This course provides students with the opportunity to utilize nursing knowledge, skills and abilities required to promote population health. The practicum engages students to collaborate with families, groups, communities and/or populations and inter-sectoral partners to build capacity to prevent health issues and to promote health equity with a key focus on addressing the social, political, and economic conditions that impact health. Students learn how to apply principles and evidence in public health, population health promotion, and primary health care in various settings.
Prerequisites
NURS 3252, NURS 3263, NURS 3264, NURS 3370.
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What you will learn
- Placement dependent
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42407 |
February 23, 2026 to June 12, 2026 |
Lecture Practicum |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.