Psychiatric Nursing (Bachelor of Science)

About this programme

Winter 2027: This program is not currently accepting applications. Please contact the Program Support Specialist for Psychiatric Nursing for details Please apply once you have completed and/or registered in all of the required courses for admission to the program. Are you empathic, adaptable and looking for a career that makes a difference? Get started on your path to a rewarding career as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with the Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing program at Douglas College. As an RPN, you’ll work with a team of health-care professionals to assess patient needs, develop treatment plans and address the complex relationship between a patient’s mental, emotional and physical health in the context of their social, cultural and religious situation. Psychiatric nurses are currently in demand, and as a Douglas grad, your prospects will be particularly good: Douglas College has been the primary school for psychiatric nursing education in B.C. for over 30 years. Check out the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) website for requisite skills and abilities to become a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in B.C . You’ll get hands-on practical experience through clinically-focused practicums throughout the program, plus a full-time 15-week preceptorship experience at the end. Practicums take place in a variety of health-care settings to give you the best well-rounded training prior to graduation. Upon completion of your degree, you will be eligible to apply to the BCCNM. You will graduate fully prepared to write the Registered Psychiatric