Cardiac Care on the Web is for Registered Nurses interested in Cardiac Care. This is an opportunity for Registered Nurses and third year nursing students to achieve specialty training, and prepare for accreditation opportunities. This experience facilitates independent learning. There are 12 one credit courses available within this program, after completing six one credit courses, you can apply for a Statement of Professional Learning.
By the end of this Micro-Credential participants will be able to:
- Relate philosophical approaches to the nursing process;
- Summarize developmental trands and health promotion opportunities relevant to the cardiac client;
- Identify the major cardiac vessels and the circulatory mechanisms associated with the cardiac system;
- Examine cardiac pressure systems for application to cardiac monitoring;
- Apply relevant research literature to the use of cardiovascular medications in the management of common cardiovascular problems;
- Discuss the nurse's role and responsibilities in the management of drug therapy;
- Identify the clinical presentations of heart failure;
- Explore complications associated with chronic heart failure;
- Interpret 12 lead ECG.
Additional Information:
- Delivery Method: Online - For Credit Program
- Approximate Course Hours: 72 hours for a Statement of Professional Learning in Cardiac Care
Earn a Micro-Credential:
There are 12 one credit courses available within this program, after completing six one credit courses, you can apply for a Statement of Professional Learning. You can learn more about our micro-credentials and micro-courses on our website.
Who Should Attend:
This micro-credential requires that you are a:
- Registered Nurse
- Third or Fourth Year Nursing Student
- Recent Graduate of Nursing
Course Fees:
- Each course in the program is one credit (Click here to see tuition rates)
Registration
Upcoming Sessions:
We are running these courses as a part of our Accelerated Critical Care Specialty Program please visit that webpage to see the upcoming schedule. Alternatively, send us an email at continuinglearning@laurentian.ca and we would provide any information you need.
Micro-Credential Offerings:
This course outlines Laurentian University's philosophy of nursing as it pertains to cardiac nursing. cr 1.
- Course code: NURS-2308EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
This course addresses important health assessment and interview techniques for the cardiac client. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1.
- Course code: NURS-2318EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Epidemiological concepts related to cardiac care are the focus of this course. Emerging trends and current geographic patterns are examined. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2338EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
A study of the various cardiovascular diagnostic tools available to health practitioners. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2348EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Focuses on the role of pharmacology in promoting and maintaining wellness for cardiovascular clients. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2358EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Focuses on understanding haemodynamics and the care of the client requiring haemodynamic monitoring. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2368EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Utilizes a case study approach to facilitate understanding of the nursing care involved in caring for clients suffering from various degrees of heart disease. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2378EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Focuses on care of clients with a variety of arrhythmia, utilizing a case study approach. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2388EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Focuses on health promotion and interventions as they facilitate cardiac health. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2398EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
Focuses on the complex care of the client with chronic cardiac health problems. PREREQ: NURS 2308. cr 1
- Course code: NURS-2408EL
- Department: Nursing & Allied Health Prof
- Credits: 1.00
- Course Type: UG
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Centre for Continuing Learning
To learn more about how our online courses work you can visit our webpage by clicking the button below:
- Complete all necessary modules online!
- Learn and complete this course at your own pace!
- Earn a certificate of completion from Laurentian University!
- Enhance and earn additional career qualifications!
- These courses are created by faculty members and national research experts, undergo rigorous peer review processes, and hold the same learning outcomes as on-campus courses.
Registration and Questions!
Email us today at continuinglearning@laurentian.ca or by clicking the button below.
We will walk you through the registration process and/or answer any questions you may have!