Admissions Requirements To be eligible for admission to the M.S. in Nursing Administration program, potential candidates must submit evidence of: 1. a completed application form and fee 2. a baccalaureate degree in nursing (or its equivalent) from an NLNAC or CCNE - accredited program; or a non-nursing baccalaureate degree from a recognized college or university 3. licensure as a Registered Nurse in the United States 4. a minimum of one year of clinical practice in nursing or one year of recent health care employment is preferred 5. satisfactory performance on Miller's Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE). This is only required if undergraduate QPA is less than 3.0. 6. satisfactory academic record minimum (3.0 on 4.0 scale) 7. satisfactory (C or better) completion of undergraduate course in statistics including both descriptive and inferential statistics 8. satisfactory completion (C or better) of undergraduate course in physical assessment or continuing education course 9. satisfactory completion (C or better) of undergraduate course in research methods 10. two letters of reference from prior faculty and/or professional nurses 11. a personal statement identifying career goals congruent with the purposes of the program M.S.N. Degree Requirements    The Master of Science in Nursing Administration builds on the philosophy and objectives of the undergraduate program in nursing.  This degree prepares the nurse to function in managerial positions in a variety of health care settings.  The program builds on the experience of the student, and adds knowledge and skills in the area of theory, management, ethics, legal issues, communication, leadership and the conduct of research relevant to health care organizations.  Students have an opportunity to observe, apply, analyze and discuss administrative processes and skills relevant to nursing through both theory and practice experiences.    The Master of Science in Nursing Administration is a 39-credit program that may be completed on a full or part-time basis.  The program is composed of a set of courses taught by faculty in Nursing and faculty in Public Administration.  Public Administration credits include a 3-credit elective in an area of student interest.    The program includes 10 credits (two semesters) of practicum experience which are designed to provide the student with experience in areas of their administrative interest.  The Master of Science in Nursing Administration offers the student flexibility in the timing of course offerings and focus within the role.  An additional feature of the program is the opportunity to study with faculty from both the Nursing and Public Administration programs. B.S.N. Information

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