Resources for undergraduate students

Appeals are available to students who wish to have term work grades or final grades reconsidered or reevaluated.

For further details, consult the related policy on the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences policies page.

Illness or other disruptive life circumstances can happen at any time, which can result in absences or incomplete coursework.

The university will consider a declaration in lieu of other documentation (such as a doctor’s note). Therefore, if you miss an assignment or are absent from the following:

• Clinical time
• Skills lab
• Term test

You must:

1. Notify your CEF and unit immediately for clinical absences
2. Complete and submit a declaration form within 24 hours of your absence. Ensure you have spelled your course leader’s email correctly. One copy will be kept on file and one copy will be sent to your course leader.

A completed declaration form is required for each day you are absent.

False statements regarding a declaration may result in disciplinary action, up to removal of a student from the program.

Class schedules are available through Aurora.

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All courses approved by the university senate are included in Aurora.

Students are assigned to a specific cohort and may only register within that timetable. Cohort assignments are final and cannot be changed.

Preference is given to full-time students; space for part-time students may be limited.

New students 

New students will receive an email from us prior to registration outlining what to expect. Registration information is sent after the non-academic admission requirement deadline:

• Fall admits: after July 15
• Winter admits: after November 15
• Summer admits: after March 15

Returning students 

Returning students will receive registration emails manually, one cohort/term at a time. Not all students will receive their information at the same time.

Waitlisted students 

Waitlisted students may receive their registration information after the registration period has begun, depending on space availability.

Students are responsible for:

Fulfilling both academic and non-academic course requirements.

Following the policies, regulations, and deadlines specified in the Academic Calendar. If you have questions, schedule a meeting with a student advisor.

Keeping your contact information current in Aurora Student, especially if you change your address. If you change your name, complete a Change of Name form at the Registrar’s Office and submit a copy to the College of Nursing.

Abiding by the requirements and regulations of your degree program as detailed in the Academic Calendar.

Ensuring the completion of all degree requirements.

Dress code for clinical area:

• Wear a navy blue uniform.
• Choose white, wipe-able, non-mesh shoes.
• Display the UM College of Nursing crest on the left sleeve of your uniform.
• Wear a name tag.
• Purchase crests and name tags from the UM Bookstore.

Under your uniform, you can wear navy blue or white sweaters or long-sleeved undershirts, available for purchase anywhere.

You have two clinical days per week, so ensure your uniform is clean at the start of each day. Consider buying a minimum of two tops and two pants.

For uniform fittings, contact the Nursing Students’ Association (NSA).

What if I’m considering withdrawing from a course?
If you are considering withdrawing from a course, please discuss this with a student advisor or the nursing registration consultant as this will significantly impact your program progression. Immediately inform the course leader when you withdraw. Please ensure you are familiar with the College of Nursing academic regulations regarding voluntary withdrawals.

When does a withdrawal go on my student history?
Withdrawing from a course during the Registration Revision period is not counted as a voluntary withdrawal. Only courses for which a ‘VW’ code appears on the Student History are considered voluntary withdrawals.

In the Bachelor of Nursing program, all practice-based learning courses require students to exhibit professional behavior consistently.

Professionalism involves demonstrating seriousness, maturity, punctuality, full engagement (mentally and physically), preparation, and adherence to safety and confidentiality principles.

Students are expected to actively participate in all learning opportunities.

Instances of unprofessional conduct will be reported to the Course Leader and Program Directors. Failure to improve may lead to the risk of failure in the course.

Approach nursing courses (theory, labs, simulation-based education, and clinical practice) with the same attitudes and standards of practice expected in a professional setting.

Any student displaying unprofessional behaviors toward peers, colleagues, faculty, clients, or the public may face disciplinary action according to the University of Manitoba Student Discipline By-Law.

Prepare for Learning Activities:

• Review assigned readings, reference materials, and self-study directions.
• Familiarize yourself with this material before attending classes, labs, simulations, and clinical practice.

Bring Required Materials:

• Learning Materials: Laptop, textbooks, handouts, instructional videos, etc.
• Personal Equipment: Stethoscope, skills lab kits, etc., as specified in course communications (e.g., syllabi, UM Learn).

