College of Nursing receives program approval

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Nursing is proud to share the exciting news that our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has received the highest level of approval possible (seven-year approval rating) from the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS).

The CRNS Nursing Education Program Approval Committee oversees the approval for entry-level nursing programs in Saskatchewan.

Program approval promotes the safe practice of nurses by ensuring programs align with entry-to-practice competencies and supports continuous evaluation and improvement of nursing education programs in Saskatchewan. Regulatory approval also ensures BSN graduates meet the criteria to write the national licensing exam and to proceed to registration as registered nurses.

The entry-to-practice competencies are inclusive of the need for the nursing profession to collaborate with all Indigenous peoples, healers, and Elders to address the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

The review process with the CRNS Nursing Education Program Approval Committee is comprehensive and requires great attention to detail. It includes the submission of many documents, as well as a three-day site visit by assessors to the College of Nursing.

“I wish to express my gratitude to associate dean academic Dr. Mary Ellen Labrecque (PhD) for her leadership and her team’s dedication throughout the review process,” said College of Nursing dean Dr. Solina Richer (DCur). “Their tireless efforts played a pivotal role in ensuring our success, alongside support from our faculty and staff.”