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Professional Communication 1 (NURS 1001)

This course provides learners with the foundational knowledge for caring and professional communication in nursing. It uses an experiential and self-reflective approach to develop self-awareness and interpersonal communication skills in the context of safe, competent and collaborative nursing practice. Communication theory, the nurse-client relationship, therapeutic communication, cross-cultural communication, and effective teamwork.

Course code: NURS 1001

Credits: 1.0

Length: 35.0 hours

Course outline: https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=NURS&number=1001

Prerequisites

Admission to the Practical Nurse Program

Corequisites

NURS 1002 - Professional Practice 1; NURS 1003 - Health Promotion 1; NURS 1004 - Variations in
Health 1; NURS 1005 - Pharmacology 1; NURS 1006 - Integrated Nursing Practice 1

Schedule †

NURS 1001 schedule for programs:

PNUD

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.

CRN #	Dates	Day/Time/Location	Instructor
44651	January 6, 2021 to March 17, 2021	See full schedule	Savage, Chelsea

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* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.