Master of Science in Nursing Core Course Descriptions
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| MSN 506 : Professional Transitions: Clinician to Educator | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course focuses on the theoretical foundations and practical strategies essential for successful educational practice. Learners will explore core concepts of teaching and learning in nursing education, including curriculum development, instructional design, and assessment methods. They will deepen their understanding of the principles of adult learning and how to apply them effectively in an educational setting. Learners will examine the role of the nurse educator in facilitating the professional development of nursing learners and practicing nurses. They will learn strategies for creating a positive learning environment, promoting critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills, and fostering interprofessional collaboration. Additionally, this course will cover the ethical and legal considerations specific to nursing education. Learners will examine professional standards and guidelines for nurse educators and explore strategies for ensuring learner and patient safety in the educational setting. |
| MSN 560 : Teaching Advanced Assessment Across the Lifespan | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour None |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course emphasizes the transfer of knowledge to clinical practice as graduate learners apply teaching-learning theory and assessment techniques to the healthcare of clients of all ages and the education of professional caregivers. Analysis and synthesis of assessment findings are related to relevant client history, cultural and psychosocial client characteristics, normal anatomy and physiology, and normal growth and development. |
| MSN 575 : Advanced Pathopharmacological Foundations | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 4 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 60 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is an in-depth exploration of the connection between pathophysiology and pharmacology in nursing practice. It is designed to equip nurse educators with advanced knowledge and skills in understanding the underlying mechanisms of diseases and the pharmacological interventions used in their treatment. Additionally, this course covers teaching strategies for effective pathopharmacology education, including the design of learning experiences, instructional methods, and technologies that facilitate learner mastery and engagement. |
| MSN 580 : Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course explores the foundations of leadership and system innovation and develops the necessary skills to lead change and to create evidence for where change is most needed, how innovation can be developed and implemented, and how to systematically assess the impact of change on all aspects of the health system. This course examines the philosophical foundations of advanced nursing practice by analyzing interrelationships among theory, philosophy, practice, and research. Various advanced practice nursing roles and critical elements involved in managing advanced practice nursing environments are analyzed. Course content is designed to facilitate the learner’s APN role assimilation. |
| MSN 582 : Advanced Pharmacology Across the Lifespan | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 4 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 60 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | The purpose of this course is to increase knowledge and expertise in the principles of pharmacotherapeutics across the lifespan. Legal, legislative, and safe prescribing principles, consideration for special populations, and medication prescribing/management will be covered. This course provides the learner an opportunity to integrate previous knowledge and experience, develop self-confidence, and build expertise to maintain efficacious outcomes while providing safety with prescribing practices. |
| MSN 584 : Advanced Pathophysiology Across the Lifespan | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 4 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 60 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | The purpose of this course is to increase knowledge, understanding and expertise in the principles of advanced pathophysiology. Through readings, lecture, case studies, and exams, the learner will develop enhanced knowledge of the pathophysiology of the disease processes across the lifespan. Understanding the pathophysiologic process will facilitate the graduate learner’s progression to understanding the signs and symptoms of the disease process and allow for appropriate diagnosing and treatment. |
| MSN 586 : Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Across the Lifespan | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 2 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 30 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is a study of program planning processes for health promotion, disease prevention, screening, and anticipatory guidance to all populations, including special populations, across the lifespan. Graduate learners will explore methods of population-focused health assessment in the community, individuals, and families. |
| MSN 588 : Advanced Assessment Across the Lifespan | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 4 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 60 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | The purpose of this course is to increase knowledge and expertise in advanced physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and cultural assessment and enhance diagnostic knowledge required for maintaining health for patients across the lifespan. A holistic and comprehensive approach to the patient is emphasized with particular attention to identifying the health promotion and disease prevention needs as well as the management of common signs and symptoms that present to patients across the lifespan. This course also provides the learner an opportunity to learn various clinical and diagnostic skills performed by the advanced practice nurse. Learners will be required to complete three consecutive days of in-person applied field experience during Week 15 of the course. The applied field experience will be held over three days near Nightingale College’s (College) Operations Support Center in Salt Lake City. The purpose of the applied field experience is to provide a review and competency check of previously obtained knowledge and skills and allow learners to participate in service-learning activities. |
| MSN 590 : Health Policy, Legislation, Economics and Ethics | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | Social, political, and economic factors influence policies that impact health outcomes in communities, nationally and globally. Nurse leaders need to understand the determinants of health as well as how legal and regulatory processes, healthcare finances, research, the role of professional organizations, and special interest groups/lobbyists impact health outcomes. This course provides a framework for understanding the organization of healthcare delivery and financing systems in the U.S. and other nations. It addresses how policies are made and the factors that influence policies at local, national, and global levels, impacting health/wellness and the nursing profession. The roles of values, ethical theories, stakeholder interests, research, and recent legislation related to health policy and health outcomes will be explored. The graduate learner will gain expertise in effecting change through active participation in influencing or developing policies that impact health. |
