International Placements Information Session November 21, 2011 Delivered by: Linda Cooper, RN, BScN, MS, PhD Associate Director, Collaborative Degree Program Gina Marasco, RN, BScN, MSN Manager, Central Placement Office Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Agenda Welcome Background – Introduction (GLOBE Committee, History, Goals, Terms of Reference) – Academic Criteria Process – Preparation – Planning stages – Documents and useful resources – Website links Q&A

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Introduction GLOBE Committee – Global Learning Opportunities and Broadening Experiences History: – Enhancing Student Engagement and Success – Health: A Global Perspective Goals, Terms of Reference: – To develop and enhance curriculum opportunities for students in the areas of global health and rural nursing in relationship to the University, Faculty of Community Services, and School of Nursing academic plans

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Academic Criteria Must have at least an A- average Must be in clear standing throughout their entire academic career Must be in phase with courses, no decisions of academic or non-academic misconduct or in process to investigate for same Must have history of compliance with schools code of professional behaviour, letter of reference from NCL 700/NSE417 teacher Must have agreement with Course Lead and Associate Director

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Preparation Begin process early by asking yourself questions such as: – Am I a suitable candidate to do an international placement? – Can I afford to go – how will I finance my experience? – How will this be of help to me in achieving my future career goals in the field?

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Planning Stages Checklist planning (download from CPO website) – Stage One (nine to twelve months before departure) – e.g. locating potential international placement and preceptor, discussing plans with FA/coordinator, travel risk form – Stage Two (eight to three months before departure) – e.g. immunizations, financial planning, visas, meeting Ryerson International – Stage Three (must be completed at least one week before departure) – waiver, WEPA, orientation details for site

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Useful Documents and Resources Letter of introduction and letter confirming student status (official communication from Ryerson to placement site) Interview questions (questions used to assess your suitability for international placement) Document checklist (similar to the planning checklist) Journal/Blog recommendations

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Important websites Central Placement Office International Placement Info: Ryerson International:

Ryerson, Centennial, George Brown Collaborative Nursing Degree Program Q&A