Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner Track

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs build upon the student?s baccalaureate nursing education and professional experience. The Master of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The College of Nursing also offers admission to its master degree programs in nursing to Registered Nurses who have bachelor degrees in fields other than nursing. These students will need to take 9 credits of undergraduate upper division course work as prerequisite for graduate study in nursing. The goal of the Master of Science in Nursing program is to prepare advanced practice nurses, nurse educators, and nursing leaders and managers to assume leadership positions in a variety of health care settings. Graduates of these programs are eligible to sit for national certification examinations in their respective specialties. This program is focused on Leadership and Management. The Family Nurse Practitioner Track prepares nurses for advanced primary care practice across the lifespan?from children to adult. The curriculum provides a strong scientific foundation for practicing in the current health care environment, teaches flexibility, and focuses on evidence-based practice and leadership. Program Objectives The programs prepare students to: Analyze social, economic, ethical, cultural, legal, and political issues influencing nursing practice and health care in a global context. Collaborate with leaders in nursing and other disciplines to improve the quality of professional nursing practice and the health care system. Develop and implement leadership, management, and teaching strategies for the improvement of health and health care. Develop practice models of evidence-based nursing practice incorporating nursing research. Influence health and public policy to improve health of communities. Participate in lifelong learning activities. Participate in research and disseminate research findings through presentation and publication. Synthesize advanced knowledge from the sciences, humanities, and nursing theories to support advanced nursing practice. Plan, evaluate and implement the delivery of health care using critical thinking skills. Practice in an advanced nursing role. BSN degree must be from a regionally accredited institution