Advanced Professional Nurse, MS
College of Allied Health and Nursing|Academic Programs|Nursing
College of Allied Health and Nursing|Academic Programs|Nursing
Enrolling in the Advanced Professional Nurse, Master of Science-Nursing program will prepare you for a variety of advanced professional nursing roles. This flexible 100% Online program allows you to continue to work while earning your degree. Upon graduating you will possess skills for inclusive and equitable advanced nursing practice in diverse settings. Take the next step in your career and join this exciting new master's program!
The Advanced Professional Nurse, Master of Science (M.S.) is a 100% online program offering flexible opportunities for the working RN. You can attend part-time or full-time. Take just one course at a time, up to four courses per semester, or somewhere in between. Develop an individualized plan of study that works for you!
Dual Emphasis (nurse educator and nurse leader):
Full-time | 42 total credits | Finish in under 2 years
Part-time | 42 total credits | Finish in about 3 years
Nurse educator OR Nurse leader emphasis only:
Full-time | 30 total credits | Finish in 2 years
Part-time | 30 total credits | Finish in 2 years
The School of Nursing is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) learning environment that values and celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all individuals. We believe that diversity enriches the educational experience and prepares students to excel in a global healthcare landscape.
Effective October 25, 2024, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on October 25, 2026.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
https://www.acenursing.org/search-programs?status=Candidate
Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.
Upcoming information session dates:
• 10/30 at 11:30am
• 10/30 at 3:30pm
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