All applicants admitted to the Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) program at Cape Breton University (CBU), including those studying at the Acadia University campus must meet and maintain the following health, safety, and program compliance requirements throughout their program progression:

Vaccination/Immunization Requirements

Immunizations and vaccinations protect patients and students. The immunizations and testing are required and are a condition of the applicant’s acceptance into the program. Students must start the immunization process as soon as they are offered admission to the program and must complete the process prior to entering the program in September. Proof of immunity must be in writing and signed by either a nurse or a physician.

Immunizations required (and subject to change) include:

Diphtheria-Tetanus & Pertussis

Mumps

Varicella

Hepatitis B

Polio

Measles (Rubeola)

2-step Mantoux Test (TB)

Influenza Vaccine (Highly Recommended)

Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search Check

All applicants admitted to the Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) program are required to submit a current (within 6 months of the September admission date) Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search Check, a Child Abuse Registry Form is also required.

CPR

All applicants admitted to the Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) program at Cape Breton University (CBU), including those admitted to the Acadia University campus, must maintain up-to-date certification in Health Care Provider CPR (Level HCP). This certification can be obtained from St. John Ambulance and Red Cross. Students must recertify every 1 to 2 years, depending on the certification guideline, until graduation. Proof of certification/recertification is to be submitted to the Department of Nursing.

First Aid

Students must be certified for Standard First Aid on admission to the program. The certification can be obtained from St. John Ambulance, Red Cross, or Cape Breton University Student Affairs. Proof of certification is to be submitted to the Department of Nursing.

Additional Costs of the Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN)

The following are additional costs associated with this program. These include, but may not be limited to, the following:

CPR certification and recertification

Immunizations

Purchase of uniforms, shoes, and equipment

Criminal Reference Record/Vulnerability Sector Search

Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention

CBU Nursing Students’ Society

National licensure online preparatory examinations and learning tools

Digital Book Package and Resources

Book Package & Online Resources (Term 3 to 8)

Please be advised that Term 3 to 8 require a MANDATORY book package, this is for ALL STUDENTS to purchase in preparation for their respective Term 3, as not only are the books used throughout your program, but also the additional online resources that are provided. The book package also incorporates Sherpath which is an online platform built into your books which your course professors/instructors can incorporate assigned testing and assignments.

The current fee for Fall 2025 is ~$1,867.02 (exact cost on the flyer) plus your Research text which is a separate resource required in Term 5. **This cost is subject to change.