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Post-master’s and MSN program graduates will have advanced knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention, advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of chronic and episodic health problems.
DNPs will also have competence in leadership, evidence-based care and translational research methods for quality improvement as well as preparation at the very highest level to apply advanced clinical assessment and management skills to episodic and chronic health problems.
The post-master’s certificate curriculum is individually designed based on the course work documented on the transcript of the student’s master’s degree. The number of credits required for the completion of the certificate will vary. The courses listed are required in the post-master’s curriculum plan unless these courses or their acceptable equivalent are documented on the master’s transcript. A minimum of 12 credits is required for the post-master’s certificate.
Post-Master's Certificate | MSN | Post-BSN DNP* |
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Credits: 12-30 MSN required On-campus, Online and Hybrid Courses |
Credits: 42 BSN required On-campus, Online and Hybrid Courses |
Credits: 69 BSN required On-campus, Online and Hybrid Courses |
*Post-MSN DNP tracks also offered.
All programs have rolling admission.
Tuition Cost Per Credit: $1,245.00
These programs are generally completed on a part-time basis (3-6 credits per term) while students are working. Personalized plans of study are created collaboratively by each student and their adviser in order to create a manageable and flexible schedule.
Post-Master's Certificate - 12-30 Credits
Post-Master's certificates may require 12-30 credits, depending on academic background.
Pathophysiological Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice
Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Management of Episodic Health Problems
Complex Health Problems
Concepts and Interventions for Health Problems Across the Lifespan
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 1 Clinical
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 2 Clinical
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 3 Clinical
MSN - 42 Credits
Theoretical Foundations of Nursing
Ethics, Policy, and Health Care Advocacy
Organizational and Systems Leadership
Research & Evidence as a Foundation for Nursing
Pathophysiological Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice
Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Management of Episodic Health Problems
Complex Health Problems
Concepts and Interventions for health Problems Across the Lifespan
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 1 Clinical
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 2 Clinical
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 3 Clinical
DNP - 69 Credits
Management of Episodic Health Problems
Complex Health Problems
Concepts and Interventions for health Problems Across the Lifespan
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 1 Clinical
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 2 Clinical
Advanced Nursing of Adult-Gerontology 3 Clinical
Theoretical Foundations of Nursing
Ethics, Policy, and Health Care Advocacy
Organizational and Systems Leadership
Research & Evidence as a Foundation for Nursing
Pathophysiological Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice
Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Quality & Patient Safety in Health Care
Health Care Informatics, Technology and Professional Issues
Translational Research
Epidemiology
Applied Statistics for Health Sciences
Professional Issues in APN/DNP Practice
Residency for DNP with Acutely Ill Adults
Doctor of Nursing Practice Capstone 1
Doctor of Nursing Practice Capstone 2
*required field
Sarah Davis, DNP, APNP (Program Director)
Madeline Schmidt, DNP, RN, ANP-BC
Callie Schlicht, DNP, APN-BC
Claire Dohmen, MSN, RN, ANP-BC
Winsome Panton, DNP, ANP-BC, AAHIVS
Dawn Steinhoff, MSN, RN, FNP-BC
Tiffany Anderson-Kather, MSN, FNP-BC
For a comprehensive listing of merit-based aid (graduate assistantships/fellowships), visit the departmental financial aid webpage. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses as well.
Taylor Rose Pamperin, M.Ed.
Graduate Student Success Advisor