| MSN 592 : Evidence-Based Practice | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course explores the methodology and application of nursing research and its relevance to advanced practice nursing, nursing education, nursing practice, and the learner’s specialty focus area. Emphasis is on research design, implementation, and application of research. The graduate learner will also explore evidence-based practice models, quality improvement models, and grading levels of evidence. |
| MSN 594 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings I | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course will provide the learner with the competencies, knowledge, and skills to assess, diagnose, manage, and treat common and uncomplicated acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan in primary care settings. Emphasis is placed on the evidence-based, effective, and safe management of patients via health promotion, disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological, and non-pharmacological interventions and approaches. Practice guidelines, conceptual models, and theories will be applied to enhance the care plan and evaluate patient outcomes. Knowledge and competencies learned in this course will be validated in the clinical practicum courses. |
| MSN 597 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan I | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN580; MSN582; MSN584; MSN586; MSN588; MSN590 |
| Corequisites: | MSN PMHNP Practicum courses |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course introduces the role of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention, and the assessment, diagnosis, and management of common and complex psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. Students will apply advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to develop differential diagnoses and individualized treatment plans, including pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions. Special emphasis is placed on integrating psychopharmacology, health promotion strategies, and therapeutic communication within the cultural, developmental, and socio-economic contexts of patient care. Through simulations and case studies, students will refine their clinical judgment and leadership skills, preparing them to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and advocate for best practices in mental healthcare. |
| MSN 598 : Health Informatics for the Advanced Practice Nurse | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course examines a variety of informatics theories, models, and issues within complex healthcare systems. Graduate learners will examine complementary roles of master’s level-prepared nursing information technology professionals, including informaticists and quality officers. Content is directed toward assisting the student to understand system planning, analysis, implementation, and evaluation. Learners will analyze current and emerging technologies; data management; ethical legal and regulatory best-practice evidence; and bio-health informatics using decision-making support systems at the point of care. This course will emphasize the role of the Advanced Practice Nurse in clinical areas such as telehealth and mobile health. |
| MSN 600 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings II | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590, MSN 592, MSN 594 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course will provide the learner with the competencies, knowledge, and skills to assess, diagnose, manage, and treat common and uncomplicated acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan in primary care settings. Emphasis is placed on the evidence-based, effective, and safe management of patients via health promotion, disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological, and non-pharmacological interventions and approaches. Practice guidelines, conceptual models, and theories will be applied to enhance the care plan and evaluate patient outcomes. Knowledge and competencies learned in this course will be validated in the clinical practicum courses. |
| MSN 604 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings III | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590, MSN 592, MSN 594, MSN 600 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course will provide the learner with the competencies, knowledge, and skills to assess, diagnose, manage, and treat common and uncomplicated acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan in primary care settings. Emphasis is placed on the evidence-based, effective, and safe management of patients via health promotion, disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological, and non-pharmacological interventions and approaches. Practice guidelines, conceptual models, and theories will be applied to enhance the care plan and evaluate patient outcomes. Knowledge and competencies learned in this course will be validated in the clinical practicum courses. |
| MSN 608 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings IV | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 2 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 30 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590, MSN 592, MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course will provide the learner with the competencies, knowledge, and skills to assess, diagnose, manage, and treat common and uncomplicated acute and chronic health conditions across the lifespan in primary care settings. Emphasis is placed on the evidence-based, effective, and safe management of patients via health promotion, disease prevention, assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological, and non-pharmacological interventions and approaches. Practice guidelines, conceptual models, and theories will be applied to enhance the care plan and evaluate patient outcomes. Knowledge and competencies learned in this course will be validated in the clinical practicum courses. |
| MSN 610 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 1 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 611 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 2 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 612 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 3 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 613 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 4 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 614 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 5 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 615 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 6 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours s of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 616 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 7 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 617 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 8 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 618 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 9 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 619 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 10 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 620 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 11 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance education and practicum experiences |
