BCIT School of Health Sciences
3700 Willingdon Avenue V5G 3H2 Burnaby, BC, Canada

Are you a BSN student in the last half of your program? BCIT's High Acuity Specialty Nursing Theory 1 course gives nursing students the foundation on which to develop their nursing practice to look after patients with increasing complexity; also known as high acuity patients. This nursing specialty has never been more relevant as patients on medical and surgical units are sicker today than a decade ago. BCIT has the only High Acuity Specialty Nursing program in Canada.... https://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/810mbsn

BCIT graduated 178 Nurses with their Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2020 and 930 Nurses came back to BCIT to complete a Specialty Nursing certificate. That's 178 new nurses working in our hospitals and communities. That's 930 nurses who are now trained to take care of specific patient populations that need us most. ... #nursingnow #nursingscholarship #yearofthenurse

A reminder of some of the great achievements we've seen this year from our #BCIT Nurses. Thank you for all you do and all you have done! #nursingnow #YearoftheNurse

One of the most timely accomplishments of our #BCIT Nurses this year was creating of the FEPA upskilling credential to help nurses gain the training they needed to meet the needs of increasing complex covid patients. #NursingNow #YearoftheNurse https://commons.bcit.ca/news/2020/05/fepa-covid19/

This year we were proud to have our Virtual Pulse Nursing simulation project featured and supported by the Digital Technology Supercluster. #YearoftheNurse #NursingNow https://commons.bcit.ca//digital-technology-supercluster-/

BCIT Nurses have accomplished a lot this year. We started out excited for 2020 as the WHO announced 2020 was the Year of the Nurse. Little did we know then how big of a spotlight would be on us and the whole health care team this year as we battled Covid. Follow us this week as we look at some of the great ways our BCIT Nurses showed up this year. #NursingNow #YearoftheNurse

Food Technologists play an integral role in making sure the food we purchase is safe and to the highest standards. Interested in learning more about this exciting field? Register now for our free online information session October 22nd by emailing [email protected] for more information. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jemeptBCjEM&t=1s

Our Nurses and others have done an amazing job of getting our courses and content online this year so students can get the information they need and the same experiential learning opportunities as they always have at #BCIT #YearoftheNurse #NursingNow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59JxMx1OpvM

This week we celebrate #MRTWeek2020 with our #RadiationTherapy program. Our Radiation Therapy grads treat patients at BC Cancer centres across the province. CAMRT-BC Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHxkEXS4tTA&t=1s

One of the ways we celebrated Nurses this year was when we acknowledged the hard work Associate Dean Cheryl Isaak and Specialty Nursing Faculty Nancy Hewer have contributed to BCIT and to the profession of Nursing over the years. Both Cheryl and Nancy won well deserved Employee Excellence Awards in 2020. #nursingnow #YearoftheNurse

Environmental Health Officers (Public Health Inspectors) work in almost every industry and field to ensure public health. Interested in learning more? Register now for our Oct 22nd online information session. https://www.bcit.ca//environmental-health-technology-info/... @ciphi_national

Nuclear medicine technologists use biological tracers combined with radioactive material to produce images that help diagnose and manage disease. As a specialized branch of non-invasive diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine stands out for its ability to detect subtle changes in the body’s function, allowing early detection of a wide range of disorders. Learn more about how to join this exciting profession by attending our virtual information session on October 19th. https://www.bcit.ca//nuclear-medicine-information-session/

Our Nuclear Medicine students were on campus this week learning how to perform quality control on a gamma camera. We're practicing social distancing and safe learning in our labs when students cannot learn hands on at home. #BCITHealth #NuclearMedicine #blendedlearning

Are you interested in Cardiac Sciences? The #BCIT #Cardiology program trains students to perform non-invasive diagnostic cardiology procedures, including electrocardiograms, ambulatory monitoring, and exercise stress testing, as well as prepare them to understand advanced concepts in cardiac devices and electrophysiology. Register for our upcoming virtual program information session at https://www.bcit.ca//cardiology-technology-information-s/

Our Medical Laboratory Science labs are set up to protect students that need to come to campus for lab work. With plastic sheeting to separate students, PPE, and social distancing, our students are able to successfully continue their learning.

