Just wanted to get something started as I will be applying for this intake. Let's get this thread going. Fill me in on who you are and why you are applying bcit's nursing program.
I was told that BCIT is the most recognized institution of all nursing schools in BC. There clinical hours which I like and it's a 3 year program. It is also the most competitive, therefore the brightest, smartest, and well rounded individuals will be there. I want to be associated with a competitive environment, makes me work harder and we can learn from each other.
I am currently at kwantlen completing my pre reqs. I have completed my 1st year english and 1st year psych. I will be taking libs 7001 and 7002, 200 level psych course and 2 other bio courses.
I've looked on the BC transfer guide and it doesn't seem like LIBS 7001/7002 have an equivalent. I do know that you need an additional 6.0 or so credits to complete the program and there are many classes at other schools that go towards those.
Also just wondering, has anyone heard anything from BCIT yet? My online application has been "pending department review" for what feels like forever!!
I haven't applied for September but I am planning to apply for the January
I was wondering how many credits did you have when you applied and what was your GPA if you don't mind me asking? Did you complete Libs 7001/7002 and the other prereqs?
I got a bunch of PDF files (reference letter forms) from them yesterday. I'm not sure if you applied to the Aug2012 intake since you are asking your question on a Jan2013 thread.
How competitive is it to apply to BCIT's nursing program? I'm also thinking of applying, but I just realized that I will need 30 credits of post secondary education,aside from my previous nursing education. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
How competitive is it to apply to BCIT's nursing program? I'm also thinking of applying, but I just realized that I will need 30 credits of post secondary education,aside from my previous nursing education. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Extremely competitive. All nursing schools are. The website states that you need 30 credits, but due to the number of applications, the minimum is at least 60+.
Extremely competitive. All nursing schools are. The website states that you need 30 credits, but due to the number of applications, the minimum is at least 60+.
Thank you for your replay jasn,
If that's the case w/ post-secondary credits, which courses can I take prior to applying for the nursing program at BCIT?I was looking at their FAQ and it shows which courses I can take prior to applying, but unfortunately, it works out to a total of 21 credits. What else could I take to augment those credits?
I applied with about 40 credits from UBC and i'll have about 58 by April i don't know when the cut off is. My GPA is about 73% but with this last semester i'm hoping it rises. I applied with 6 psychology credits, 3 sociology credits and I have the classes to complete the 6 additional LIB credits but i've never taken LIBS 7001/7002.
Hey dmak26,
I got shortlisted the day after I posted here last for the August intake!
Hey Jadebl,
Yes i did :) i listed what credits I had above ^. The majority of them are from arts though so i'm hoping that isn't too much of a disadvantage. On my resume portion I listed my employee history which is just one job that i've been at since 2008 and then volunteer history like camp counsellor, high school bball coach, tutor, mentor etc.
How many references is everyone sending in? And is everyone sending in the optional cover letter?
Good to hear you also got short listed. I think I'm going to go with the minimum 2 references and the optional cover letter. I feel any more then 2 will seem redundant. If they wanted more they would have made a minimum 3 reference requirement, I think 2+ is for the keeners.
I find it strange that on these forums only 3 people (inc. me) have said they got short listed. Two of my friends have yet to get any response at all and it seems others on this forum have had the same problem. I wonder what's the hold up. The longer they wait the less time the others will have to get their references ready.
I didn't know there was this post too! I wanted to go back and touch on the original question of why BCIT. I am currently applying for the Aug 2012 intake, and it is my third attempt. I was offered a seat at Douglas College for Jan of this year, but turned them down due to the commute (coming off a graveyard shift I wouldn't make the first class for sure). I am taking Libs courses at BCIT and find the atmosphere challenging, and I like the variety of students as well. As someone mentioned every school would like to say that they have the best students, but a great student/ nurse comes down to a person's curiosity, personality and drive. That being said I also work at B.C. Women's hospital and some of the nurses who I highly respect are BCIT graduates, and there are some fabulous senior nurses who also teach the clinical aspect for BCIT at B.C. Women's. The competitive nature of the BCIT system is frustrating at times, but I feel it is a good way to find out how resolved people are in their choices.
For Sourpickle93 (great name by the way!) I am not in the program yet, but I am taking Health Management 7180 in this winter semester. As long as you have at least 2 years experience in some kind of health care facility, and have permission from the instructor you are allowed to take it before getting into nursing. Cheers
I think I will also be taking HMGT this fall sometime to get it done and over with, thanks for your input. BCIT is competitive to get into but I'm sure it'll be worth it! I have also heard that douglas has changed their admissions requirements for nursing and it's somewhat similar to BCIT's...
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Hey!
I've looked on the BC transfer guide and it doesn't seem like LIBS 7001/7002 have an equivalent. I do know that you need an additional 6.0 or so credits to complete the program and there are many classes at other schools that go towards those.
Also just wondering, has anyone heard anything from BCIT yet? My online application has been "pending department review" for what feels like forever!!