Master of Science in Nursing/Informatics
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)*, enhances the knowledge and skills of registered nurses with baccalaureate-degree preparation. The program prepares advanced practice nurses to function in leadership roles in practice and educational settings. Advanced nursing theory and research provide the foundation for nurses to influence the future of nursing and health care.
Students complete core courses in advanced nursing content and process, as well as on leadership skills. Specializations assist students to concentrate on developing increased knowledge and/or skills in a specific area of content or advanced practice role. Thirty-nine credits are required for completion of the degree.
* For more information about accreditation, please contact CCNE at One Dupont Circle NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036-1120; (202)887-6791.
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Course #
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Foundation Courses
HCS 504
Introduction to Graduate Study in Health Sciences/Nursing
1 credit
NUR 513
Theoretical Foundations of Practice
3 credits
HCS 504
NUR 518
Analysis of Research Reports
3 credits
HCS 504
NUR 531
Influencing the Future of Nursing
3 credits
HCS 504
HCS 587
Creating Change within Organizations
3 credits
HCS 504
NUR 544
Population-focused Health Care
3 credits
HCS 504
NUR 590A
Nursing Practicum
1 credit
HCS 504, 15 graduate credits
HCS 571
Financial Resource Management
3 credits
HCS 504
NUR 587
Leadership and Management in Nursing Health Care
3 credits
HCS 504
NUR 542
Dynamics of Family Systems
2 credits
HCS 504
NUR 598
Research Utilization Project
3 credits
All previous courses
NUR 590B
Nursing Practicum
2 credits
HCS 504, NUR 590A
Specialization
HCI/500
Concepts of Health Care Informatics
3 credits
HCS/504, NUR/513
HCI/510
Systems Life Cycle
3 credits
HCI/500, NUR/513
HCI/520
Data Management and Design
3 credits
HCI/500, NUR/513
Total Credits for Core
39 credits