There are 206 bones in the adult body. Learn how to x-ray them with our #BCIT Medical Radiography program and become a #MedRad tech (#xraytech). Register now for our virtual program information session on October 19th. https://www.bcit.ca//medical-radiography-information-sess/

Clinical genetics technologists investigate genetic diseases like Down syndrome and cancer. To investigate a career in Clinical Genetics, attend our information session on Oct 21st. #clinicalgenetics #BCITHealth ... @csmls See more

Medical Laboratory technologists perform over 1.2 million lab tests every day in Canada, including tests for Covid-19. Learn how you can be a part of this important team by attending our free online information session on October 22nd. @csmls... #medlab #bcithealth See more

Our #BCIT #Biotechnology and #FoodTech students were hard at work this past summer gaining practice experience in the BCIT research labs. #BCITHealth #appliedlearning https://commons.bcit.ca//bcit-research-lab-provides-pract/

Are you interested in a career in #Nursing? Our #BCIT Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is holding an online information session October 20th. There's always a need for nurses in BC - see yourself in a career that makes a difference. Register now at https://www.bcit.ca//bachelor-of-science-in-nursing-bsn-i/

Are you a health care professional looking for a career change? The Cardiac Sonography Advanced Diploma program is an intensive, condensed ultrasound program designed for working healthcare professionals who wish to re-train to become an ultrasound technologist. The program, which is 13 months in length, will fully prepare you for a successful career as a cardiac ultrasound technologist. Come learn with us today! https://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/712badvdip

Today, let’s congratulate and welcome the graduates of the BCIT Medical Radiography Program. Medical Radiography at BCIT is a continuous 24-month, full-time, diploma program. It is the largest of all MRT programs in BC, with a potential cohort of up to 64! Students complete their clinical education at locations across BC, including the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, Interior, and the Kootenays.

Since we can’t celebrate Global Healthcare Simulation Week with an in-person showcase of our simulation methods and technology, we’re hosting a series of short, virtual SIM Bits presentations. Learn about topics like Capturing and Streaming a Simulated Experience or Virtual Simulation. Email [email protected] for the complete schedule and to sign up for a session.

Today, let’s congratulate and welcome the graduates of the BCIT Nuclear Medicine Program. Nuclear Medicine at BCIT is a continuous 24-month, full-time, diploma program. Students complete their clinical education at locations across BC, including Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and Vancouver Island.

A big welcome to term start to all our new and returning #BCITHealth students! We're sorry we can't meet you all in person today but we're so excited to have you learning with us. It's different this year but we're as excited as ever! Let the learning begin and we look forward to meeting you all online :) https://youtu.be/e0_27YZZfI0

Big Info is the largest program expo and information session at BCIT. It’s your chance to find out about all our programs and learn which might be right for you. Join us online for the #healthsciences Big Info tomorrow evening. #BCITHealth... https://www.bcit.ca/about/visit/big-info/

"I am excited to begin my second year of the Occupational Health and Safety program at #BCIT this fall. The experience of being an OHS student during a pandemic has affirmed the desire to use my growing knowledge of health and safety to help create safe workplaces and protect workers from occupational hazards." Aimie Wong, BCIT OHS Student #bcithealth #occupationalhealthandsafety

With 32 programs in the School of Health Sciences, BCIT is home to one of the largest simulation labs in Western Canada. Join Michelle Kearns, Manager, Simulati...on and Experiential Learning, for a tour of the simulation labs and see how BCIT is delivering applied education in both virtual and in-person environments. See more

#BCIT Nursing alum Sarah Waters says it was the clinical hours, smaller class sizes, and applied aspects of the Nursing program that gave her an advantage in the workplace at UNC Health. Sarah is a celebrated nurse practitioner, having been named a 2018 recipient of The Great 100 Nurses in North Carolina award. This prestigious award recognizes registered nurses for outstanding professional abilities and commitment to improving health care in their communities. #BCITHealth #...BCITNursing https://commons.bcit.ca//a-heart-for-healthcare-excellenc/

BCIT's Occupational Health and Safety Diploma program is the most comprehensive training of its kind in Canada. Students learn the skills they need to start a great career in health and safety, in any industry and workplace. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBGP1bDm2lo&t=1s

While most of us haven't been on campus to see it, our #BCIT Health Sciences Centre building is coming along nicely. We can't wait to get into this new building to teach! Watch the timelapse taken over the past few months. #HealthSciences #simulation #BCITHealth

Know before you visit BCIT: wear a mask and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Effective immediately, BCIT strongly recommends that all staff, faculty, students, and visitors wear a non-medical mask in all indoor common areas across BCIT campuses. https://bit.ly/3f7tJlf

