Master of Science in Nursing Program (MSN)
The Gardner-Webb University Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program, which is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC, 3343 Peachtree Rd, NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326. Phone 404-975-5000, www.nlnac.org), offers two programs of study designed to meet the needs of nurses seeking expanded roles in their profession: Nursing Education and Nursing Administration. The MSN Degree ,with specialty concentration, requires 30 to 36 semester hours of graduate credits. In addition to the two areas of concentrated study, the MSN program offers the MSN/MBA dual degree and the RN to MSN option. The Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Education is designed to prepare students to become professional educators in an academic or health care setting. This program of study allows students the opportunity to enhance their clinical expertise from a theoretical perspective and to apply nursing education and learning principles in practice settings. The Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Administration is offered in collaboration with the Graduate School of Business. This program of study seeks to prepare the professional nurse for leadership roles in health care organizations. The RN to MSN program is designed to facilitate an accelerated and integrated progression from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) curriculum to the Master of Science in Nursing curriculum. This program of study allows nurses to apply six hours of graduate course credit to the BSN degree. The MSN/MBA dual degree program is a 63 semester hour program. This interdisciplinary program combines nursing leadership with a working knowledge of business and managerial skills. Purpose: The Master of Science in Nursing Program provides opportunities for students to provide evidenced based practice in healthcare and educational care settings from an interdisciplinary perspective with a diverse population. Furthermore, the specialization of practice areas allows the student to integrate knowledge from administration and education with the theoretical underpinnings of nursing. The MSN Program seeks to meet the following program outcomes: The graduate of the Master of Science in Nursing Program will: The Master of Science in Nursing Curriculum NOTE: For course descriptions see the current Graduate Catalog. Foundational Courses Required Courses for Nursing Education Required Courses for Nursing Administration Capstone Courses MSN Course Offerings by Semester Fall Semester Spring Semester Summer Semester NURS 610 (3 SH), 612 (2 SH) and 611 (1 SH) Scholarly Project / Thesis can be carried in any semester for a total of 3 SH. *Courses that are offered in a face-to-face format on the main campus at Boiling Springs. RN to MSN The RN to MSN program is designed to allow students to achieve their Baccalaureate degree and work toward their MSN degree. This program of study allows nurses to apply six hours of graduate course credit to the BSN degree. Two courses in the Master of Science in Nursing Program may be substituted for two courses in the RN to BSN Program, allowing students to graduate with their BSN degree and complete their MSN Program in 30 additional semester hours of courses. NURS 501 Nursing and Health Care Systems and Issues may be substituted for NURS 303 Trends in Health Care, and NURS 503 Perspectives of Caring may be substituted for NURS 495 Nursing Elective. Post Master's Nursing Certificate Programs The School of Nursing offers two post masters certificates, Nursing Administration and Nursing Education. Both programs of study require 9 semester hours of course work and 1 semester hour of specialty practicum. All courses in the certificate programs are offered in the distance learning format during the spring, summer, or fall semesters. Selected courses are offered in the traditional face-to-face format on the main campus at Boiling springs, N.C. Admission Requirements Nursing Administrative Certificate The purpose of the Post Master's Nursing Administration Certificate Program is to provide the opportunity for registered nurses currently holding a master's degree in nursing to expand their professional role by gaining specialized knowledge in the area of nursing administration. Students completing the Post Master's Nursing Administration Certificate Program are academically prepared to take a national certification examination for Nurse Executives. Students will receive academic credit for all courses taken in the certificate program. A grade of B or better is required to receive course credit. The certificate program requires 10 SH of course work as described below. Nursing Administrative Certificate Courses Nursing Education Certificate The purpose of the Nursing Education Certificate Program is to facilitate the education of master's prepared nurses for roles as nurse educators in an academic or clinical setting. Students completing the Post Master's in Nursing Education Certificate Program are academically prepared to take a national certification examination for Nurse Educators. Students will receive academic credit for all courses taken in the certificate program. A grade of B or better is required to receive course credit. The certificate program requires 10SH of course work as described below. Nursing Education Certificate Courses Program admission criteria include the following: Application for admission to the MSN Program should be made through the Graduate Office. Application for admission to the MSN/MBA Program should be made to the Graduate Office and the MBA Program. In order to enroll students from a variety of backgrounds with the greatest potential for successfully completing the program, the following criteria for full acceptance will be used: Additional Admission Requirements for the registered nurse with a baccalaureate degree in another field At any time in the MSN program, students who wish to continue for the Doctor of Nursing Practice at Gardner-Webb may consult with their Academic Advisor.If compatible with the individual's professional and personal goals, the faculty encourages students to continue their education in nursing. The DNP Program is in the University's Graduate School and is tailored for adult, working students. Semester/Year Boiling Springs - Face to Face Online Summer 2010 NURS 503 - Perspectives of Caring NURS 600 – The Nurse Educator NURS 555 – Special Topics NURS 503 – Perspectives of Caring NURS 600 – The Nurse Educator NURS 602 – Instruction and Evaluation NURS 607 – Administration of Nursing and Healthcare Organizations MBA Elective Fall 2010 NURS 500 – Theoretical Basis for Advanced Practice NURS 616 – Advanced Nursing Specialty Practicum NURS 500 – Theoretical Basis for Advanced Practice NURS 501 – Nursing and Healthcare Systems and Issues NURS 616 – Advanced Nursing Specialty Practicum Spring 2011 NURS 601 – Curriculum Theory and Application STAT 501 – Statistical Techniques for Graduate Research NURS 601 – Curriculum Theory and Application STAT 501 – Statistical Techniques for Graduate Research NURS 502 – Methods of Advanced Research NURS 614 – Advanced Clinical Theory and Practice NURS 606 – Nursing Economics and Finance Summer 2011 NURS 503 – Perspectives of Caring NURS 600 – The Nurse Educator NURS 555 – Special Topics NURS 503 – Perspectives of Caring NURS 600 – The Nurse Educator NURS 602 – Instruction and Evaluation NURS 607 – Administration of Nursing and Healthcare Organizations MBA Elective Fall 2012 NURS 500 – Theoretical Basis for Advanced Practice NURS 616 – Advanced Nursing Specialty Practicum NURS 500 – Theoretical Basis for Advanced Practice NURS 501 – Nursing and Healthcare Systems and Issues NURS 616 – Advanced Nursing Specialty Practicum Spring 2012 NURS 601 – Curriculum Theory and Application STAT 501 – Statistical Techniques for Graduate Research NURS 601 – Curriculum Theory and Application STAT 501 – Statistical Techniques for Graduate Research NURS 502 – Methods of Advanced Research NURS 614 – Advanced Clinical Theory and Practice NURS 606 – Nursing Economics and Finance For admission and program information please see the Graduate School Website or contact us by phone at 877-498-4723. You may also contact Dr. Kathy Lindsey, Director, Graduate Nursing Programs, 704-406-4359 or klindsey@gardner-webb.edu.
Long-Range Schedule for MSN Students