Nursing (MSN)
Program Themes
- Advocacy for social justice and human dignity
- Inquiry and scholarship
- Optimization of safety, quality, and outcomes
- Innovation
- Leadership
Nursing Educator Concentration
Program Director: Tanya Seward, DNP, APRN, AGNP, FNP
The University of Providence prepares graduates to innovatively use theories of teaching and learning in a variety of academic and clinical settings with emphasis on nursing education. The graduate demonstrates the ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate nursing education programs. Upon completion of this degree, graduates are eligible for the Nurse Educator certification national examination.
Program Vision
Students are prepared to be leaders in healthcare. Our unique partnership with Providence St. Joseph Health (PSJH) offers students the opportunity to receive a quality education with a direct connection to the healthcare industry.
- Career Ready
- Designed for students to become skilled, competent, lifelong learners in a rapidly changing and complex healthcare arena.
- Convenient
- Developed for working professionals.
- Engaged Teaching and Learning
- Taught by highly qualified doctoral faculty that represent diversity in nursing experiences and specialties.
- Practicum Opportunities
- The final course is the Teaching Practicum of 90 hours.
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Concentration
Program Director: Tanya Seward, DNP, APRN, AGNP, FNP
Courses in the curriculum are designed to meet the needs of adult learners who are motivated to complete this graduate program in seven semesters over 27 months. The MSN program core content will be shared between the program tracks of MSN Nurse Educator and MSN AGNP in the five core MSN courses. The MSN content meets the standards for the Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing that are required for accreditation in any MSN program track (AACN, 2011). The APRN track curriculum was developed by a group of experienced PSJH caregivers working as APRNs in the Montana, Washington and Oregon ministries. The design team used the mission, vision and values from UP and PSJH, as well as the national standards from AACN, NONPF and the NTF, to serve as foundation for AGNP track development.
The University of Providence Master of Science Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program prepares advanced practice registered nurses who demonstrate compassion, commitment and excellence to primary care for adult patients (adolescents through older adults), especially the poor and vulnerable. Upon completion of this degree, the graduate is eligible for the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner certification and state licensure as an APRN.
Nursing Educator Certificate
Program Director: Tanya Seward, DNP, APRN, AGNP, FNP
The MSN Nursing Educator Certificate is aligned with four national organizations’ standards and accrediting bodies. These include American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Master’s Essentials, American Nursing Association Code of Ethics, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and National League of Nursing (NLN) Nurse Educator’s Competencies. Instructional design of courses and syllabi will be guided by Quality Matters (QM) principles.
*CCNE does not required accreditation of nurse educator certificates. Because of this, we can begin the certificate program at any time and not have to wait for a CCNE cycle visit. No additional costs for additional accreditation survey and site visit.
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Program Director: Tanya Seward, DNP, APRN, AGNP, FNP
The University of Providence's Advanced Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) Post-Certification Program is a comprehensive and dynamic program is designed to meet the growing need for certified Nurse Practitioners (NPs) within healthcare systems. Graduates of the program will be prepared to deliver primary care services to a variety of patients from adolescence to older adults. At the University of Providence, we understand the growing demand for healthcare professionals who can provide specialized and compassionate care to older adults. Our AGNP Post-Certification Program is tailored to help NPs excel in this vital area of healthcare.
Program Highlights:
- Duration: One-year program with full-time and part-time options to accommodate working professionals.
- Online Learning: The program offers a flexible online format to accommodate students from diverse locations and backgrounds.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Our program covers essential topics in gerontology, including the physiology of aging, health assessment, pharmacology, and disease management for older adults.
- Clinical Experience: Students gain invaluable hands-on experience through clinical placements at renowned healthcare facilities.
- Faculty Expertise: Learn from experienced faculty members who are experts in gerontology nursing and committed to your success.
- Supportive Community: Join a network of like-minded professionals and peers dedicated to improving gerontology care.
