- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course builds upon the concepts presented in NSNE 7100, NSNE 7200, NSNE 7300, and NSNE 7900. This combination theory and clinical course delivers twelve weeks of guided independent study, a one-day workshop, and 40 hours of clinical practice. A case-study format is used to address high-risk respiratory health challenges of infants. Concepts of respiratory distress syndrome and bronchopulmonary dysplasia will be examined throughout the course. Non-invasive and invasive ventilation modalities will be explored using a developmentally supportive and family-centered care approach.
Prerequisite(s)
- S in NSNE 7900
- RN practicing licensure in a provincial/territorial college of Registered Nurses
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$391.48 - $1,264.35 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
As a health care practitioner, you are expected to follow professional standards of practice throughout all SN programs and courses. In this course, you will have opportunities to use the processes of critical thinking, systematic inquiry, communication, collaboration, leadership, professionalism and clinical decision-making. Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Describe the high-risk respiratory health challenges that increase infant vulnerability.
- Identify non-invasive and invasive modes of respiratory support.
- Identify and examine pharmacological and non-pharmacological agents used to treat high-risk respiratory health challenges.
- Interpret and analyze infant blood gas results in relation to case studies and modalities of respiratory support.
- Apply developmentally supportive and family-centered care within the context of caring for infants with high-risk respiratory health challenges.
- Demonstrate safe and competent nursing care of infants receiving non-invasive and invasive modes of respiratory support.
- Demonstrate accurate and timely documentation of nursing care.
- Practice in accordance with Professional Standards for Registered Nurses
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
Neonatal Respiratory Care (NSNE 7911) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Health Sciences
- Neonatal Nursing Specialty
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Neonatal)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below are three offerings of NSNE 7911 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 46318
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 28 In Progress
- CRN 46318
- $1264.35 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Other |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Annie Silveira
Course outline
Important information
- Clinical lab format.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note: Clinical courses are non-refundable. Please contact the Program Assistant for withdrawal information. Combination Theory/Clinical course. Theory portion is online delivery. The 40 hours of clinical and 1 day workshop take place within the term dates. Contact the Program Head celiades1@bcit.ca for application and approval to register.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 46319
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 28 In Progress
- CRN 46319
- $391.48 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Amanda Middleton
Course outline
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course section is for students who require a course extension to complete their course from the previous term. Re-registration is a one-time option only.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 79482
Dates
Jan 06 - Mar 28 In Progress
- CRN 79482
- $650.12 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Annie Silveira
Course outline
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Department approval required for registration in to this CHALLENGE section. Contact Program Head for approval at celiades1@bcit.ca.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are two offerings of NSNE 7911 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 50705
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 27 Seats Available
- CRN 50705
- $1251.40 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Annie Silveira
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This clinical course provides the opportunity to engage in clinical learning that is tailored to the student’s individual needs. The 40 clinical hours and a one-day workshop will take place within the term dates. Current NRP and CPR is required. Current NRP and CPR is required. Students must be available for clinical placement at any time within the term dates. Contact the Program Assistant at sandra_mcivor@bcit.ca for the clinical application package. Please note: Clinical courses are non-refundable.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
CRN 62095
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 27 Seats Available
- CRN 62095
- $637.17 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 27 | N/A | N/A | Distance |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Annie Silveira
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Department approval required for registration in to this CHALLENGE section. Contact the Neonatal Program Head at asilveira3@bcit.ca.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.