BCIT: British Columbia Institute of Technology is proud to recognize TB Vets Charitable Foundation for their generous gift in support of Critical Respiratory Ca...re for the BCIT School of Health Sciences. Their contribution has allowed for the acquisition of the Juno Patient Simulate Manikin with Wound Care Kit, which is instrumental in giving #BCIT students the hands-on skills they need to save lives while contributing to the delivery of healthcare in their communities. And as Vincent Van Gogh once said, To save a life is a real and beautiful thing. TB Vets Charitable Foundation has been an advocate for respiratory care in BC since 1946. We thank you for your kind donation, your commitment to making a difference for the next generation of students, and for your ongoing contributions to supporting health care for British Columbians. #BCITProud #itsgoodtogive #philanthropyfeelsgood

"BCIT’s Virtual Pulse project will receive $2.2 million from the Digital Technology Supercluster to support the project in protecting and preparing nurses across Canada through virtual COVID-19 training." #bcit #bcithealth #nurses #covid19 #nursingschool https://commons.bcit.ca//2020/08/virtual-pulse-covid19-pr/

There is a global effort focused on mitigating the impacts of climate change on agricultural crops, particularly the reduction in yield associated with hotter, drier climates. Researchers and students at BCIT are working on understanding how plants like corn and Setaria with C4-type photosynthesis are more drought tolerant than C3-type plants like rice and wheat. #BCIT #biotechnology #biotech #bcithealth https://commons.bcit.ca//identifying-genes-to-help-with-c/

#TBT to Convocation! This past February, the BCIT School of Health Sciences celebrated more than 150 graduates and featured keynote speaker Sarah Bell. Sarah is... not only the COO of BC Children's Hospital but she is also a #BCIT alumna. Life was pretty different back in February when Sarah told grads: "Providing exceptional healthcare is every bit an art as it is a science... Be kind to yourself and each other. Kindness has its roots in empathy." True now more than ever. #BCITProud #BCITAlumni #kindnessiskey See more

Happy Pride, Vancouver! Although this year's celebrations look a little different, people all over the Lower Mainland are still finding ways to show their pride and support the LGBTQ+ community. How are you celebrating Pride this year?

#MedicalLaboratoryScience alum Elaine Taylor making a difference in the lives of young patients at BC Children's Hospital.

Are you a registered nurse with a Nursing diploma? BCIT's Bachelor of Science in Specialty Nursing gives registered nurses (RNs) working in specialty areas the degree required for career advancement. This degree will give you the professional development needed to apply for teaching, leadership, and community health positions. BCIT has the only post-RN academic program in BC that combines advanced specialty nursing certificate education and academic Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) courses. Choose to complete the program in the order that works best for you. Graduate with both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and an advanced specialty nursing certificate. Learn more at https://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/specialtynursingbsn

"I graduated from BCIT with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and an Advanced Specialty in Emergency Nursing Certificate in November 2018. I thoroughly enjoyed the course content of the Emergency Specialty program finding not only that the courses are relevant to my practice, but I also received credit for the knowledge and experience I had gained over 20 years working as an Emergency Nurse. It was nice to have my practical experience acknowledged and counted toward the degre...e I earned. At this point in my career, having recently moved into a formal leadership position as a Professional Practice Specialist for the Emergency Department, I found the courses on Management Skills and Applications, Creative Leadership and Professional Growth very helpful in understanding how to develop my own style of leadership. I gained important knowledge in how to review and interpret research studies and the quality of research results through the Systematic Inquiry course. This is especially important to adopting and embedding best practices in my current workplace. The support I received from the Instructors in this program was excellent; despite learning online through the distance education program, I felt connected to my classmates and teachers. I would highly recommend the Specialty Degree Program to anyone interested in furthering their nursing career." Heather Leonard, RN BScN https://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/specialtynursingbsn

You know what they say...readers are leaders! Announcing BCIT Alumni Association's Book Club, an online community where BCIT alumni can enjoy books from a range... of genres, connect with other alum and share their perspectives. It is completely free to sign upyou just need to get a copy of the book to enjoy. Sign up by July 23: https://bit.ly/3dyR8vd #bcitalumni BCIT: British Columbia Institute of Technology BCIT School of Construction and the Environment BCIT Business + Media BCIT School of Health Sciences BCIT School of Energy