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Compressed Time Frame Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing program designed so you can obtain your BScN sooner.
Compressed Time Frame Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing program designed so you can obtain your BScN sooner.
Compressed Time Frame Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing program designed so you can obtain your BScN sooner.
About Our Program
The Compressed Time Frame (CTF) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) is an accelerated program designed for RPNs or students with previous post-secondary education who are pursuing a career as Registered Nurses (RN). Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
The program takes place over 19 or 22 months across five consecutive terms, combining both in-person and online courses. Depending on the stream of the program, you will begin in either September or May.
As a student, you’ll build skills and confidence through hands-on learning in state-of-the-art simulation suites, clinical labs, and with simulated patients. You’ll also gain valuable real-world experience through clinical placements, working shifts at practice sites under the guidance of expert preceptors.
- Program Name: Compressed Time Frame Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
- Faculty: Health Sciences
- Program Contact: jessica.patterson@uwo.ca
- Application Deadline: View All Key Dates →
Why Students Choose Western Nursing
Accelerate Your Path to Becoming an RN
Designed for RPNs, or students with prior post-secondary education, the CTF program fast-tracks your BScN in 19 or 22 months, equipping you with the education needed to write the Registered Nurses licensing exam. With distinct entry streams, the program builds on your existing education and experience.
Integrated Learning with Clinical Experience
Engage in a mix of classroom instruction and real-world clinical placements across diverse healthcare settings including the emergency department, labour and delivery, primary care and more. This integrated approach helps you develop the skills, judgment, and confidence needed for professional nursing practice.
1:1 Preceptor Model
Learn side-by-side with expert nurses in real healthcare environments through Western's 1:1 preceptor model. This approach builds meaningful connections between you and your mentor while offering the hands-on experience that truly prepares you for practice.
One Program, Three Streams
Regular CTF Stream
A 19-month stream for students who have completed at least 2 years of university education.
The Regular CTF Stream prepares students with previous university experience for careers as Registered Nurses (RN) and qualifies graduates to apply for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- 5 consecutive terms
- Commences in September
- Program eligible for the Ontario government’s Learn & Stay Grant (pending renewal of the grant program)
RPN Stream A
A 19-month stream for RPNs who completed a PN program within Ontario and have also completed at least 1 year of university education.
RPN Stream A prepares graduates for careers as Registered Nurses (RN) and qualifies them to apply for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- 5 consecutive terms
- Commences in September
- Funding up to $10,000 per year available through the Bridging Educational Grant in Nursing
- Program eligible for the Ontario government’s Learn & Stay Grant (pending renewal of the grant program)
RPN Stream B
Full-Time Study
All students in any stream of the Compressed Time Frame program are expected to maintain a full-time program of study. In exceptional circumstances and only with special permission (special permissions may be issued by the academic advisor on behalf of the Dean), a student may make modifications to this course load.
Progression Requirements
All students in the BScN Program must:
- Successfully complete all courses for each level of the program before proceeding to the next level’s lab, sim, or clinical courses and corresponding theory course(s).
- Complete the program within four academic years calculated from the initial date of registration in the School of Nursing.
- Meet the progression requirements and maintain a satisfactory level.
- Submit documentation for all medical and non-medical pre-placement requirements.
Practice Placements
Practice placements are an integral component of experiential learning within the curriculum of the Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs.
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In Their Words
Tori Nariane, Regular CTF Stream
Being surrounded by like-minded individuals who share the same passion for health care has been an amazing experience. The hands-on learning, especially the lab simulations, has been one of my favourite parts because I’m a hands-on learner.
Janet Lee, RPN Stream
It really renewed my love of nursing. It was such a breath of fresh air.
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