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Perinatal Nursing Specialty (Standard Option & Perinatal – Perioperative Option))
The BCIT Perinatal Specialty Nursing program is the benchmark for perinatal nursing practice in BC. Our comprehensive program combines in-depth theory with hands-on clinical courses that are designed to give you the expertise you need to practice in perinatal nursing.
Perinatal registered nurses work in partnership with childbearing women and their families, providing education and support that empower their patients with the skills to care for their families. In a dynamic and, at times, unpredictable work environment, perinatal nursing requires technical expertise, sensitivity, and excellent communication skills to effectively support the women they care for.
About the program
- Part-time, advanced certificate program that takes an average of 2 years to complete
- Distance and online learning gives you flexibility to work while you study
- 2 clinical experiences that may be completed in your community
Who it’s for
This program is for individuals who:- Are practicing, registered nurses (RNs) wanting an advanced perinatal nursing certification, or to complete their specialty Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in perinatal nursing
- Are undergraduate nursing students currently completing an accredited BSN program
- Enjoy working directly with childbearing women, newborns, and their families
- Thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
Your work experience matters
At BCIT, we value your work experience. If you’ve been working as a perinatal nurse, take advantage of our Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR) process and fast track your advanced certificate education.
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* All student funding, whether made available privately or through various government branches, is only approved to those who qualify, by the original source of funding.
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