Course Overview
Modified from NSNN 7400, for nurses enrolled in a Compressed Time Frame program. Nephrology Nursing Certificate requires completion of NSNN 7410 Part A as well.
Prerequisite(s)
- 75% in NSNN 7410
Credits
1.5
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$167.99 - $503.49 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
As a healthcare 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 principles of peritoneal dialysis and the underlying physiological impacts.
- Identify psychological and social impacts of dialysis as it varies over the life span and with individuals.
- Explain the efficacy of dialysis using clinical data.
- Interpret clinical data to recognize complications of dialysis.
- Apply knowledge of dialysis to develop care plans for renal patients.
- Create a personal action plan together with a renal patient, using the principles of adult education and self-care management.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2023
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are two offerings of NSNN 7420 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 27403
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 26 Loading
- CRN 27403
- $493.33 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 26 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Tony Chacon
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is a NET Online Learning section. Students need to contact the Bookstore in order to obtain course materials.This course is delivered in an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn/ to access your course.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 61947
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 26 Loading
- CRN 61947
- $258.41 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 26 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Tony Chacon
Course outline
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is a CHALLENGE section for NSNN 7420. Please contact the Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval to register. This course is delivered in an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn/ to access your course.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Fall 2026
Below are three offerings of NSNN 7420 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 31967
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 31967
- $503.49 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Department approval is required prior to registration. Contact Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval. Course delivery is an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn to access your course.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 39175
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 39175
- $167.99 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This re-registration 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. Please contact the Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval to register.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 40031
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 40031
- $263.87 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is a CHALLENGE section for NSNN 7420. Please contact the Program Head at 604-451-7104 for approval to register. This course is delivered in an online format. On the first day of class, log in to www.bcit.ca/learn/ to access your course.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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