Master of Science in Nursing/Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (ACPHN) Leadership and Program Development Specialization

Degree Requirements:

The APN immersion prepares non-nurses with undergraduate degrees as Community Health Specialists. Students are prepared to sit for the registered nurse licensure examination after four quarters of study. The advanced community public health nursing, leadership and program development specialty requires nine consecutive quarters of full-time study. The Leadership and Program Development specialty prepares nurses to collaborate with community and organizational members and leaders in the design, implementation, and evaluation of health programs for vulnerable populations.

I. Nursing Major Requirements

37 credits, including:

II. Foundation Courses

33 credits, including:

III. Specialization Area: Leadership and Program Development Specialization

27 credits, including:

NOTE:

B- is the minimum passing grade for specialty courses.

IV. Program Synthesis

Choose one of the following:

NURS 594 - Thesis (6 credits)
NURS 599 - Scholarly Project (3 credits)