Professional Practice 1

This theory course provides an introduction to the profession of Practical Nursing and the B.C. legislation that informs the practice. The course explores the history of nursing, with a focus on the evolution of practical nursing within the Canadian health care system. Learners are introduced to the concepts of cultural safety, cultural humility, diversity, and anti-racism—with a focus on Indigenous-specific anti-racism. Standards and foundational concepts in nursing are also examined, including ethical practice, self-reflection, self-care, interprofessional practice, and leadership.