| Semester Credits: | 1 |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 621 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 11 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 622 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 12 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 623 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 13 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 624 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 15 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 625 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 15 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 626 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 16 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 627 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 17 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 628 : Advanced Family Health in Primary Care Settings Practicum 18 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 594, MSN 600, MSN 604, MSN 608 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in primary care settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours of practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 630 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan II | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Didactic Contact) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN580; MSN582; MSN584; MSN586; MSN588; MSN590; MSN592, MSN596; MSN598 |
| Corequisites: | MSN Practicum courses |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course builds upon foundational knowledge of psychiatric-mental health nursing, emphasizing advanced neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, and the pathophysiology of complex psychiatric disorders. Learners will explore the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of psychotropic medications, focusing on their application in treating co-occurring and treatment-resistant conditions. The course integrates advanced diagnostic reasoning, comprehensive psychiatric assessments, and evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, preparing students to manage complex cases in diverse populations. Emphasis is placed on interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural competence, and addressing health disparities. Through case studies, clinical simulations, and a focus on leadership and ethical decision-making, students will refine their clinical judgment and develop holistic, patient-centered care plans. This course is the second in the PMHNP didactic series and incorporates advanced health assessment, pharmacology, and informatics. |
| MSN 631 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 1 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590, MSN 592, MSN 594 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 632 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 2 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590, MSN 592, MSN 594, MSN 604 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 633 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 3 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 634 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 4 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 635 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 5 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 636 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 6 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 637 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 7 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 638 : Advanced PMHNP Across the Lifespan Practicum 8 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 639 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 9 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 640 : Curriculum & Instruction in Nursing | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is an examination of the philosophical and historical influences in nursing education within a contemporary context for curriculum development. Graduate learners will explore curriculum development, educational philosophy, theories and models, instruction and evaluation, as well as e-learning, simulations, and current technology in nursing education. The course will use pedagogical frameworks for designing and implementing instructional experiences to develop curricular objectives, select and organize content, and plan program evaluation strategies. |
| MSN 641 : PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 10 | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 642 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 11 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 643 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 12 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 644 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 13 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 645 : Assessment and Evaluation in Nursing Education | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is designed to provide advanced nursing education learners with a comprehensive understanding of assessment and evaluation strategies specific to nursing education. The course focuses on equipping learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively assess the learning outcomes of nursing learners and evaluate the overall effectiveness of nursing education programs. The course emphasizes both theoretical concepts and practical applications in the field of nursing education assessment. |
| MSN 646 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 14 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 647 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 15 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 648 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 16 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 649 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 17 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 45 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590 |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | MSN 596, MSN 630, MSN 650, MSN 690 |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 650 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan III | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN580; MSN582; MSN584; MSN586; MSN588; MSN590; MSN592; MSN596; MSN598 |
| Corequisites: | MSN Practicum courses |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | PMHNP Lifespan III focuses on the management of chronic and treatment-resistant psychiatric disorders, building upon advanced knowledge of psychiatric assessments, pharmacology, and therapeutic interventions. Learners will critically evaluate current research and apply evidence-based approaches to develop complex treatment plans that integrate pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies. Special emphasis is placed on managing co-occurring mental health and medical conditions, with advanced exploration of psychopharmacology, including off-label uses, polypharmacy, and the management of side effects. This course emphasizes leadership in healthcare systems, advocacy for mental health reform, and the development of skills in leading interdisciplinary care teams. Students will further develop expertise in managing complex psychiatric cases in vulnerable and underserved populations, incorporating cultural competence and ethical frameworks into decision-making. This is the third course in the PMHNP didactic series. |
