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| Thank you for your interest in the University of South Alabama Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program. We are pleased that you are considering a graduate degree at the College of Nursing. The program is fully accredited by the Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education. | |||||||||
The Master of Science in Nursing program prepares graduates for advanced nursing practice and doctoral study. Graduates of the program are able to synthesize and apply advanced knowledge theories, and research to a specialized area of nursing practice and function as leaders in practice and to contribute to the advancement of the profession. Upon completion of the MSN program, graduates should be able to: • Integrate advanced knowledge and theories from nursing and related disciplines into a specialized area of advanced nursing practice. |
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• Use scientific inquiry to identify problems and individualize patient care designed to improve care outcomes. • Apply advanced knowledge of leadership and management to influence health policy to transform care delivery systems. • Contribute to the focus and direction of the nursing profession. |
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| The College of Nursing has several tracks and specialization options within the MSN program to facilitate students achieving the MSN. • Post BSN • Post Master’s Certification • RN to MSN (for associate/diploma RN’s with a BS/BA degree in a non- nursing discipline) • RN to BSN/MSN (for associate & diploma RN’s) – The College of Nursing has a special program to facilitate associate and diploma prepared registered nurses attain the Master of Science in Nursing degree. By completing four graduate level bridge courses, time for completing the MSN degree can be reduced by one semester. Upon completion of the first phase of the program, students will be awarded a BSN degree. Upon completion of the second phase of the program the student will earn the MSN degree. Please select the above link to learn more information. • Accelerated BSN/MSN (for non RN’s) – Students who have a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field and who are not RN’s may qualify for the AMSN program. Additional Information: 1. The MSN program is an online program. Coursework is completed online and clinical hours are completed in your region with an approved Preceptor. 2. Nurse practitioner track students are required to report to the CON for about 3-5 days for orientation. Additional onsite visits may be required and are listed on the specialty track’s web page. Please refer to the Available Tracks within the MSN program below. 3. GRE and/or MAT– not required 4. Letters of reference – not required 5. All MSN students pay the same tuition rate: Web Course Tuition for Graduate Students 6. All requirements for the MSN degree must be completed within five calendar years from admission 7. Additional requirements for admission are located in the University of South Alabama Undergraduate/Graduate Bulletin
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| The entry level baccalaureate program is approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing and the BSN and MSN programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 520 Washington, D.C. 20036-1120 Telephone 202-887-6791 |
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University of South Alabama - Mobile Alabama 36688-0002 (251) 445-9400
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