- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
In this online course, learners explore how research informs evidence-based nursing practice. Foundational research concepts and processes in quantitative and qualitative paradigms are examined. Learners critique primary research reports of interest, both individually and in groups, and address research utilization in practice.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$293.28 - $925.57 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below are two offerings of NSSC 8000 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 25862
Duration
Tue Apr 02 - Fri Jun 21 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 25862
- Domestic fees $925.57International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 02 - Jun 21 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Janet Morrison
Course outline
Domestic fees
$925.57
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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Course delivery in online format. Students will need to contact the BCIT Bookstore to order course text.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 25864
Duration
Tue Apr 02 - Fri Jun 21 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 25864
- Domestic fees $293.28International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 02 - Jun 21 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Janet Morrison
Course outline
Domestic fees
$293.28
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Departmental approval needed
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
-
This course section is for students who require an extension to complete NSSC 8000 from the previous term. Re-registration is a one-time option only.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Learning Outcomes
As a healthcare practitioner, you are expected to follow professional standards of practice throughout all SN programs and courses. In this course, you will have opportunities to use the processes of critical thinking, systematic inquiry, communication, collaboration, leadership, professionalism, and clinical decision-making. Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Discuss the role of research in nursing practice.
- Describe professional standards of research in nursing.
- Differentiate between the philosophical stances of quantitative and qualitative research paradigms.
- Analyze the ethical and legal implications of research studies.
- Systematically analyze the major components of a primary research report — title, abstract, introduction, method, results, discussion, limitations, and recommendations.
- Collaborate and communicate in a group to systematically critique primary research reports.
- Demonstrate critical, reflective thinking throughout course assignments.
- Synthesize course learning through discussion groups and reflective activities.
- Examine possibilities for utilization of research in practice.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2023
Related Programs
Systematic Inquiry (NSSC 8000) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
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- Bachelor of Health Science (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Option)
Bachelor of Health Science Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Critical Care - Combined Critical Care/Emergency Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Critical Care - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Emergency - Combined Emergency/Critical Care Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Emergency - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (High Acuity)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Neonatal)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Nephrology)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Pediatric - Critical Care Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Pediatric - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Perinatal - Perioperative Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Perinatal - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Perioperative)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
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