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Degree Pathway for Master of Science in Nursing, Family Health or Adult Gerontological Primary Care, Summer 2024 and Beyond

Degree Pathway for Master of Science in Nursing, Family Health or Adult Gerontological Primary Care

For students entering Summer 2024 or beyond.
A minimum of 45 credits of course work is required for graduation with an MS for all students.
Course NumberCourse NameCredits
Credits required45
HSCI.5510Clinical Pathophysiology3
NURS.5590Advanced Pharmacology3
NURS.6510Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnostics3
NURS.6520APRN Care of the Adult3
NURS.6511APRN Clinical Practicum I (250 Hours)*3
NURS.6522APRN Women's Health Across the Lifespan3
NURS.6512APRN Clinical Practicum II (250 Hours)3
NURS.6513APRN Clinical Practicum III (250 Hours)3
NURS.6524APRN Role Transition1
NURS.6521
OR
NURS.6523
APRN Care of Children and Adolescents
OR
APRN Care of Older Adults
3
NURS.6000Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice3
NURS.5520Social, Cultural, Policy Issues in Healthcare
2
NURS.5530Scholarly Writing3
NURS.6010Research for Evidence-Based Practice3
PUBH.5110Healthcare Finance3
PUBH.6270Health Equity and Informatics3
Curriculum Summary
Total number of courses for the degree 15
Total credit hours required for the degree 45
*Advanced Health Assessment and Specialty courses (APRN designation) are offered in a planned sequence and have a co-requisite practicum course. Each practicums includes a minimum of 250 hours direct patient care.
Last updated 7/18/24