Attend All Sessions:

• Classes, Labs, Simulations, and Clinical Shifts: Regular attendance is required.
• Excused Absences: Stay home when ill to prevent spreading illness and aid in recovery. Notify the course leader as soon as possible if you cannot attend.
• Consequences of Absence: Missing practice-based courses may affect your progression and could lead to debarment or failure if persistent.

Participate Actively:

• Engage in communication, collaboration, hands-on practice, critical thinking, and reflection.
• Learning activities are designed to help you practice and master both technical and non-technical skills.

Reflect on Learning:

• Develop problem-solving skills through reflective practice.
• Reflect on your values, beliefs, and behaviors to keep up with the rapidly evolving health sciences field.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences and the College of Nursing are committed to ensuring safe, respectful, and supportive working and learning environments in which all of the RFHS community are enabled and encouraged to excel.

Discrimination and harassment of and by students, faculty and staff are prohibited.

People and equipment must be treated with respect at all times.

Rudeness and incivility are unacceptable.

Please see the University’s Respectful Work and Learning Environment policy for detail.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Attire and Dress Code Guidelines:

Staff, faculty members and learners have the right to express themselves, including in decisions about attire, along with a shared responsibility to maintain respectful, safe and positive learning and working environments.

Attire should be respectful of a community that is anti-oppressive, equitable, accepting and inclusive of a diverse range of social and cultural identities.

Dress shall not promote offensive, harassing, hostile or intimidating environments.

Attire must be suitable for a professional environment.

Discretion and good judgment should be exercised in attire, taking into consideration:

• The safe performance of work or learning duties, so that dress does not interfere with health or safety requirements for the intended activity
• The specific work or learning environment, ensuring that attire is appropriate to the environment
• Interactions with clients, care team colleagues, learners, faculty members and staff
• The importance of reducing the risk of spreading pathogens from person-to-person

College of Nursing Uniform Requirements

Unless otherwise directed by the Course Leader or Facilitator to accommodate certain learning activities or site dress code policies, the following attire is required in the Skills and Simulation Labs and clinical areas:

• Navy blue uniform
• UM College of Nursing crest displayed on the left sleeve of the uniform
• Name tag

Crests and name tags are available through the UM Bookstore.

Under your uniform you may wear sweaters or long-sleeved under shirts. These must be navy blue or white and may be purchased anywhere you choose.

All uniforms should fit well and be professional, clean, neat, and in good condition and may not be inappropriately revealing.

White, wipe-able, non-mesh shoes are required for clinical areas.

Any flat, closed-toe shoe is acceptable in the Skills and Simulation Labs.

Do not wear your hospital shoes on campus.

Do not wear uniforms or work shoes in public places after your shift, such as, to the grocery store, to the gym or on the bus.

Please change at the site.

Wash your uniforms regularly.

General guidelines for presentation

• Introduce yourself using your full name and designation as a U of M nursing student
• Appearance must be neat and well-groomed, wear deodorant, shower daily.
• Please wear your U of M ID and mask fit-test ID at all times.
• Other ID (such as Shared Health or WRHA ID) may also be required in the clinical practice environment per site policy.
• Always have your stethoscope, a pad of paper, a pen, and a watch.
• Hair must be neatly styled in such a way as to not interfere with required activities.
• Long hair should be pulled back and secured.
• Jewellery should be appropriate for the situation, taking into account any related safety or infection control issues.
• Fingernails must be clean and trimmed.
• Artificial and gel nails are an infection prevention and control risk and are prohibited in clinical areas.
• False eyelashes are an infection prevention and control hazard and are not recommended in the clinical area.
• Scented products should not be worn in patient care areas or the College of Nursing.
• Many areas are designated Scent Free Environments, and anyone using heavily scented products will be asked to leave.
• Cell phones are not permitted for personal use in patient care areas.
• If you are observed using your cell phone in this manner, in a patient care area, you may be sent home.
• If you need to use your phone to take an important call or look something up, you must move to a private area such as a break room or office.