| MSN 651 : Advanced PMHNP Care Across the Lifespan Practicum 18 | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Online Didactic and Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 580, MSN 582, MSN 584, MSN 586, MSN 588, MSN 590,MSN 592, MSN 596, MSN 598 |
| Corequisites: | MSN Practicum courses |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This one (1) credit hour supervised practicum experience will provide the learner with an opportunity to synthesize and apply advanced practice nursing skills and knowledge regarding the assessment, diagnosis, and management of care among children, adolescents, pregnant women, adults, and older adults in psychiatric-mental health settings. Learners will function under the mentorship of course faculty and work in collaboration with qualified preceptors. In addition, the learner will build academic and clinical advanced practice nursing capacity within the APRN overarching competency areas and role domains including, but not limited to, 1) scientific foundation, 2) leadership, 3) quality, 4) practice inquiry, 5) technology and information literacy, 6) policy, 7) health delivery systems, 8) ethics, and 9) independent practice. NOTE: Learners are responsible for a total accumulation of 18 credits/810 contact hours contact hours of psychiatric-mental health practicum experience throughout the entire program. The practicum courses are typically developed in one (1) credit hour/45 contact hour increments to allow for learner flexibility in scheduling and completing the required program practicum hours. |
| MSN 660 : Teaching Methodology in Nursing | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is an examination of role development and practical methods for effective teaching. The course will examine the selection, application, and evaluation of teaching tools and strategies in the context of health education, continuing education, staff development, and classroom and clinical instruction. |
| MSN 665 : Facilitating Learning in the Online Environment | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 1 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 15 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour |
| Typically Offered: | Fall |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Corequisites: | None |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course focuses on developing the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively facilitate learning in an online educational setting. Learners will explore various aspects of online learning and gain an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities it presents. They will delve into the principles of instructional design, andragogical strategies, and technology integration that are specific to online education in nursing. |
| MSN 670 : Nursing Education and Integrative Practicum Experience | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Blended |
| Semester Credits: | 4 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Contact Hours: | 180 (Integrative Practicum) |
| Outside Preparation: | The learner will complete a total of 180 practicum hours in this course. |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 620, MSN 640, and MSN 660 |
| Corequisites: | MSN 680 |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is one (1) of the final two (2) courses in the MSNEd Program. Learners work in this course concurrently with MSN 680: Nursing Education Capstone course to complete a program summative project to demonstrate achievement of course and program outcomes. The Nursing Education Field Experience provides the graduate learner with an opportunity to work collaboratively within the employing organization to address an identified nursing problem, need, or gap in current practices. Learners then work to promote a practice change, quality improvement, or innovation that is based on the existing evidence and best practices. |
| MSN 680 : Nursing Education Capstone | |
|---|---|
| Delivery Modality: | Distance |
| Semester Credits: | 2 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 30 (Online Didactic) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour |
| Typically Offered: | Spring |
| Prerequisites: | MSN 620, MSN 640, and MSN 660 |
| Corequisites: | MSN 670 |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | This course is one (1) of the final two (2) courses in the MSNEd Program. Learners work in this course concurrently with MSN 670: Nursing Education Field Experience course to complete a program summative project to demonstrate achievement of course and program outcomes. The capstone course is a scholarly project that addresses an issue, need, gap, or opportunity resulting from an identified need in nursing education or healthcare. The capstone project provides the opportunity for the graduate learner to demonstrate competency through design, application, and evaluation of advanced nursing knowledge and higher-level leadership skills to ultimately improve health outcomes. |
| MSN 690 : Advanced PMHNP Across the Lifespan IV | |
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| Delivery Modality: | Distance (Online Didactic Instruction) |
| Semester Credits: | 3 (Didactic Only) |
| Contact Hours: | 45 (Didactic Contact) |
| Outside Preparation: | An average of three (3) hours per week for every didactic credit hour. |
| Typically Offered: | Summer |
| Prerequisites: | MSN580; MSN582; MSN584; MSN586; MSN588; MSN590; MSN592; MSN596; MSN 598 |
| Corequisites: | MSN Practicum courses |
| Requisites: | None |
| Description: | PMHNP Lifespan IV serves as the culminating course in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) didactic series, preparing students for independent practice and the PMHNP certification exam. In this course, learners will synthesize knowledge and skills from previous courses, applying advanced clinical reasoning, leadership, and evidence-based practices to manage complex psychiatric cases. Emphasis is placed on the comprehensive management of treatment-resistant conditions, co-occurring mental health disorders, and the integration of pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions. Students will refine their skills in advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, clinical decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The course includes critical components such as cultural competence, health disparities, and ethical decision-making, ensuring holistic, patient-centered care for diverse populations. Leadership in healthcare systems and advocacy for mental health reform are central themes, with students expected to lead interdisciplinary teams and develop system-level interventions. Throughout the course, students will integrate all aspects of advanced practice nursing (APRN) education standards, including the AACN Essentials, NP Core Competencies, and QSEN competencies, ensuring they are fully prepared for the challenges of independent clinical practice. This course will also include rigorous review and practice scenarios to prepare students for the PMHNP certification exam, allowing them to demonstrate their competence in providing high-quality, safe, and effective mental health care across the lifespan. |