Advanced Practice Nursing I

This course provides learners with a broader understanding of advanced practice nursing (APN) within historical, current and future contexts of health care. Philosophical and critical perspectives are used as a foundation for a theoretical framework of APN. Relevant past and current issues integral in shaping role development of APN in Canada and internationally are explored. Competencies of APN are discussed, in comparison to the entry level nursing competency requirements. (Sem 3) cr 3.