Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice, Clinical Leadership and Education

This program is designed for practicing registered nurses who have completed a master’s degree in nursing or a health-related field looking to advance their careers in one of three areas of concentration: clinical education, professional practice, or clinical leadership. Delivered over one year, the program includes online courses and a final term practicum featuring completion of a mentored, practice-based project. The practicum topic will be aligned with the participant’s area of interest and mentored by faculty and a dedicated nursinghealthcare subject expert. Through the combination of course work, practicum, and mentorship, learners gain the theoretical knowledge and leadership tools needed to navigate the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Applicants must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with no practice restrictions.Completion of a master’s degree in nursing or a field related to health care.Applicants must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with no practice restrictions. Completion of a master’s degree in nursing or a field related to health care. GPA of 78 percent (B+) or higher. Admission averages are based on the last two years of full-time study or the last 10 part-time credits. Out of province applicants may apply with other Canadian registration if the practicum can be arranged in their province of registration or as a remote placement. Completion of the equivalent of three years of full-time RN practice experience in the past five yearGPA of 78% (B+) or higher. Admission averages are based on the last two years of full-time study or the last 10 part-time credits.Out of province applicants may apply with other Canadian registration if the practicum can be arranged in their province of registration or as a remote placement.Completion of the equivalent of three years of full-time RN practice experience in the past five year