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Summary
Canada has 14 nursing master's programs, but accessibility is limited for rural nurses. Most programs require proximity to universities, hindering remote or part-time study options for many nursing professionals.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Accessibility
Background:
- Canadian Nurses Association identifies 14 master's in nursing programs.
- Geographic and locational barriers limit access to these programs for many nurses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the accessibility of master's in nursing programs in Canada.
- To identify challenges faced by nurses seeking advanced education outside metropolitan areas.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of program availability and location data.
- Review of part-time study options and their geographic constraints.
Main Results:
- Despite 14 programs existing, most are concentrated in metropolitan regions.
- Part-time options often necessitate living near the university, restricting access.
Conclusions:
- Current master's in nursing programs in Canada present significant accessibility challenges for nurses outside major urban centers.
- Further development is needed to expand program reach and accommodate diverse geographic and scheduling needs of the nursing workforce.