Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Leadership and Education

36 Semester Credits Required

The focus of the degree is to prepare nurses for the role of leader/educator in educational institutions, clinical facilities, and community agencies. Curriculum development, teaching-learning strategies and evaluation processes are covered in the course of study. Internship experiences take place in a variety of settings.

Prerequisites required for the Associate Degree Nurse:  
NURS4970. Community Health Nursing (3)
NURS4980. Foundations of Nursing Research (3)
NURS4990. Leadership Development (3)
Pathophysiology 
Statistics
Microbiology
Anatomy/Physiology 

Required graduate courses:
NURS6060. Principles of Nursing Research (3)
NURS6110. Leadership Perspectives for Advancing the Profession of Nursing (3)
NURS6120. Population Health and Interprofessional Collaboration (3)
NURS6130. Healthcare Systems and Health Policy (3)
NURS6150. Advanced Pathophysiology (3)
NURS6160. Advanced Pharmacology (3)
NURS6170. Advanced Health Assessment (3)
NURS7020. Assessment/Evaluation Strategies (3)
NURS7040. Research Study/Evidence Based Practice Project (3)
NURS7051 Nursing Education and Leadership Internship (3)
NURS7060. Principles of Teaching and Curriculum Development (3)
NURS7070. Leadership in Nursing Administration and Organizational Improvements (3)