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Prepares the graduate for independent management of children and families seeking health care for complex acute and chronic pediatric 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 complex health problems.
*applies to MSN and DNP programs
**applies to DNP program
Post-Master's Certificate |
MSN |
Post-BSN DNP* |
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Credits: 12-30 MSN required
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Credits: 42 BSN required
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Credits: 69 BSN required Capstone required |
*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 Courses- 12-30 Credits
Post-Master's certificates may require 12-30 credits, depending on academic background.
Specialty Courses – 21 Credits
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
Complex/Chronic Pediatric Health Conditions
Seminar in Child and Family Health
Nursing Therapeutics for Acute/Critical Illnesses in Children
Acutely Ill Children Practicum
Acutely/Chronically Ill Children Practicum
Critically Ill Children Practicum
Foundation Courses – 9 Credits
Pathophysiological Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice
Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
MSN Courses- 42 Credits
Specialty Courses – 21 Credits
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan.
Complex/Chronic Pediatric Health Conditions
Seminar in Child and Family Health
Nursing Therapeutics for Acute/Critical Illnesses in Children
Acutely Ill Children Practicum
Acutely/Chronically Ill Children Practicum
Critically Ill Children Practicum
Core Courses – 12 Credits
Theoretical Foundations of Nursing
Ethics, Policy, and Health Care Advocacy
Organizational and Systems Leadership
Research & Evidence as a Foundation for Nursing
Foundation Courses – 9 Credits
Pathophysiological Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice
Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
DNP Courses- 69 Credits
Specialty Courses – 21 Credits
Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
Complex/Chronic Pediatric Health Conditions
Seminar in Child and Family Health
Nursing Therapeutics for Acute/Critical Illnesses in Children
Acutely Ill Children Practicum
Acutely/Chronically Ill Children Practicum
Critically Ill Children Practicum
Core Courses – 12 Credits
Theoretical Foundations of Nursing
Ethics, Policy, and Health Care Advocacy
Organizational and Systems Leadership
Research & Evidence as a Foundation for Nursing
Foundation Courses – 9 Credits
Pathophysiological Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice
Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing Practice
Advanced Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
DNP Core Courses - 27 Credits
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
Apply and submit all application requirements
Official transcripts from all current and previous colleges or universities - must reflect undergraduate courses in health assessment, nursing research and statistics (including inferential analysis).
Three completed recommendation letters prepared by previous or present employers and teachers familiar with graduate education in nursing.
A resume and written statement of professional goals, including reasons for pursuing graduate study.
An interview may be required.
International applicants only: TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.
All applicants must be registered in the United States as a professional nurse. Graduates of nursing schools in foreign countries must successfully complete the certification program administered by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools and must be licensed in Wisconsin.
Two years of practice in an acute care setting is required for acute care students prior to beginning clinical practicum course work.
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.Tuition information for the Master of Science in Nursing — Second Degree Direct Entry for Non-Nurses program can be found in the Graduate Bulletin, as it differs from other graduate programs.
Taylor Rose Pamperin, M.Ed.
Graduate Student Success Advisor
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