Nursing (MSN)
Program Learning Outcomes
- Integrates findings from the sciences and humanities for the continual improvement of nursing care across diverse settings.
- Applies knowledge of organizational and system leadership practices.
- Selects and applies quality improvement strategies to optimize safety and outcomes.
- Utilizes clinical scholarship as a foundation for practice.
- Applies technology to enhance care, promote lifelong learning, and facilitate data generation and use.
- Promotes social justice and human dignity through policy and advocacy.
- Leads and collaborates in inter-professional teams to improve individual and population health outcomes.
Degree Requirements
Nursing (MSN)
Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSN 515 | THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 522 | RESEARCH AND NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 530 | SOCIAL JUSTICE, LAW, AND POLICY IN HEALTHCARE | 3 |
| MSN 540 | ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| Required Concentration | 21-33 | |
| Total Credits Required: | 33-45 | |
Nursing Educator Concentration (MSN)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSN 505 | ROLE OF NURSE EDUCATION ACROSS DIVERSE SETTINGS | 3 |
| MSN 635 | INFORMATICS AND HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES | 3 |
| MSN 652 | CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| MSN 660 | INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES | 3 |
| MSN 670 | ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION IN NURSING EDUCATION | 3 |
| MSN 684 | ADVANCED CONCEPTS IN ASSESSMENT, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY | 3 |
| MSN 694 | ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICUM | 1 |
| MSN 696 | PRACTICUM IN NURSING EDUCATION | 2 |
| Total Credits Required: | 21 | |
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Concentration (MSN)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSN 510 | ROLE OF THE ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE | 3 |
| MSN 519 | APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| MSN 529 | PHARMACOLOGY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| MSN 575 | ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| MSN 590 | CLINICAL PRACTICAL SEMINAR | 1 |
| MSN 602 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADOLESCENT & YOUNG ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 603 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 604 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE OLDER ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 620 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM I | 3 |
| MSN 630 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM II | 3 |
| MSN 640 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM III | 3 |
| MSN 655 | TRANSITION TO ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| Total Credits Required: | 34 | |
Nursing Educator Certificate
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSN 652 | CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| MSN 660 | INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES | 3 |
| MSN 670 | ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION IN NURSING EDUCATION | 3 |
| MSN 696 | PRACTICUM IN NURSING EDUCATION | 2 |
| Total Credits Required: | 11 | |
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certificate 1
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MSN 590 | CLINICAL PRACTICAL SEMINAR | 1 |
| MSN 602 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADOLESCENT & YOUNG ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 603 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 604 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE OLDER ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 620 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM I | 3 |
| MSN 630 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM II | 3 |
| MSN 640 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM III | 3 |
| MSN 655 | TRANSITION TO ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| Total Credits Required: | 22 | |
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Students entering the certificate program must have an existing MSN degree and equivalent coursework in Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Health Assessment.
Nursing, Nurse Educator Concentration (M.S.N) - Fall Start
Plan Template: Nursing, Nurse Educator
Description: Master of Science
# of Terms: 3
Term Start: Fall
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| MSN 505 | ROLE OF NURSE EDUCATION ACROSS DIVERSE SETTINGS | 3 |
| MSN 530 | SOCIAL JUSTICE, LAW, AND POLICY IN HEALTHCARE | 3 |
| MSN 522 | RESEARCH AND NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 635 | INFORMATICS AND HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| MSN 515 | THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 684 | ADVANCED CONCEPTS IN ASSESSMENT, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY | 3 |
| MSN 694 | ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICUM | 1 |
| MSN 540 | ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| Credits | 10 | |
| Summer | ||
| MSN 652 | CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| MSN 670 | ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION IN NURSING EDUCATION | 3 |
| MSN 660 | INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES | 3 |
| MSN 696 | PRACTICUM IN NURSING EDUCATION | 2 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Total Credits Required: | 33 | |
*Plan templates are based on the most current catalog and ideal route for degree completion, and should only be used to get an idea of what degree completion may look like. New and enrolled students should log into DegreeWorks to see their specific degree requirements.
