The Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse Practitioner Program is a practice-oriented, theory-based degree that prepares graduates to be autonomous practitioners, leaders, role models, and educators in primary health care. The focus of the Nurse Practitioner Program is on rural primary care practice that encompasses care for individuals, families, groups, and communities across all life stages. Nurse Practitioners are health professionals who have achieved advanced nursing practice competencies at the graduate level of nursing education. Nurse Practitioners, who are regulated by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives, provide health care services from a holistic nursing perspective, integrated with the autonomous diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness, including ordering diagnostic tests and prescribing medications.

The Master of Science in Nursing Program (Thesis or Project) leads to an advanced nursing practice degree that focuses on preparing graduates across a range of areas and specialties to act as autonomous practitioners. In addition, this program aims to prepare graduates as interprofessional collaborators, nurse researchers, leaders, educators, change agents, and role models. Graduates of this program work in a variety of health care settings as clinical nurse specialists, educators, administrators, and researchers, and work with diverse populations across all age groups.

To submit your application online, you will need:

• Unofficial copies of transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended (unofficial transcripts). Transcripts should be submitted in the original language they were produced in, accompanied by English translations (if required). International applicants are required to upload proof of degree as well. For more information see requirements for including transcripts with your application.
• In general, applicants to a Master’s degree program must hold a four-year baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Domestic applicants are normally required to have a minimum overall average of 3.00 (B) for third- and fourth-year courses.
• A statement of academic interest (programs may have specific requirements for the statement of interest, please review the program specific admission requirements below for specific program requirements).
• Name and contact information for your references (an institutional email address is required). References should be submitted no later than 2 weeks after the published deadline for your program. Please review our guide to tracking your application to monitor receipt of your references.
• All applicants must have a minimum of three years of work experience in a managerial or professional position with a minimum of three years direct management experience. This experience must be clearly articulated in your application and should include supervisory and operational decision making responsibilities (excluding any training period). These responsibilities must be at a medium level of people and informational complexity or higher, e.g; analyzing budget data, coordination the activities of subordinates. 
• You are required to upload a completed supplemental application form in your online application.

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Pearson Test of English (Academic)

• Letter(s) of Reference
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research Interests

Additional Requirements

• Two Assessment Reports on Applicant for Admission to Graduate Studies. Letters of reference may accompany the Assessment Reports. At least one of the assessments/letters must be from a health professional from the prospective student’s most recent practice setting;
• An academic transcript showing undergraduate courses in nursing theory, health assessment, community health nursing, and research;
• Nursing practice résumé or curriculum vitae;
• Successful completion of the San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training within the previous two years prior to the semester of admission to the MScN (NP) Program;
• Evidence of at least two years' full-time practice experience, or equivalent, following completion of the Baccalaureate Nursing degree;
• Evidence of active registration as a nurse in British Columbia. Note that annual documentation of current, practicing BCCNM licensure is required while enrolled in the program.

Criminal Records Search

All students in the Master of Science in Nursing program are required to submit a Criminal Record Check search prior to the commencement of their first clinical courses.

Immunizations

All students undertaking clinical learning experiences must submit records of current status of the following immunizations prior to commencement of clinical courses: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, COVID-19 , and any other immunization that may become required for practice by order of the Provincial Health Officer. A Mantoux test (PPD) for tuberculosis is also recommended within one month of entering the clinical setting. Failure to have up-to-date immunizations may result in the student not being permitted to practice in a clinical setting.

CPR Certification

All students undertaking clinical learning experiences must provide proof of current CPR certification, level C, prior to commencement of the clinical courses.

British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives Requisite Skills and Abilities

All students who apply to the UNBC MScN (NP) and MScN Programs must demonstrate the capacity to meet British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) Requisite Skills and Abilities, and sign the BCCNM form attesting to that capacity.

Standards of Professional Conduct

In addition to fulfilling all University and Program expectations, all students are expected to abide by professional standards as set forth in the current BCCNM Professional Standards for Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners and the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Code for Ethics for Registered Nurses. Violation of professional standards may result in suspension or dismissal from the program or the educational institution.