Education at the master’s level prepares graduates to assume leadership roles in clinical practice, nursing administration and nursing education. Advanced nursing practice graduates are prepared for entry into the Doctoral of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, and all graduates are prepared for higher education in the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) program.
Student's pursuing the MSN will choose from one of six clinical tracks. Most programs offer a courses online and face-to-face allowing students to receive flexibility that fits with their busy schedules, but also maintaining a dynamic class experience that include in-class time to demonstrate skills, dialogue with colleagues and receive mentorship and guidance from our highly regarded and recognized faculty. The curriculum structure depends on the clinical concentration the student selects. The six clinical tracks are as follows:
| Nurse Practitioner Tracks | Systems Tracks |
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Post Master’s Education is available to master’s prepared students who wish to pursue education in another role or clinical specialty. Degree plans for post-master’s students are individualized according to the student’s educational needs, past course work and certification according to school policies. Mechanisms for equivalency credit and validation of previous course work are available.
Full-time enrollment is limited in some MSN tracks. Prospective students are encouraged to consider their desired enrollment level prior to submitting the application for admission. Post-Master's admission can be considered for every academic start.
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| Family Nurse Practitioner | ||||||
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | ||||||
| Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care | ||||||
| Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care | ||||||
| Nursing Leadership and Administration | ||||||
The Master of Science in Nursing Program is designed to provide an opportunity for the student to develop as a leader. The graduate makes significant contributions to the improvement of health care, and influences health care policy through advanced clinical practice and research in order to meet the current needs of society.
Education at this level prepares both MSN and post-MSN students to assume leadership roles in clinical practice, nursing administration, and nursing education. Advanced nursing practice graduates are prepared for entry into doctoral education.
Graduates of the Master of Science in Nursing program will be able to:
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