals in the community in locating and utilizing appropriate community resources. Principles and theories of leadership will be integrated and related to the role of the professional nurse in the delivery of care to individuals, groups, and communities.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: None
This course will focus on the integration of communication and information science, computer science, and cognitive science to acquire, process, design, and disseminate knowledge. Students will discuss the impact informatics has on the delivery of care including efficiency and productivity, client safety and confidentiality. Students will also learn the principles and basic skills for effective speaking and provide an appreciation of the values and uses of spoken communication and body language. Students will learn to communicate with clients in all settings. Emphasis will be placed on the SPIKES and SOLER model of communication and breaking bad news. Students will have a chance to demonstrate the art of communication and body language while in the clinical setting.
5 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU350
This course reviews concepts and theories related to public, family, community, and population health. Emphasizing the role of the nurse in sustaining, restoring, and promoting health among diverse populations is explored. Principles of epidemiology and the influence of factors impacting the health and wellness of local and global communities are incorporated. The opportunity for students to collaborate within their community is explored using assessment tools to improve health outcomes. This course includes a practice component within a community health setting.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU350
This course recognizes the importance of providing and incorporating cultural beliefs and experience of clients, families, and their health care professionals with care settings. Topics include comparative analysis of communication styles, fostering open communication, family roles, dietary preferences, safety and concerns associated with cultural beliefs, values and practices of cultural norms, and the impact of health care practice. Nursing interventions that integrate and examine evidence-based practice related to various cultural beliefs, including Indigenous worldviews, will be discussed. The importance of incorporating a holistic approach in the care and treatment of the client will be demonstrated within this course.
6 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites:NU210, NU340
This course will focus on holistic nursing care and the application of the nursing process in the care of patients across the lifespan who are experiencing common selected pathophysiological processes affecting body regulatory mechanisms. Students will learn to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care interventions, developing a comprehensive understanding of disease conditions and their impact on the overall well-being of individuals at different stages of life.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU180, NU210, IDS325
This course will focus on two areas of specialty. The first area will be on concepts such as maternity, pregnancy, labour and delivery, post-partum, newborn care and development, health maintenance and prevention in maternity, newborn, and mental health. The student will further develop health assessment and nursing care skills for maternity and newborn babies. The second area of focus will feature concepts related to care of patients with common mental health disorders. The student will continue to expand skill levels in the use of the nursing process by providing holistic care in acute care and community health. The student will further develop therapeutic communication techniques and psycho-social assessments for these individuals. Student learning is focused on mood disorders, safety/substance abuse issues, violence, suicide, developmental age-related pathophysiology, grief/loss, and psychopharmacology.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: MS315
This course exposes the student to the role of research in professional nursing practice and the principles and models of evidence-based practice. The student will be introduced to quantitative and qualitative research by reviewing, evaluating, and critiquing current research which uses a variety of designs. Emphasis will also be placed on the interpretation of data from various empirical research related to nursing for the purposes of understanding and disseminating the information to healthcare staff. Students will be introduced to quality improvement and how it benefits healthcare.
6 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU210, NU340, NU330
This course continues to focus on the holistic nursing care of patients across the lifespan who are experiencing complex pathophysiological processes affecting body regulatory mechanisms. Students will use critical thinking and the nursing process when providing direct nursing care or managing the care for a group of patients in the hospital setting. Nursing management skills, such as time management, prioritization, and delegation will be emphasized. This course will also allow students the opportunity to demonstrate the achievement of graduate competencies and to refine their nursing care practice skills. Pharmacology and diet therapy are integrated throughout the course. This course builds upon the nursing knowledge and skills established during prior nursing courses. Opportunities to use theoretical concepts and perform advanced nursing skills are provided through faculty guided clinical/learning experiences in acute health care settings.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU220
This course introduces the use of complementary and integrative therapies in healthcare. The goal is to provide the student with knowledge and experience of mind/body self-healing skills, multi-cultural integrative healthcare theories-especially that of Indigenous populations, practice environments and interventions that can be used safely and effectively.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NU350
This course focuses on the principles of management and leadership and leadership styles in the delivery of healthcare. An overview of theories assists the student in the understanding of legal and ethical implications related to the role of the professional nurse in regard to care, staffing, budgeting, quality improvement, safety concerns, and other issues. Content includes current trends and issues in healthcare leadership and management and the contribution of the professional nurse.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: All Concentration Courses in the BScN program
This course is designed for students to select a focused area of nursing from a variety of practice settings to integrate and refine competencies in professional, ethical, and legal practice, theoretical, clinical, and critical thinking, leadership and inter-professional collaboration, and application of evidence-informed practice. Clinical placements include areas where students can refine psychomotor skills. This also provides an opportunity for students to evaluate their learning plan and refine as necessary and prepare for the NCLEX exam.
4 Semester Credit Hours
Prerequisites: ZO211
This course prepares the student with a general knowledge of gene structure and the human genome’s organization and function. The topics will explore the structure and function of genes, chromosomes and genomes, biological variation resulting from recombination, mutation, and selection, population genetics, and use of genetic methods to analyze protein function, gene regulation and inherited diseases.
Practicum and Mentoring
A Learning Model Built for Real Care
Where theory becomes hands-on clinical experience
Your training combines online coursework with in-person labs, and simulation in Sackville or Miramichi, New Brunswick, along with clinical placements at partner health care institutions so you can apply what you learn in real healthcare environments.
- Practice hands-on skills in simulated clinical settings
- Apply knowledge through supervised clinical placements
- Build confidence before entering professional practice
Explore Clinical Training
Graduate Ready to Step Into Practice
Through an accelerated, practice-based approach, you’ll develop the clinical judgment, adaptability, and confidence required in modern healthcare environments.
- Complete your degree in as few as 2.5 years
- Enter a high-demand field with strong job prospects
- Build skills aligned with real-world patient care
Start Your Nursing Journey
Focused Learning. Faster Progress
A structured approach that utilizes a focused, sequential learning framework that prioritizes in-depth expertise building.
- 12-month academic year divided into 6 focused learning blocks
- 8-week learning cycles that keep you engaged and moving forward
- Shorter than traditional semesters, so you stay focused without burnout
- Take 2 courses at a time instead of 4, allowing for better balance and deeper learning
- Minimal breaks between terms to maintain momentum
- Progress through your program faster and graduate sooner
FAQ
No, following the closing of the transaction in September 2026, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program will continue to be delivered as currently approved, with no changes to curriculum, clinical placements, or academic standards. All current students will continue their studies without interruption and will graduate with a recognized degree that meets all College of Nurses of New Brunswick (CNNB) licensure requirement.
A minimum GPA of 2.5 from high school, GED, CAEC, or previous post-secondary study is required. No prerequisite courses are needed to apply — making the program accessible to a wide range of applicants. Full details are available on the Beal Canada Admissions page.
Currently, enrollment is limited to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. International applicants are not eligible at this time.
Yes — all applicants are required to take and pass the HESI A2, including those already working in a healthcare setting. It is a mandatory step in the admissions process for every candidate.
Yes. Yorkville University offers scholarships and bursaries to support eligible students throughout their studies. See our Scholarships & Bursaries page for details.
Courses are taken sequentially and not concurrently, although the latter may be possible with special permission. A term would consist of either one ten-week course and a five-week course or three five-week courses.
If you can’t find your questions addressed on this web page, please contact a Beal University Canada Admissions Advisor.
