Math Foundations for Nurses (PSW-PN)

Course Information

In this course, you will be building foundational mathematical knowledge necessary for clinical nursing practice. These crucial mathematical concepts and calculations are essential to providing safe and competent care to patients. The focus of this course is understanding how to perform the mathematical operations necessary in clinical practice using practical application and repetition. Students will practice foundational mathematical operations including decimals, fractions, ratios, and percentages; effectively perform unit conversions, and understand introductory medication administration

Intake

Start Date

End Date Aug 18 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

None

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

n/a

Group Work:

n/a

Registering college code:
NC-NURS1707

Host college code:
DUR-MATH1583

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, by phone, fax or mail.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL 001–not NC-ENL001). For details visit https://www.niagaracollege.ca/parttimestudies/registration/ .

Contact

Bill Groves
Phone : (905) 735-2211 ext. 7606
Email : distance@niagaracollege.ca

100 Niagara College Boulevard
Welland, ON
L3C 7L3

Phone : (905) 735-2211
Fax : (905) 736-6010

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