Overview
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Foundations microcredential provides the foundations for nurses passionate about providing person-centered sexual health care in the areas of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and contraceptive care. Each of the two courses reviews the diversity of human sexuality, models of care, and clinical approaches to STIs and contraceptive care, while examining values and attitudes.
About the program
Learners will be evaluated using the following tools:
- reflective journalling
- reflective discussion
- quizzes
- final exam
For registered nurses (RNs) looking to achieve reproductive-health-certified practice, these courses—with an STI placement within six months—are required by BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) in order to achieve certified practice. For RNs completing for STI-certified practice, entrance to NSPN 7735 and NSPN 7736 will only be approved with an organized practicum.
For more information on certified practice courses, including the STI practicum course (NSPN 7736) or other reproductive health courses at BCIT, please visit the BCIT Perinatal Specialty page.
Who it’s for
This program is intended for:
- Registered Nurses
- Registered Midwives
- Registered Psychiatric Nurses, with approval
- Nursing students in their final year of their program
Entrance Requirements
Application processing
Ongoing throughout the year.
International applicants
This program is available to international applicants who will complete the program from outside Canada or who currently have a valid status in Canada other than study permit.
Study permit: International applicants accepted into this program are not eligible for a study permit.
Apply to program
Formal application to the microcredential is not required. Upon successful completion of the courses, email the program contact with your full name, student number, and mailing address to be issued a microcredential.
Scheduled Intakes
Ongoing Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) intakes: January, April, and September.
Costs & Supplies
Tuition fees
Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) tuition is charged on a course-by-course basis. Please see the Flexible Learning Tuition & Fees page for more information on domestic and international tuitions.
Courses
Program matrix
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| Required Courses: | Credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| NSPN 7720 | Contraceptive Management in Reproductive Health for BCCNM Certification | 2.0 | |
| NSPN 7735 | Sexually Transmitted Infections Management Modified | 2.0 | |
| Total Credits: | 4.0 | ||
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Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.
Program Details
Program length
This part-time microcredential can be completed in as little as 10 weeks if the courses are taken concurrently. If the courses are taken separately, it will take 16 weeks to complete.
Grading
All learners must achieve a minimum 75% passing grade, including a 75% on the final exam.
Program delivery
Online: This program is delivered fully online.
Program location
Graduating & Jobs
Professional associations
- British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
- Certified practice in Reproductive Health (CM or STI)
Faculty, Advisors & Staff
Faculty
Nicole Pasquino
Faculty Lead for Sexual Health
Tel: 604-451-7006
Email: npasquino@bcit.ca
Anna Paraninfi
Faculty and STI Clinical Coordinator
Tel: 604-451-7098
Email: apawlak@bcit.ca
Contact Us
Nicole Pasquino
Faculty Lead for Sexual Health
Tel: 604-451-7006
Email: npasquino@bcit.ca
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