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Family Nurse Practitioner
The Master of Science in Nursing prepares students to enter clinical
practice as Family Nurse Practitioners. The 48-credit-hour program
may be completed on a full-time or part-time basis. Clinical requirements
include practicum experiences in diverse outpatient settings to
allow practical application of theories and development of clinical
skills. A 1:6 faculty to student ration is maintained during clinical
experiences. Students are required to participate in a clinical
research project under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
The mission of the master's program in nursing is to prepare nurses
for expanded nursing roles and to provide a foundation for doctoral
studies. The program will prepare registered nurses to take certification
examinations in advanced practice to meet community and professional
needs.
Track Objectives
The program will prepare graduates to:
- Practice as advanced practice nurses in a variety of settings
- Practice independently and collaboratively to improve the health
of individuals and their families, especially for underserved
and vulnerable populations
- Provide competent, comprehensive, culturally appropriate care
to individuals and their families across the life span
- Educate paraprofessionals, professionals, clients, families
and communities regarding health care issues of individuals and
their families
- Participate in clinical research that incorporate evidence-based
care and extends knowledge in advanced nursing practice relevant
to individuals and their families
- Incorporate Christian values and ethical decision-making into
clinical practice
- Assume leadership roles in influencing health policies that
promote high quality, cost-effective care for individuals and
their families
Curriculum
MSN Core Courses |
Course ID |
Course Title
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Hours
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NUGR-510 |
Applied Statistics
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3
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NUGR-512 |
Theoretical Frameworks for Advanced Nursing Practice
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3
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NUGR-514 |
Research Design and Methodology
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3
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NUGR-518 |
Issues and Policies in Health Care
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2
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NUGR-520 |
Applied Ethics
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2
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NUGR-530 |
Advanced Practice Nursing Role
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2
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NUGR-590 |
Research Project
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1
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Total Hours
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16
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MSN Clinical Foundation Courses |
Course ID |
Course Title
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Hours
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BIOL-509 |
Pathophysiology
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3
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NUGR-508 |
Applied Pharmacology
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3
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NUGR-532 |
Advanced Health Assessment
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4
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(2:2)
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NUGR-544 |
Management of Health/Illness Status of Adults
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5
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(2:3)
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NUGR-580 |
Organizational Management
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1
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Total Hours
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16
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FNP Core Courses
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Course ID |
Course Title
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Hours
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NUGR-546 |
Management of Health/Illness Status of Women across the Life Span
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3
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(1:2)
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NUGR-554 |
Management of Health/Illness Status of Older Adults
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4
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(2:2)
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NUGR-564 |
Management of Health/Illness Status of Children
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5
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(2:3)
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NUGR-574 |
Primary Health Care of the Family
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4
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(1:3)
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Total Hours |
16 |
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Note: Numbers in parentheses indicate classroom: clinical credit
hours.
Statistics and Theory must be taken before or with research. Pharmacology
and Pathophysiology should precede but may be concurrent with the
first clinical courses. All Health/Illness status courses must precede
the family course with the exception of students who already hold
nurse practitioner certification.
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