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The National Native Access Program to Nursing (NNAPN), now the Nursing Access Program to Nursing (NAPN), supports aboriginal students in nursing programs. It provides recruitment, academic, and personal support to enhance student success and retention.

Area of Science:

  • Indigenous Health
  • Nursing Education
  • Higher Education Access

Background:

  • Established in 1984, the National Native Access Program to Nursing (NNAPN) aimed to increase aboriginal participation in nursing.
  • The program initially involved multiple universities and Health Canada funding.
  • Restructured in 1997 to a provincial scope, it became the Nursing Access Program to Nursing (NAPN).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the evolution and current functions of the Nursing Access Program to Nursing (NAPN).
  • To highlight NAPN's role in supporting aboriginal nursing students at the University of Saskatchewan.
  • To emphasize the program's commitment to student success and retention.

Main Methods:

  • Programmatic description of services offered.

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  • Focus on recruitment, academic support, personal advocacy, and community partnerships.
  • Tracking of aboriginal student enrollment and engagement.

    • Main Results:

    • Over 200 self-identified aboriginal students are currently enrolled in the University of Saskatchewan's Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan (NEPS).
    • NAPN provides comprehensive support including academic assistance, personal issue advocacy, and funding navigation.
    • The program actively engages in recruitment and fosters community among students and with external stakeholders.

    Conclusions:

    • The Nursing Access Program to Nursing (NAPN) is crucial for the recruitment, support, and retention of aboriginal nursing students.
    • Comprehensive support services are vital for aboriginal students' success in higher education nursing programs.
    • Community partnerships and student engagement are key components of NAPN's successful model.