Nursing, Nurse Educator Concentration (M.S.N) - Spring Start
Plan Template: Nursing, Nurse Educator
Description: Master of Science
# of Terms: 3
Term Start: Spring
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| MSN 505 | ROLE OF NURSE EDUCATION ACROSS DIVERSE SETTINGS | 3 |
| MSN 530 | SOCIAL JUSTICE, LAW, AND POLICY IN HEALTHCARE | 3 |
| MSN 522 | RESEARCH AND NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 635 | INFORMATICS AND HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES | 3 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Summer | ||
| MSN 515 | THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 684 | ADVANCED CONCEPTS IN ASSESSMENT, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY | 3 |
| MSN 694 | ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICUM | 1 |
| MSN 540 | ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| Credits | 10 | |
| Fall | ||
| MSN 652 | CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ANALYSIS | 3 |
| MSN 670 | ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION IN NURSING EDUCATION | 3 |
| MSN 660 | INNOVATIVE TEACHING AND EVALUATION STRATEGIES | 3 |
| MSN 696 | PRACTICUM IN NURSING EDUCATION | 2 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Total Credits Required: | 33 | |
*Plan templates are based on the most current catalog and ideal route for degree completion, and should only be used to get an idea of what degree completion may look like. New and enrolled students should log into DegreeWorks to see their specific degree requirements.
Nursing, Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Concentration (M.S.N) - Fall Start
Plan Template: Nursing, Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Concentration
Description: Master of Science
# of Terms: 6
Term Start: Fall
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| MSN 510 | ROLE OF THE ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE | 3 |
| MSN 522 | RESEARCH AND NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 519 | APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| MSN 529 | PHARMACOLOGY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| MSN 515 | THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 540 | ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Summer | ||
| MSN 530 | SOCIAL JUSTICE, LAW, AND POLICY IN HEALTHCARE | 3 |
| MSN 590 | CLINICAL PRACTICAL SEMINAR | 1 |
| MSN 575 | ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| MSN 602 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADOLESCENT & YOUNG ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 620 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM I | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring | ||
| MSN 603 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 630 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM II | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Summer | ||
| MSN 604 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE OLDER ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 640 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM III | 3 |
| MSN 655 | TRANSITION TO ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 1 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Total Credits Required: | 44 | |
*Plan templates are based on the most current catalog and ideal route for degree completion, and should only be used to get an idea of what degree completion may look like. New and enrolled students should log into DegreeWorks to see their specific degree requirements.
Nursing, Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Concentration (M.S.N) - Spring Start
Plan Template: Nursing, Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Concentration
Description: Master of Science
# of Terms: 6
Term Start: Spring
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Credits | |
| MSN 510 | ROLE OF THE ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE | 3 |
| MSN 522 | RESEARCH AND NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 519 | APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Summer | ||
| MSN 529 | PHARMACOLOGY FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| MSN 515 | THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE | 3 |
| MSN 540 | ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Fall | ||
| MSN 530 | SOCIAL JUSTICE, LAW, AND POLICY IN HEALTHCARE | 3 |
| MSN 590 | CLINICAL PRACTICAL SEMINAR | 1 |
| MSN 575 | ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT | 3 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Spring | ||
| MSN 602 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADOLESCENT & YOUNG ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 620 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM I | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Summer | ||
| MSN 603 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 630 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM II | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Fall | ||
| MSN 604 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT OF THE OLDER ADULT | 3 |
| MSN 640 | PATIENT CARE MANAGEMENT PRACTICUM III | 3 |
| MSN 655 | TRANSITION TO ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Total Credits Required: | 46 | |
*Plan templates are based on the most current catalog and ideal route for degree completion, and should only be used to get an idea of what degree completion may look like. New and enrolled students should log into DegreeWorks to see their specific degree requirements.